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[quote=Anonymous][quote]dc was accepted to both MS programs. we spent an hour going over the sample test booklet with dc a couple of days before the test so that dc had an idea of what to expect. I would consider that test prep I guess but we did not do more than that. One test was "Raven" which is what they use for the second grade global screening. Does anyone "study" for a test like that? The other test (for Eastern) is reading comprehension. I am not sure how you "prep" for that. The test for Takoma Park included a Math test, but it isn't clear to me how you would prepare for that test in advance. There is also an essay for Eastern. I am sure there are things you could do to improve your child's chances of success but I amnot sure how much of a difference that would make in most cases.[/quote]

Sorry to burst your bubble.  It is very easy to prepare for tests with subsections in preAlgebra, reading comprehension, synonyms/antonyms, grammer, vocabulary and writing.  This is not rocket science.  Let me warn you, the closer to the test date you begin (e.g., night before), the less effective the results.  For students working hard, studying year round for their courses in English, Reading and Mathematics the easier the final preparation.

If you attended school through college it's not difficult to comprehend how one can prepare for a test in the domains of prealgebra, algebra, geometry, grammar, vocabulary and reading.  Now, some kids are lazy, unfocused and lack self preserverance so it doesn't really matter in those instances.  These kids would prefer video games and the TV year round. 
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