CBEST

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 11 September 2000
The California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) is required in California and Oregon to obtain teaching credentials. This revised edition includes a new math section, new reading composition exercises, and the latest information on required teaching credentials.

PRAXIS

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 15 August 2001
The system for success with the Praxis Is, brought to you by the leader in test preparation guides - CliffsNotes! CliffsTestPrep PRAXIS I: PPST, 3rd Edition gives you an introduction to the test format and basic strategies. Use the study guide checklist to schedule your study program for maximum benefit. Plus, you can take advantage of the analysis of each type of question or problem and the explanations of the most successful approaches to each area tested. Check out the mathematics review for arithmetic, algebra and geometry - including diagnostic tests - and the grammar and usage review that covers all the basics. Multiple full length practice tests give you realistic test questions and complete, clear explanations for each answer. And last but not least, self-analysis charts and score approximators enable you to analyze your performance on the practice tests.


Cliffs MSAT This is the book you need to do your best on the important Multiple Subjects Assessment for Teachers. Its clear analysis of and practice with the types of questions and subject areas you'll face lets you take the exam with confidence. Cliffs MSAT Preparation Guide includes:Answers to your questions about the exam, its format, and its gradingClear analysis of each subject area covered on the exam and each question type in both multiple-choice and essay sectionsIntensive reviews of each subject area, including outlines, basic concept reviews, glossaries, mathematics diagnostic tests, and more: Literature and Language Studies Mathematics History/Social Sciences Science Visual and Performing Arts Human Development Physical EducationTwo full-length practice tests with realistic test questions and complete, clear explanations for each answerExtra practice for short constructed-response (essay) questions in all subject areas

CSET

by Jerry Bobrow and Stephen Fisher

Published 5 September 2003
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 CSET" can help you prepare for the California Subject Examination Test: Multiple Subjects. The Commission on Teacher Credentialing uses the CSET to evaluate subject matter competence for instructors seeking the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential.Inside this test prep tool, you'll find: full-length practice tests with answers and in-depth explanations; analysis of exam areas and question types with emphasis on suggested approaches and samples; intensive review of subjects using outlines, glossaries, and diagnostic tests; introduction to the format and scoring of the exam, overall strategies for answering multiple-choice questions, and questions commonly asked about the CSET; and some test-taking tips and reminders to put candidates on the right track.This book will help you understand the types of questions that will test your knowledge in seven general areas, including Visual and Performing Arts.
You can get ready to show what you know in topics such as: sentence structure, preferred usage, and conventional forms of spelling, capitalization, and punctuation in written English; United States and California history of early exploration through modern-day economic, political, and cultural development; the fundamentals of mathematics with focus on prime numbers, factors, integers, ratio, area, volume, perpendicular, and more; primary scientific concepts, principles, and interrelationships in the context of real-life problems and significant science phenomena and issues; concepts of biomechanics that affect movement and the critical elements of basic movement skills; social development of children and young adolescents, including persons with special needs; and components of dance, music, theatre, and visuals arts education.With guidance from the "CliffsTestPrep" series, you'll feel at home in any standardized-test environment!

The New Sat

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 24 December 2004
"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 The NEW SAT, 3rd Edition" walks you through all the changes to the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT. Designed by leading experts in the field of test preparation and written with the student in mind, this guide is the most comprehensive resource on the NEW SAT and presents you with plenty of testing strategies, techniques, and materials to make taking the NEW SAT easier. Using the Bobrow Test Preparation Services approach, this guide focuses on the six major areas of preparing for the NEW SAT: Ability tested; Basic skills necessary; Understanding directions; Analysis of directions; Suggested approaches with samples; and, Practice-review-analyze-practice.This book combines introductory analysis sections for each exam area with lots of practice - four full-length practice tests with complete answers, in-depth explanations, analysis charts, and score-range approximators to give you a thorough understanding of the NEW SAT.
As you work your way through this book, you'll hone your knowledge of subjects such as: sentence completion and critical reading passages; basic mathematical skills and concepts, such as algebra and geometry; data analysis, statistics, and probability; writing and reviewing your essay - with samples; identifying sentence errors and correcting sentences; and, improving paragraph readability. With guidance from the "CliffsTestPrep" series, you'll feel at home in any standardized-test environment! SAT, PSAT, and NMSQT are registered trademarks of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

ACT

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 11 September 2000
"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 scholarship, 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!

California High School Exit Exam

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 24 November 2004
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; and, 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; and, writing conventions - writing an essay. With guidance from the "CliffsTestPrep" series, you'll feel at home in any standardized-test environment!

GMAT CAT

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 11 September 2000
CliffsTestPrep guides are available for a full range of standardized tests.

GRE CBT

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 4 September 2000
Required by most universities for graduate school admissions, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is taken by more than half a million people annually. The latest edition of this invaluable guide covers the new shift to all-electronic testing and shows you how to take the test with maximum efficiency.

GRE General Test

by Jerry Bobrow and etc.

Published 3 October 2002
"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 GRE General Test" will thoroughly prepare you for the GRE (Graduate Record Examination). Whether you're a professional who wants to become more marketable or a student looking to do advanced work in your major or seeking specialized training, this easy-to-use study guide is for you.This book features: the format and an overview of the GRE, including tips on using the interactive tutorials; practice questions, answers, and explanations in each chapter; charts to help you analyze your study-guide test results and spot your weaknesses; and a step-by-step "plan of attack" for each exam section. This guide outlines a logical approach to the GRE by clearly stating which ability is being tested, the basic skills you need, a close look at the directions, and suggestions on how to approach the exam."
CliffsTestPrep GRE General Test" can help you tune your knowledge of Analytical writing; present your perspective on an issue; analyze an argument Verbal skills; review prefixes, suffixes, roots, and word lists; practice antonyms, analogies, and reading comprehension; and quantitative comparison. It helps readers use mathematical insight and common sense to compare data Math. It includes review charts, tables, and graphs; symbols, terminology, and formulas; arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. With guidance from the "CliffsTestPrep" series, you'll feel at home in any standardized-test environment!

SAT I/PSAT

by Jerry Bobrow

Published 11 September 2000
Your SAT I: Reasoning Test or PSAT score can make the difference! And because of this fact, you can't afford to take a chance. Prepare with the best!"CliffsTestPrep SAT I/PSAT" has been designed by leading experts in the field of test preparation to be the most comprehensive guide that you can realistically complete in a reasonable time. Our approach is direct, precise, compact, easy to use, and thorough. The testing strategies, techniques, and materials have been researched, tested, and evaluated and are being used today in SAT I test preparation programs at many leading colleges and universities. The "Bobrow Approach" used in this guide focuses on six major areas: Ability TestedBasic Skills NecessaryUnderstanding DirectionsAnalysis of DirectionsSuggested Approaches with SamplesPractice-Review-Analyze-PracticeThis guide combines introductory analysis sections for each exam with lots of practice -- four full-length practice tests (three SAT and one PSAT). These practice tests have complete answers, in-depth explanations, analysis charts, and score range approximators to give you a thorough understanding of the SAT I and PSAT. *SAT is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product. PSAT/NMSQT is a registered trademark jointly owned by the College Board and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, which were not involved in the production of, and do not endorse, this product.