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Mastering the skills you need to succeed on the AP English Language and Composition test takes practice. This updated manual presents extensive preparation for the Advanced Placement test with helpful features that include:Five full-length practice exams with all questions answered and explainedA complete overview of the AP testAdvice and instruction for answering multiple-choice questionsA guide to writing focused and well-organized responses to essay questionsSample student essays with critiquesGuidelines for evaluating essays and determining final AP exam scores BONUS ONLINE PRACTICE TEST: Students who purchase this book will also get FREE access to one additional full-length online AP English Language and Composition test with all questions answered and explained.

This best-selling guide from Barron's offers practical, proven test-taking strategies and preparation for the Advanced Placement test. This updated manual presents computer science test takers with:Three AP practice tests for the AP Computer Science A test, including a diagnostic testCharts detailing the scoring suggestions for each free-response questionAnswers and explanations for every test questionA subject review includes static variables, the List interface, enhanced for loops, the import statement, many questions on 2-dimensional arrays, and a detailed analysis of the binary search algorithm. The book reflects the fact that the ClassCastException and downcasting have been removed from the AP Java subset. The practice exams reflect the new free-response style used on recent AP exams.BONUS ONLINE PRACTICE TESTS: Students who purchase this book will also get FREE access to three additional full-length online AP Computer Science A tests with all questions answered and explained. These online exams can be easily accessed by smartphone, tablet, or computer.

Barron’s AP Environmental Science: With 5 Practice Tests is fully revised for the May 2020 exam changes, including updated multiple-choice and free-response questions. You’ll get the in-depth content review, exam-like practice, and exam info you need to be prepared for the test.This up-to-date edition features:Five revised full-length practice tests: two in the book and three onlineUpdated multiple-choice questions that reflect the move from 5 answer choices to 4 answer choicesUpdated free-response practice questionsNew multiple-choice item type focusing on analyzing textA detailed review of all test topics, including updates based on recent developments and changes in environmental laws, case studies that reflect topical environmental events, and practice questions and answers for each content areaAn overview of the format of the exam plus answers to frequently asked questions about this testHundreds of diagrams and illustrations, including tables, charts, and figures

Learn how to express your thoughts clearly, enliven your writing with vivid images, avoid the dull passive voice, and more. Titles in Barron’s extensive Painless Series cover a wide range of subjects, as they are taught at middle school and high school levels. Perfect for supporting Common Core Standards, these books are written for students who find the subjects somewhat confusing, or just need a little extra help. Most of these books take a lighthearted, humorous approach to their subjects, and offer fun exercises including puzzles, games, and challenging “Brain Tickler” problems to solve. Bonus Online Component: includes additional games to challenge students, including Beat the Clock, a line match game, and a word scramble.

Written by a classroom AP European History teacher who has taught both in the U.S. and abroad, Barron’s AP European History Premium is updated to reflect the latest scoring rubrics and exam framework. You’ll get the comprehensive content review and practice you need to be prepared for the exam.This premium edition features:Two full-length practice tests in the book to help you apply the knowledge you learned in classThree full-length practice tests onlineA comprehensive review of European history, starting with Europe during the Italian Renaissance and progressing to Europe in the twenty-first centuryPractice multiple-choice, short-answer, and essay questions with answers following each chapterExtensive charts that summarize Europe's historyContent presented in easily digestible bulleted lists, peppered throughout commentary textThis edition has been refined to closely match the exam content now that the new course curriculum has been in practice for two full academic years.

College-bound students will find intensive test-taking practice for the all-important SAT in this latest edition. They’ll find everything they need to ace the test, including:Six full-length practice exams similar in length, structure, question type, and degree of difficulty to the new SAT All questions answered and explained Self-appraisal information for scoring the SAT essay questionTest-taking tips and strategies that will help students use this book to their best advantage to maximize their scoresThis book offers excellent SAT test preparation when used alone, and also makes a fine companion volume for test takers who purchase Barron’s SAT, 29th Edition (978-1-4380-0998-8).

