Cracking the New York City SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test), 3rd Edition

Fully Updated for the New Exam

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On sale May 15, 2018 | 352 Pages | 9781524710675
CREATED FOR THE REDESIGNED EXAM! Ace the *new* SHSAT and get into the NYC specialized high school of your choice with the full-length practice tests, thorough content reviews, and extra drills in this helpful guidebook.

The New York City Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) was recently overhauled, with changes made across the board to the test's format, question types, topic coverage, and more. Cracking the SHSAT, 3rd Edition was written by The Princeton Review's team of SHSAT course experts and reflects the most up-to-date information and test strategies, developed by teachers on the ground who have spent many hours with the SHSAT. With our expertise, you can walk into test day with confidence!

Practice Your Way to Excellence.

• 2 full-length practice tests to prepare you for the actual testing experience
• Detailed subject review for the newly-updated English Language Arts and Mathematics sections
• Step-by-step strategies for cracking each type of test question

Work Smarter, Not Harder.
• Diagnose and learn from your mistakes with in-depth answer explanations
• See The Princeton Review’s techniques in action and solidify your SHSAT knowledge
• Learn fundamental approaches for solving questions

Take Control of Your Prep.
• Practical and up-to-date information on the what, when, where, and how of the SHSAT
• Tips and techniques for scoring excellence
• Planning and organization tips to get you all the way to test day
The experts at The Princeton Review have been helping students, parents, and educators achieve the best results at every stage of the education process since 1981. The Princeton Review has helped millions succeed on standardized tests and provides expert advice and instruction to help parents, teachers, students, and schools navigate the complexities of school admission. In addition to classroom courses in over 40 states and 20 countries, The Princeton Review also offers online and school-based courses, one-to-one and small-group tutoring, as well as online services in both admission counseling and academic homework help. View titles by The Princeton Review

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CREATED FOR THE REDESIGNED EXAM! Ace the *new* SHSAT and get into the NYC specialized high school of your choice with the full-length practice tests, thorough content reviews, and extra drills in this helpful guidebook.

The New York City Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) was recently overhauled, with changes made across the board to the test's format, question types, topic coverage, and more. Cracking the SHSAT, 3rd Edition was written by The Princeton Review's team of SHSAT course experts and reflects the most up-to-date information and test strategies, developed by teachers on the ground who have spent many hours with the SHSAT. With our expertise, you can walk into test day with confidence!

Practice Your Way to Excellence.

• 2 full-length practice tests to prepare you for the actual testing experience
• Detailed subject review for the newly-updated English Language Arts and Mathematics sections
• Step-by-step strategies for cracking each type of test question

Work Smarter, Not Harder.
• Diagnose and learn from your mistakes with in-depth answer explanations
• See The Princeton Review’s techniques in action and solidify your SHSAT knowledge
• Learn fundamental approaches for solving questions

Take Control of Your Prep.
• Practical and up-to-date information on the what, when, where, and how of the SHSAT
• Tips and techniques for scoring excellence
• Planning and organization tips to get you all the way to test day

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The experts at The Princeton Review have been helping students, parents, and educators achieve the best results at every stage of the education process since 1981. The Princeton Review has helped millions succeed on standardized tests and provides expert advice and instruction to help parents, teachers, students, and schools navigate the complexities of school admission. In addition to classroom courses in over 40 states and 20 countries, The Princeton Review also offers online and school-based courses, one-to-one and small-group tutoring, as well as online services in both admission counseling and academic homework help. View titles by The Princeton Review

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