ACT (CliffsTestPrep S.) - Softcover

Bobrow, Jerry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764599356 ISBN 13: 9780764599354

Publisher: Cliffs Notes Inc.,U.S., 2005

The CliffsTestPrep series offers full–length practice exams that simulate the real tests; proven test–taking strategies to increase your chances at doing well; and thorough review exercises to help fill in any knowledge gaps. CliffsTestPrep ACT can help you assess your interests and skills, plan your career, get a scholoarship, and get into a college of your choice. Understanding and practicing test–taking strategies can help a great deal. Subject matter review is particularly useful for the Mathematics Test and English Test. Both subject matter and strategies are reviewed in this book. Inside, you′ll find Four realistic, full–length practice exams Practice questions, answers, and explanations in each chapter An action plan for effective preparation Four successful overall approaches to taking the ACT Detailed analysis of the directions for each section of the test With extra help on math formulas, science terminology and other ACT trouble spots, this comprehensive guide will help you score your highest. In addition, you′ll hone your knowledge of subjects such as English usage and mechanics, including punctuation, basic grammar, and sentence structure English rhetorical skills, including prose strategy, organization, and style Basic math skills, including arithmetic and intermediate algebra Applied math, including coordinate geometry, plane geometry, and trigonometry Reading comprehension, including prose fiction, humanities, social studies, and natural sciences Science reasoning formats, including Data Representation, Research Summaries, and Conflicting Viewpoints With guidance from the CliffsTestPrep series, you′ll feel at home in any standardized –test environment!

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From the Back Cover:

Your complete guide to a higher score on the ACT Why CliffsTestPrep Guides? Go with the name you know and trust Get the information you need fast! Written by test prep specialists About the contents: Introduction Effective test–taking strategies Comprehensive exam overview Answers to your questions about the test Answers to your questions about the new Writing Test Part I: Analysis of Exam Areas Important approaches and samples for each content area: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning, and Writing Analysis of directions and content area breakdowns Part II: Four Full–Length Practice Tests Complete answers and explanations for each test Analysis/Tally sheets for problems missed Special section on the new Writing Test, including effective writing techniques Test Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes�

About the Author:

Jerry Bobrow , Ph.D. is an award–winning educator and author. He is a national authority in the field of test preparation and has been administering the test preparation programs for most California state universities for the past 30 years. Every year he administers over 500 programs assisting over 17,000 students in preparing for standardized exams. Dr. Bobrow has authored over 40 national bestselling test preparation books, including Cliffs Preparation Guides for the CSET, MSAT, GRE, GMAT, The NEW SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, CBEST, NTE, PPST, ELM, GED, TAKS, CAHSEE Math, CAHSEE English–Language Arts, and ACT.

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