Hot Words for the SAT (Barron's Educational Series)

Book info: Hot Words for the SAT (Barron's Educational Series) (Paperback, 280 pages) – Barrons Educational Series, 2010. Language: English.

Updated and expanded to reflect the vocabulary and format of the most recent SATs’ Critical Reading sections, Hot Words for the SAT presents and defines more than 365 words that appear most frequently on SAT exams. These are words that test takers need to know in order to achieve a high Critical Reading score. The book is divided into 37 lessons, each consisting of dozens of illustrative sentences and a thematic word cluster. Each cluster contains words having similar meanings or words that apply to similar circumstances. Also included are new pronunciation keys for each word, memory tips, expanded review exercises following every five lessons, and an alphabetical word index. College-bound students who successfully complete the book’s exercises and master these words will expand their lifelong vocabulary, enrich their essay writing, and improve their chance for acceptance at the colleges of their choice. Editorial Reviews From the Inside Flap (back cover)
Updated and expanded to reflect the vocabulary and format presented in the most recent SATs' Critical Reading sections, Hot Words for the SAT defines the words you need to know in order to achieve a high Critical Reading score. Words are presented in illustrative sentences and thematic word clusters--word groups having similar meanings or words that apply to similar circumstances. You'll also find pronunciation keys, memory tips, review exercises, and an alphabetical word index. Complete this book's exercises, master the vocabulary, and you'll be taking an important step toward success on the SAT.