This updated manual prepares students to pass either the Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT) or the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE), nationally administered tests used as high school admission requirements by many private secondary schools. Students can improve their test-taking skills--and their chances of getting into the high school of their choice-- by taking the book’s two practice SSAT exams or its two practice ISEE exams. All test questions are answered and explained. The book also includes extensive practice and review exercises in: Verbal skills Reading comprehension Analogies Essay writing Mathematics Review material is set up in a way that will help students recognize and pinpoint areas where they need more intensive study.

A study guide to prepare for the Secondary School Admissions Test and the Independent Schools Entrance Examination, with sample tests.

2019 Update - We have made revisions to correct for minor errata. For a complete list of updates made, please visit us at www.thetutorverse.com. --- The Upper Level ISEE can be a very challenging test. Extra practice can make all the difference between a good score and a great score. That's why this book has more questions than even 10 full-length exams - well over 1,500 practice questions dedicated only to the Upper Level ISEE. You won't find any material in this book related to another test - there's no filler here! In this book you will find: * Two full-length tests; a diagnostic test to help you pinpoint the areas in most need of improvement, and a practice test to help familiarize students with the real thing. * Critical skills and concepts broken out by topic, so students can zero-in on key areas. * Questions that progress in difficulty, to help students expand their knowledge base and prepare for tough questions. * 100 pages of detailed answer explanations available online at www.thetutorverse.com. This book can be used for independent practice or for study with a professional educator. For best results, we recommend using this book with a tutor or teacher who can help students learn more about new or particularly challenging topics.

A study guide to prepare for the Cooperative Admissions Examination and the Scholastic Testing Service High School Placement Test, with sample tests.

We are pleased to introduce the most comprehensive study guide specifically created for the HSPT. The HSPT (High School Placement Test) is an entrance exam given to students applying to private secondary schools across the country. Unlike other books, this guide solely focuses on the skills, strategies, and practice necessary to be successful on the HSPT. This book features: Thorough breakdown and practice for each subtest of the exam: Verbal Skills, Quantitative Skills, Reading, Mathematics, and Language Examples reflecting every concept, question type, and format so students will be prepared and confident on test day Two full-length practice HSPT tests reflective of the most current content, with explanations and scoring rubrics to monitor student progress and improvement Individual exam subtests for additional timed practice in specific exam areas Detailed answers and explanations for over 1,000 practice questions Vocabulary chapter dedicated to building the skills needed for the Verbal and Reading subtests Valuable test-taking strategies that reinforce key lessons for succeeding on the HSPT Inside tips by an HSPT expert will give students the advantage over others they need to boost their percentile scores. Strategies and Practice for the HSPT will provide students with the skills and strategies needed to master test content, raise confidence, and succeed on test day.

Like our best-selling line of ISEE workbooks, this book has more practice questions than 10 full-length exams! With over 1,500 practice questions dedicated to the Upper Level SSAT, this book provides enough practice for even the highest-achieving student.This book includes:- 3 full-length tests1 diagnostic test to help you pinpoint the areas in most need of improvement, and- 2 practice tests to help familiarize students with the real thing.- 1500+ practice questions broken out by topic, so students can focus on key areas.- Hundreds of reading comprehension questions covering literature, poetry, persuasive and expository passages- Hundreds of test-appropriate math questions including graphs, charts, shapes, and illustrations- Detailed answer explanations available online at www.thetutorverse.comThis book can be used for independent practice or for study with a professional educator. To best utilize a student's limited time, we recommend using this book with a tutor or teacher who can help students learn more about new or particularly challenging topics.

Make sure you’re studying with the most up-to-date prep materials! Look for The Princeton Review’s 900 Practice Questions for the Upper Level SSAT & ISEE, 2nd Edition (ISBN: 9780525568933, on-sale October 2019). Publisher's Note: Products purchased from third-party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality or authenticity, and may not include access to online tests or materials included with the original product.

Barron's SHSAT is fully updated to reflect the latest SHSAT exam. Inside you’ll find practice questions, skill review, and expert tips to prepare you for test day. Barron's SHSAT includes: Comprehensive review and practice Practice for all question types, including ELA Revising/Editing and Reading Comprehension questions and Math Multiple-Choice and Grid-In questions 3 full-length practice tests with detailed answer explanations Scoring high on the competitive admissions test for New York City's Specialized High Schools (including the Bronx High School of Science, Brooklyn Technical High School, Stuyvesant High School, and others) is essential for academic achievers. If your goal is to attend a specialized high school, Barron’s SHSAT will get you there.

NOTE -- A newer edition of this book was published in 2014 and is now available, with expanded topics in the math content section and a full-length practice test. You can find this newer version by searching for "Upper Level SSAT" - the description for the newer version states that it was updated in 2014. This book provides a complete course for preparing for the Upper Level SSAT. Instruction is comprehensive for both the strategies and content that students need to ace the Upper Level SSAT. Success on the Upper Level SSAT includes vocabulary lessons that ask students to categorize words and derive meanings from roots so that they can handle anything on test day. This book also includes math content lessons that explain what concepts will be tested, as well as how these concepts will look on the actual SSAT. In addition, there is a very detailed section that provides strategies and drills for the reading section of the test. As a bonus, there is also advice for the unscored writing sample that students will have to produce on test day. Whether you are a family looking for a book to use independently or a school or tutoring company looking for a new text, this is the book for you. Test Prep Works produces the only books on Amazon that are completely updated for changes made to the SSAT in fall of 2012, and the only books that are specific to not only to the SSAT, but also to the Upper Level SSAT. Success on the Upper Level SSAT: A Complete Course is also the perfect companion to 30 Days to Acing the Upper Level SSAT. The complete course gives in-depth strategy and content instruction, while 30 Days to Acing the SSAT provides practice to make strategies automatic. Problems are not merely repeated in the two books. Expert preparation starts here.

The authors offer thorough preparation for the nationally administered entrance exams required by many private high schools. This book presents a diagnostic test, two full-length practice exams for both the SSAT and ISEE, and extensive review material. All questions are answered and keyed to the book's subject review sections.