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toomuch00, these are my observations of the Geometry regent. (Anyone is free to argue with me.)
1) Teachers spend 1/2 the year or more on proofs. Proofs is usually about 6 points on the regent – one multiple choice question and a long answer question.
2) Many of the multiple choice questions are based on information that is taught in grades 7 – 9.
3) Often (at least once per regent), one question provides the students with the necessary information to answer a different question.
4) The rubric is quite rediculous. (Though it’s not as bad as the Algebra 1 rubric.) You can get less than 50% correct and still pass the regent.
5) The best way to study is by doing regent questions. You have another 24 hours or so – so get to work! Do the sample tests and old regents. Use your Barron’s book (I’m assuming you bought one) and jmap.org. No matter what the results are, at the end of the day you want to know that you tried your best.
Good luck!