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!
