CliffsTestPrep California High School Exit Exam: English-Language Arts (Paperback)

by Jerry Bobrow Ph.D. (Author) "The Reading questions of the CAHSEE English-Language Arts are composed of Word Analysis questions, Reading Comprehension questions, and Literary Response and Analysis questions..." (more)
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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 California High School Exit Exam: English-Language Arts can help you pass this critical competency exam necessary for high school graduation. More and more high schools are requiring exit exams in order to ensure that all students graduate with a thorough knowledge of state standards in mathematics. This easy-to-use CAHSEE English-Language Arts Preparation Guide gives you that extra edge with

• Three full-length practice tests
• Samples and strategies for all question types
• Review of the California English-Language Arts standards
• Answers to common questions about the test
• Analysis charts to help you spot your weaknesses, including Essay Checklists

This book will help you understand the types of questions that will test your knowledge of state standards for grades 8 and 10. In addition, you'll hone your knowledge in all of the key subject areas, such as

• Word analysis — discovering meaning
• Reading comprehension — understanding the main idea, purpose and tone
• Literary response and analysis — understanding characters, relationships, fiction, theme, and poetry
• Writing strategies — finding and correcting errors
• Writing conventions — writing an essay

With guidance from the CliffsTestPrep series, you'll feel at home in any standardized-test environment!

From the Back Cover
Your complete guide to a higher score on the new CAHSEE: English-Language Arts

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About the contents:

Introduction

• Understanding the test format and scoring
• Answering your questions about the test
• Reviewing important test-taking strategies
• Planning your study time

Part I: Working Toward Success

• Sample questions and suggested approaches
• Analysis of question types
• Guidelines for writing the essay
• Sample essays with critiques

Part II: Reviews

• How to analyze prose and poetry
• Prefixes, suffixes, and roots
• Grammar and usage
• Literary terms

Part III: Three Full-Length Practice Tests with Answers and Explanations Plus

• Charts to help you spot areas you need to review
• Essays checklists

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Cliffs Notes (February 25, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764559389
• ISBN-13: 978-0764559389
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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