Barron's How to Prepare for the New York City SSHSAT

by Zimmerman, Lawrence

• ISBN13: 9780764112829
• ISBN10: 0764112821
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-10-01
• Publisher: Barrons Test Prep

Summary

This brand new manual prepares eighth grade academic achievers for the highly competitive test for admission to the New York City Specialized Science High Schools: the Bronx High School of Science, Brooklyn Technical High School, and Stuyvesant High School. The book contains more than 600 original problems with answers and detailed solutions. Also included are three full-length practice tests, four half-length tests, and a set of Math Diagnosers designed to identify and correct student weaknesses. Also presented are Skillbuilders, which offer comprehensive preparation for each of the exam's four sections. The book also includes study tips, test-taking advice, and information on application admission procedures.

Table of Contents

The Barron's Advantage	iv
Foreword	v
Introduction	1	(12)
An Overview	1	(3)
The Test: A Detailed Description	4	(5)
How to Use This Book	9	(4)
Diagnostic Test: Minitest 1 with Answer Explanations	13	(15)
Test-Taking Techniques, Strategies, and Skillbuilders	28	(95)
General Test-Taking Tips and Strategies	28	(4)
Skillbuilder A: Scrambled Paragraphs	32	(10)
Skillbuilder B: Logical Reasoning	42	(26)
Skillbuilder C: Reading	68	(11)
Skillbuilder D: Mathematics	79	(44)
Mathematical Problem Analysis	79	(9)
The Math Skills Diagnoser	88	(27)
Some Basic Terms and Concepts You Should Know	115	(8)
Practice Tests with Answer Explanations	123	(136)
Minitest 2	125	(16)
Minitest 3	141	(16)
Minitest 4	157	(16)
Model Test 1	173	(28)
Model Test 2	201	(30)
Model Test 3	231	(28)
Ninth Grade Mathematics Supplement	259	(6)
Appendix A: Progress Charts	265	(6)
Appendix B: Extra Answer Sheets	271