What is covered by the sat subject test?

SAT Subject Tests are one-hour, multiple-choice tests that measure your knowledge and skills in a specific subject. You can take up to three Subject Tests on the same day. Some colleges recommend or require Subject Tests, so be sure to check with the colleges you're interested in.

The current Subject Tests are:

1. Literature

Topics include reading comprehension, literary analysis, and vocabulary use.

2. U.S. History

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Topics include major events, people, and themes in American history from the colonial period to the present.

3. World History

Topics include major events, people, and themes in world history from ancient times to the present.

4. Mathematics Level 1

Topics include basic algebra, geometry, and statistics.

5. Mathematics Level 2

Topics include more advanced algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

6. Biology

Topics include molecular and cellular biology, genetics, and evolution.

7. Chemistry

Topics include chemical reactions, stoichiometry, and the structure of matter.

8. Physics

Topics include mechanics, energy, and electromagnetism.