ACT Strategies Exam 16 Questions with Verified Answers
English: Sentence Errors - CORRECT ANSWER start by reading the sentence or paragraph carefully,
... [Show More] listening in your head; usually the word or phrase that contains an error will sound wrong. If no errors pop up, look for the four most common types of errors.
Math: Calculations - CORRECT ANSWER As soon as you find the right answer, mark it and move on -- there are no ''degrees of rightness'' to be considered The questions generally focus on mathematical reasoning, not your ability to perform calculations.
Math: Multiple Choice If Your Stuck - CORRECT ANSWER if you're stuck, try substituting numbers for variables. You can also try plugging in numbers from the answer choices. Start with the middle number.
Reading: To Help Find Answer Quickly - CORRECT ANSWER To help you find answers quickly, take notes as you read, marking the main ideas or connections with your pencil.
Reading: Method - CORRECT ANSWER Use the three-stage method (previewing, reading, and reviewing) to get the most out of each reading passage. Focus on the big ideas in each passage, not the small details. Look for connections among ideas in each passage.
Science Method: - CORRECT ANSWER Use the same three-stage method (previewing, reading, reviewing) for each science reasoning passage. In data representation passages, focus on what is being measured, relationships among variables, and trends in data
Science: To Help Find Answer Quickly - CORRECT ANSWER Don't be confused by irrelevant information or technical terminology -- most science reasoning passages have them, and they can almost always be ignored.
Writing: How it's scored - CORRECT ANSWER Essays are scored holistically, which means that the final score is based on an overall impression.
Writing:Making an Impression - CORRECT ANSWER To make that overall impression a good one, be sure to organize your ideas into a standard essay format. (A well-organized essay consists of four to five paragraphs, including an introduction, supporting paragraphs, and a conclusion. Aim to have at least two body paragraphs to develop and support your ideas.)
Strategy To Get Better Scores On ACT (FULL PROOF) - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Take ACT Practice Test (do In Time Limit and Test Conditions) ---> 2. Look At Mistakes (Solve Them, Keep In Notebook For Review) ---> 3. Review The Topics You Struggle With (Put what you learn in quizlet) ---> 4.Take Test Again (2-3 times) (Repeat)
Act Reading: Tips - CORRECT ANSWER 1.Start with Your Strengths
2. Skim the Passages
3. Learn to Eliminate 3 Wrong Answers
Act Math: Tips - CORRECT ANSWER 1.Plug in the Answer
2.Pay Attention to Diagrams
ACT English: Tips - CORRECT ANSWER - Tip #1: Choose the Most Concise Answer
- Tip #2: Read the Paragraph First
- Tip #3: Be Careful With No Change Answers
Act Science: Tips - CORRECT ANSWER - Tip #8: Do the Conflicting Viewpoints Section Last
- Tip #9: Rely on the Visuals
ACT Essay: Tips - CORRECT ANSWER -Tip #10: Pre-Plan Examples
-Tip #11: Write a Great Intro and Conclusion
Act Overall: Tips - CORRECT ANSWER -Tip #12: Skip Hard Questions
-Tip #13: Use Process of Elimination
-Tip #14: Bubble at the End, and Fill in Every Bubble
-Tip #15: Stay Calm [Show Less]