GED

出版者:Research & Education Assn

作者:Cameron, Scott (EDT)/ Research and Education Association (CON)

页数:944

出版时间:2002-3

价格:$ 21.41

装帧:Pap

isbn号码:9780878914302

具体描述

Master the GED and get your high school equivalency diploma... Our test experts show you the right way to prepare for this important test. REA's latest GED edition examines all subject areas to be found on the exam including in-depth coverage of the GED's essay test. The comprehensive review covers every possible exam topic: Language Arts/Writing, Language Arts/Reading, Social Studies, Science, and Math. Features 3 full-length practice exams. Each practice exam question is fully explained to help you better understand the subject material. Use the book's appendix and index for speedy look-ups and smarter searches. Follow up your study with REA's proven test-taking strategies and study schedule that get you ready to master the GED. DETAILS- Comprehensive review of every subject to appear on the GED exam: Language Arts/Writing, Language Arts/Reading, Social Studies, Science, and Math- Flexible study schedule tailored to your needs- Packed with proven test tips, strategies and advice to help you master the GED- 3 full-length practice GED exams. Each exam question is answered with easy-to-follow, easy-to-grasp explanations to allow for greater understanding of each problem.- Fully indexed for quicker and smarter searches. TABLE OF CONTENTSABOUT RESEARCH and EDUCATION ASSOCIATION ACKNOWLEDGMENTS CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION About this BookAbout the Test How to Use this BookFormat for the GEDAbout the Review SectionsScoring the ExamGED Essay ScoresScoring WorksheetStudying for the GEDRequirements for Issuance of Certificate/DiplomaGED Test-Taking TipsThe Day of the TestGED Study Course ScheduleCHAPTER 2 - LANGUAGE ARTS: WRITING REVIEW Part I ReviewWriting I StrategiesReview of Standard Written EnglishCapitalizationPunctuationSpelling and Word UsagePart II Review The Essay TestWhy Essays ExistEssay StrategiesPre-Writing/Planning TimeWriting Your Rough DraftRevising, Editing, and ProofreadingCHAPTER 3 - SOCIAL STUDIES REVIEWSocial Studies TopicsU.S. HistoryEconomicsPolitical ScienceGeographyCHAPTER 4 - SCIENCE REVIEW Strategies for Science SectionsBiologyChemistryEarth SciencePhysicsCHAPTER 5 - LANGUAGE ARTS: READING REVIEWLanguage Arts: Reading TopicsReading ProseReading PoetryReading DramaReading CommentaryCHAPTER 6 - MATH REVIEW Strategies for Math SectionsArithmeticAlgebraGeometryPRACTICE EXAMSEXAM I Answer KeyDetailed Explanations of AnswersEXAM II Answer KeyDetailed Explanations of AnswersEXAM III Answer KeyDetailed Explanations of AnswersAPPENDIX ANSWER SHEETS INDEX EXCERPT About Research and Education AssociationResearch and Education Association (REA) is an organization of educators, scientists, and engineers specializing in various academic fields. Founded in 1959 with the purpose of disseminating the most recently developed scientific information to groups in industry, government, high schools, and universities, REA has since become a successful and highly respected publisher of study aids, test preps, handbooks, and reference works. REA's Test Preparation series includes study guides for all academic levels in almost all disciplines. Research and Education Association publishes test preps for students who have not yet completed high school, as well as high school students preparing to enter college. Students from countries around the world seeking to attend college in the United States will find the assistance they need in REA's publications. For college students seeking advanced degrees, REA publishes test preps for many major graduate school admission examinations in a wide variety of disciplines, including engineering, law, and medicine. Students at every level, in every field, with every ambition can find what they are looking for among REA's publications. While most test preparation books present practice tests that bear little resemblance to the actual exams, REA's series presents tests that accurately depict the official exams in both degree of difficulty and types of questions. REA's practice tests are always based upon the most recently administered exams, and include every type of question that can be expected on the actual exams. REA's publications and educational materials are highly regarded and continually receive an unprecedented amount of praise from professionals, instructors, librarians, parents, and students. Our authors are as diverse as the fields represented in the books we publish. They are well-known in their respective disciplines and serve on the faculties of prestigious high schools, colleges, and universities throughout the United States and Canada. Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS BOOKThis book provides you with an accurate and complete representation of the Tests of General Educational Development (GED). REA's three full-length practice tests are based on the latest editions of the GED tests, which were overhauled for 2002. Our topical reviews and drills are designed to prepare you for the very kind of material you will see when taking the actual test. You are allowed 7 hours and 5 minutes to complete each of our sample tests. That's the same amount of time you will be given during the actual exam. (Don't panic The actual exam is usually administered during two or three sittings over a period of two days. Check with your state's department of education for information on GED test centers, test times, and test dates.) Our sample tests have been carefully calibrated to match the GED's level of difficulty, format, and content. Following each model test you will find an answer key along with detailed explanations designed to help you master the material and score high. ABOUT THE TEST Who takes the test and what is it used for?BR

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