The New Jersey GEPA Grade 8 Language Arts Literacy exam has changed its name and updated its content. It is now the New Jersey ASK8 Language Arts Literacy exam, and REA's new test prep contains all the state-required test changes and updates for the 2008-09 testing season. Includes new test items and more of them, more reading passages, shorter reading lengths, new types of writing prompts, and more score points overall. The book's comprehensive review includes every required subject and reinforces key English language lessons. Complete with diagnostic test, one full-length practice exam, and detailed explanations of each answer. Features proven test-taking techniques, drills, and custom study schedule. DETAILS - Contains all the state-required changes and updates in the test's transition from GEPA to ASK8 Language Arts Literacy - Comprehensive review of every topic to appear on the ASK8 exam - Dynamic diagnostic tests pinpoint a student's strengths and weaknesses - One full-length practice exam, complete with answer key and detailed explanations for each answer - Packed with proven test tips, sound strategies and drills to help students score high - Fully aligned with the core curriculum standards of the New Jersey Department of Education