California State University Writing Proficiency Exams
(Paperback, Fourth Edition)
Publishing Details
California State University Writing Proficiency Exams
By (Author) Barron's Educational Series
By (author) Fred Obrecht
Barron's Educational Series Inc.,U.S.
Barron's Educational Series Inc.,U.S.
1st March 2011
Fourth Edition
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Creative writing and creative writing guides
Language learning: writing skills
Semantics, discourse analysis, stylistics
Study and learning skills: general
808.042076
Physical Properties
Paperback
360
Width 213mm, Height 276mm, Spine 18mm
599g
Description
Updated to reflect the most recent exams, this manual explains the structure of writing proficiency exams given to college students in California.
Students in the State University System must pass a writing proficiency exam as a prerequisite for receiving a bachelor's degree. The book reviews different essay types, instructs on writing an impromptu essay, explains how essays are scored, and advises on avoiding the mistakes that result in failed tests. Also included are representative essays, advice to ESL students, and three model tests that reflect California writing proficiency standards. Both model tests consist of an essay question and a set of multiple-choice questions.