Barron’s two-book Regents Algebra I Power Pack 2020 provides comprehensive review, actual administered exams, and practice questions to help students prepare for the Algebra I Regents exam.This edition includes:Regents Exams and Answers: Algebra I 2020Six actual, administered Regents exams so students can get familiar with the testReview questions grouped by topic, to help refresh skills learned in classThorough explanations for all answersScore analysis charts to help identify strengths and weaknessesStudy tips and test-taking strategiesLet's Review Regents: Algebra I 2020Comprehensive review of all topics on the testExtra exercise problems with answersTwo actual, administered Regents Algebra I exams with answer keysThe Power Pack includes two volumes for a savings of $4.99.

A solid command of English grammar is a prerequisite for success when students take the SAT and/or ACT. Barron's SAT and ACT Grammar Workbook presents a detailed grammar review with dozens of practice quizzes and exercises to sharpen students' skills. It begins with an explanation of grammatical terms and their functions. It then introduces the 24 most common grammar and usage questions that appear on the SAT and ACT and how to answer them. Prominent among them are questions on agreement between subject and verb, use of pronouns, verb forms, parallel structure, and diction. A final chapter focuses on advice and instruction for writing error-free SAT and ACT essays. This workbook is filled with sample questions exactly like those found on both the SAT and ACT, and comes with fully explained answers.

Barron’s two-book Regents Geometry Power Pack 2020 provides comprehensive review, actual administered exams, and practice questions to help students prepare for the Geometry Regents exam.This edition includes:Regents Exams and Answers: Geometry 2020Five actual, administered Regents exams so students have the practice they need to prepare for the testReview questions grouped by topic, to help refresh skills learned in classThorough explanations for all answersScore analysis charts to help identify strengths and weaknessesStudy tips and test-taking strategiesLet's Review Regents: Geometry 2020Comprehensive review of all topics on the testExtra practice questions with answersTwo actual, administered Regents Geometry exams with answer keysTopics covered include basic geometric relationships (parallel lines, polygons, and triangle relationships), an introduction to geometric proof transformations, similarity and right triangle trigonometry, parallelograms, and volume (modeling 3-D shapes in practice applications).The Power Pack includes two volumes for a savings of $4.99.

Barron’s AP Human Geography: With 3 Practice Tests is fully revised to align with the College Board changes for the May 2020 exam. You’ll get in-depth content review and revised practice tests to help you feel prepared for the new exam.This edition includes:Content aligned with the AP course, including updates to the first section of the test, the multiple-choice section, and the score weightingTwo full-length practice exams in the book with answers and explanationsIncludes one full-length online practice test with answers explained and automated scoringSubject review covering map reading and understanding scale, population geography, cultural geography, political geography, economic geography, agricultural and rural geography, and urban geography

Barron’s SAT Reading Workbook features exercises for all SAT Reading question types: reading comprehension; understanding words used in context; and graphical analysis. This edition features:Diagnostic test3 full-length Reading practice testsAnswers and explanations for all questionsTest-taking tips and vocabulary reviewExercises are divided according to three levels of increasing difficulty and labeled from A to C. Students who can answer all level C questions are ready to excel on the actual exam.

Revised and updated to reflect the most recent AP Biology test, this set of 450 flash cards covers 20 general categories: About the AP Biology Exam, Biochemistry, The Cell, Cell Division, Cell Respiration, Photosynthesis, Heredity, Molecular Genetics, Biological Diversity, Evolution, Plants, Endocrine System, Immunology, Nerves & Muscles, Reproduction & Development, Ecology, Animal Behavior, Lab Introduction, Lab Review, and Multiple-Choice Questions.New to this edition are introductory cards that describe the AP Biology exam in detail and 50 multiple-choice question cards for added practice. Words that frequently occur on the exam appear in blue, while important terms and phrases that students are advised to memorize appear in bold type or italics.Although designed primarily as an Advanced Placement test study aid, these flash cards can be used by all biology students. They are especially useful when used as a study aid in tandem with Barron’s AP Biology test prep manual.Want to boost your studies with even more practice and in-depth review? Try Barron's Ultimate AP Biology for even more prep.