How to Prepare for the SAT II Biology E/M [Paperback]

Maurice Bleifeld (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764117882 | ISBN-13: 978-0764117886 | Publication Date: December 7, 2001 | Edition: 13

Intensive preparation for the SAT II Biology E/M test includes a mini-diagnostic test and four full-length practice tests, all with answers and explanations. Two of the practice tests include core questions in general biology plus questions specifically relating to Biology E (Ecology). The other two tests include core questions and questions relating specifically to Biology M (Molecular Biology). An extensive subject review covers all test topics. They include: the cell and molecular biology; disease and the body's protective mechanisms; reproduction in lower organisms, plants, and animals; genetics; evolution; conservation of natural resources and environmental science; and the classification of living things. The book also presents an overview of the SAT II Biology E/M test as well as useful test-taking tips.

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In-depth preparation includes extensive subject review covering all test topics:

the cell and molecular biology

disease and the body?s protective mechanisms

reproduction in lower organisms, plants, and animals

genetics

evolution

conservation of natural resources and environmental science

and the classification of living things
Model exams simulate the actual SAT II Biology E/M exams in length, question types, and degree of difficulty

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 13 edition (December 7, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764117882
• ISBN-13: 978-0764117886
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 7.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #674,747 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, thorough book, October 26, 2005

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This review is from: How to Prepare for the SAT II Biology E/M (Paperback)

This book is a great study tool to use for the Biology SAT IIs. It does not deserve the bad reviews. It does go into more detail than the Kaplan and Princeton review books, but it also presents the information in a more interesting, applicable manner.

The SAT II Bio I took in October had 5 questions about diseases. Only 1 was covered in the Kaplan book, none were covered in the Princeton Review book, but all 5 were covered in this book.

If you plan to do well on the Bio SAT II then you should buy all three of the books. First reading the Princeton (easiest), then the Kaplan's, and then the Barron's for any information not included in the two previous.

The practices in this book are harder than the actual test, but better overprepared than under.

I got an 800 on the test studying from this book.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ignore the 1 star ratings!!, May 11, 2006

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Nerdy_Jin "Jin" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How to Prepare for the SAT II Biology E/M (Paperback)

OK! Enough of these 1 star ratings and harsh criticisms. We all know those who got in the 600's using this book didn't really READ the book! sorry.. that is just the truth and you really can't blame this book. What I think is that all the main books (Princeton Review, Kaplans, and Barrons) are good books. The problem is your learning style. The Barron's book is more for the "hardcore" studiers who learn more than they need, making the road to 800 no problem. On the other hand, Princeton Review are for those who learn just enough to pull off at least a 750, possibly an 800. Barron's is a harder book than the other two major review books. It goes into more detail, and the practice tests are much harder than the real test (expect 50 pt gain on the real test). When i took a practice test on Barron's, I got a 710.. but when I took a real test (from the past) i got a 790, so i actually got 80 points higher. Stop the 1 star reviews.. you guys are the ones who don't study enough and blame it on a book that's been around for year's.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Guide to the SAT II Biology E/M, July 23, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: How to Prepare for the SAT II Biology E/M (Paperback)

Kaplan SAT II Biology E/M (2003-2004) is excellent preparation for the SAT II test. This book, coupled with my Cliff's AP Biology (2nd Edition) helped me score a 770 on the SAT II M test. Every test topic is covered in this book, and it thoroughly prepares you for the SAT II test with three full-length practice tests (one diagnostic, one M-option, and one E-option) and a great glossary for vocabulary review. Similar books, such as the Princeton Review (2003-2004) or Barron's (13th Edition) do not provide a realistic preparation for the SAT II test--Princeton Review provides too little information to score well, and Barron's has numerous typos and a large amount of extraneous information. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in scoring well on the SAT II test.