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The Student and Tutor practiced multiple-choice questions focusing on reading comprehension, specifically covering the "Information and Ideas" and "Craft and Structure" domains from a practice paper. They systematically reviewed each question, with the Student explaining their reasoning and the Tutor providing feedback and clarification on correct and incorrect answers. They planned to continue with the remaining domains in the next lesson and then practice more challenging questions for these two domains.

The Student and Tutor engaged in a diagnostic assessment covering various AP Biology topics, including cellular energetics, photosynthesis, cell communication, genetics, and evolution. The Student answered multiple-choice questions, and the Tutor provided detailed explanations and visual aids for concepts where clarification was needed. For homework, the Student was assigned to attempt a free-response question on photosynthesis and cellular respiration for the next session.

The Student and Tutor reviewed key concepts of the endocrine system, including the structure and function of the adrenal glands, the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System, and the roles of other glands like the pineal gland, thymus, skin, liver, kidneys, and heart. They also discussed different chemical classes of hormones, mechanisms of target cell sensitivity, and common endocrine disorders such as diabetes insipidus, gigantism, acromegaly, Cushing syndrome, and diabetes mellitus. The Student identified blood and heart topics for the next session.

Student and Tutor reviewed key concepts of the endocrine system, including the comparison with the nervous system, types of feedback loops, hormone definitions, and mechanisms of action. They extensively covered the hypothalamus and pituitary hormones, the distinction between exocrine and endocrine glands with the pancreas as an example, and the pathologies of diabetes and thyroid disorders. The Student plans to review adrenal glands independently and will share new lecture material from their upcoming class on Wednesday.

Student and Tutor discussed the Student's PSAT score and target SAT score, identifying areas for improvement in SAT English. They practiced "Words in Context" questions, applying a new systematic approach. A future study plan was outlined, focusing on consistency and progression through various SAT English domains, culminating in full practice papers before the August and September exams.

The student and tutor engaged in an SAT Verbal preparation session, practicing reading comprehension and vocabulary questions. They analyzed passages on diverse academic topics and discussed strategies for answering complex questions, with the tutor providing feedback and encouragement for the student's upcoming exam.