ACT Basics
What does ACT stand for?
American College Testing
Which ACT section tests grammar and punctuation?
English
True or False
All colleges require ACT scores.
False
True or False
ACT scores can affect scholarship opportunities.
True
What does "College Readiness" mean?
Being prepared for college-level classes.
What is the main purpose of the ACT?
Which section includes algebra and geometry?
Math
What does ""test-optional" mean?
You can apply without submitting ACT scores
What type of scholarships often use ACT scores?
Merit-based scholarships
How can ACT scores help with class placement in college?
They can help decided what level classes you start in
What is the ACT scored out of?
36
Which section tests understanding of passages?
Reading
Name one way a strong ACT score can help your application
Helps admissions, shows readiness, makes you more competitive
More scholarship money
What is one way the ACT can show colleges your strengths?
High scores in certain sections
Who usually takes the ACT?
High school students
Which section focuses on charts, graphs, and experiments?
Science
When do colleges usually require official ACT scores?
After you decide to enroll
Using your best section scores from different test dates
To make sure students are in the right level
What does a composite score mean?
The average of the four section scores
What optional section includes writing an essay?
Writing (Essay)
What is one reason a college might still like to see ACT scores?
To compare students fairly or show academic readiness
Why might a student take the ACT more than once?
To improve scores and qualify for better scholarships
How can preparing for the ACT help you in high school classes?
Improves test-taking, reading, math, and time management skills