Peterson’s Master the SSAT & ISEE Guide and 6 Practice Tests - Ninth Edition

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Master the SSAT & ISEE combines dependable education guidance with expert test-prep tools to help students and families navigate the SSAT and ISEE admissions exams. The guide explains exam structure, question types, and scoring, then supports targeted preparation through practice content focused on strengths and weaknesses. Readers can follow study advice and strategies to improve verbal, quantitative, and reading performance. The publication includes diagnostic practice and multiple practice tests, with updated information and clear guidance for eighth- and ninth-graders.

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Before You Begin

How to Use This Book

What to Study

Special Study Features

An Important Note for Eighth-and Ninth-Graders

Parents’ Guide to Private Secondary School

Give Us Your Feedback

Top 10 Strategies to Raise Your Score

PART I: HIGH SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAM BASICS

1 All About the Tests

2 SSAT Questions

3 ISEE Questions

PART II: DIAGNOSING STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES

4 Practice Test 1: Diagnostic Test

Peterson’s MASTER THESSAT ® & ISEE® About Peterson’s Peterson’s provides the accurate, dependable, high-quality education content and guidance you need to succeed. No matter where you are on your academic or professional path, you can rely on Peterson’s print and digital publications for the most up-to-date education exploration data, expert test-prep tools, and top-notch career success resources—everything you need to achieve your goals. For more information, contact Peterson’s, 3 Columbia Circle, Suite 205, cqx, Albany, NY 12203-5158; 800-338-3282 Ext. 54229; or find us on the World Wide Web at [www.petersonsbooks.com](www.petersonsbooks.com). © 2014 Peterson’s, a Nelnet company Previous editions © 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 SSAT is a registered trademark of the Secondary School Admission Test Board, which does not endorse this book. ISEE is a registered trademark of the Educational Records Bureau, which does not endorse this book. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. No part of this work covered by the copyright herein may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping, Web distribution, or information storage and retrieval systems—without the prior written permission of the publisher. For permission to use material from this text or product, complete the Permission Request Form at [http://www.petersonspublishing.com/spa/permissions.aspx](http://www.petersonspublishing.com/spa/permissions.aspx). ISBN: 978-0-7689-3892-0 Printed in the United States of America 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 16 15 14 Ninth Edition By printing this book on recycled paper (10% post-consumer waste), 300 trees were saved. [Petersonspublishing.com/publishingupdates](Petersonspublishing.com/publishingupdates) [Checkout our website at www.petersonspublishing.com/publishingupdates to see](Checkout our website at www.petersonspublishing.com/publishingupdates to see)[ ](Checkout our website at www.petersonspublishing.com/publishingupdates to see)if there is any new information regarding the test and any revisions or corrections to the content of this book. We’ve made sure the information in this book is accurate and up-to-date; however, the test format or content may have changed since the time of publication. | Contents | | | --- | --- | | Before You Begin ................................................................................. xiii
How to Use This Book.....................................................................................xiii
What to Study ................................................................................................. xiv
Special Study Features ................................................................................... xiv
An Important Note for Eighth-and Ninth-Graders....................................... xv
Parents’ Guide to Private Secondary School ................................................. xvi
You’re Well on Your Way to Success.............................................................. xvi
Give Us Your Feedback .................................................................................. xvi
Top 10 Strategies to Raise Your Score..........................................................xvii
PART I: HIGH SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAM BASICS
1 All About the Tests .............................................................................3
What Are the High School Entrance Exams?................................................... 3
How Do I Find Out Which Exam I Must Take? ............................................... 5
If I Have a Choice of Exams, How Do I Choose? .............................................. 5
What Kinds of Questions Are Asked on High School Entrance Exams? .......................................................................... 5
How Are the Exams Structured? .........................................................

FAQs

What exams are covered in this guide?

The guide covers the SSAT and ISEE, including how each exam measures verbal ability, quantitative ability, and reading skills. It also explains the writing sample/essay question components.

How is the book organized for studying?

It starts with an overview of test basics and question types, then moves into diagnosing strengths and weaknesses through practice test sections. The contents include study guidance and strategies before practice begins.

What does “Practice Test 1: Diagnostic Test” focus on?

Practice Test 1 is designed as a diagnostic test and includes section-based practice such as synonyms (SSAT and ISEE), verbal analogies (SSAT only), sentence completions (ISEE only), and reading comprehension.

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