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The interview process can be a nerve-wracking experience, but one question that often stumps many candidates is a variation of the question “Can you describe yourself?” This question may seem simple, but it’s a golden opportunity to make a lasting impression on your potential employer. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the art of […]

Today, we’re diving into the world of metric units with the help of our royal friend, King Henry. If you’ve ever struggled to remember the order of metric prefixes, this fun mnemonic is here to save the day: “King Henry Died Monday Drinking Chocolate Milk.” Let’s break it down, shall we? The Royal Tale of […]

The word “trite” is an adjective used to describe something that is overused and consequently, has lost its originality, impact, or freshness. It often refers to phrases, ideas, or themes that have been used so frequently in conversation, writing, or culture that they have become dull, predictable, or clichéd. For example, in the sentence “The […]

Question 1: Is the SHSAT all multiple choice? The SHSAT exam is not all multiple-choice questions. The SHSAT test is broken into two sections: the English Language Arts (ELA) section and the Math section. There are 57 questions on each section. The ELA section contains all multiple choice questions. For the math section, the first […]

Yes, the 9th grade SHSAT exam is harder than the 8th grade exam. Not only is the 9th grade version harder, it’s extremely competitive due to the number of limited spots the Specialized High Schools have open for that grade level. The 9th Grade SHSAT – An In-depth Look Similar to the 8th grade SHSAT, […]

The SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test) is scored on a scale of 200 to 800. The highest possible score for the ELA section is 400 and 400 for the math section. Therefore, 400 is not a good SHSAT score. The minimum cutoff scores for acceptance into specialized high schools vary each year based on […]

The “maximum” score on the SHSAT exam is 800, however, no student has ever received an 800 on the exam. Remember that the SHSAT exam takes your raw score in each section and then gets converted into a “scaled” score. This scaled score changes every year and a perfect raw score on one section does […]

The SHSAT exam is not harder than the SAT exam, however, it depends on your point of view.  When considering rigorous exams, the SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test) and SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) often come to mind. But which test is harder? It’s a complex question, given the distinct purposes and target audiences of […]

Introduction “Is the SHSAT test hard?” That’s the million-dollar question swirling around in the minds of countless 8th and 9th graders in New York City every year. As the ticket to the city’s prestigious specialized high schools, the SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test) certainly carries some weight. But does that automatically make it difficult? […]

The SHSAT exam uses the 7th/8th grade Next Generation Learning Math Standards as its foundation for the level of math tested on the exam. The SHSAT mathematics section rests on four main pillars: Arithmetic, Algebra, Statistics, and Geometry. Please note that the exam contains harder questions than you would expect to see on the 7th […]