How to Use This Book: The Emergency Plan

Maybe you have only two or three weeks—or even less time than that. Don’t freak! This book has been designed to work for

students in your situation too. If you go through a chapter or two every day, you can finish this book in a couple of weeks. If you have

limited time to prepare for the SHSAT (less than six weeks), we suggest you do the following:

Scattered throughout the text you’ll find special points that we feel deserve emphasis and amplification. Pay special attention to

these hints, which spotlight some very important test prep information. Sidebars also highlight key concepts and strategies, fun facts,

and real-world stories.

1. Take a slow, deep breath. Read the Ready, Set, Go! section to maximize your study and testing time.


2. Read Section 1: The Basics.


3. Complete as many Practice Set problems (located at the end of each chapter) as you can.


4. Take both of the practice tests under timed conditions.


5. Review your results, with special attention to the questions you missed.


6. Give yourself the day before the test off.