Before the test
True/False- Don't cram.
The ACT tests you on the knowledge you've accumulated over the course of your high school career, so there's no point in cramming.
True- get a good night's rest and a healthy breakfast
True/False If you know two of three options seem correct in a question then choose "all of the above" as your answer choice.
True, because if you know that the two choices are correct then it leaves it to be "all of the above".
True/False- After you are finished with one section of the ACT, you can go back and look at other sections.
False- You cannot look at other sections once they are complete.
Which passage should you start with in the Reading portion of the ACT?
Passage 4- Natural Science
True/False- All items brought into the test center (ie hats, purses, backpacks, cell phones) may be searched by the ACT testing staff.
True- only bring what you need to the exam
True/False- You should guess on any question that you do not know the answer to (don't leave any answer blank)
True- the ACT does not penalize for incorrect answers
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True/False- You must have a driver's license to take the ACT.
False- you need any valid photo id
True/False- If you know that "A" is the answer, you should not bother with reading the other options to save time.
False- Even if answer (A) appears to be the correct choice, do not skip the remaining answer choices. Answer (B), (C), or (D) may be even better.
What is ONE way to improve your chances of getting the right answer on a multiple-choice question?
Cross out incorrect answers
Look for key (matching) words
Which Science passage requires the MOST focus?
Data Representation
Point of View
Research Summaries
Point of View
True/False- If you show up less than 5 minutes late, you WILL be permitted to take the ACT
False- you will not be allowed to take the test if you are late
True/False- For many of the multiple-choice questions, two answer choices can be eliminated with minimal effort. This can reduce the risk of random guessing and increase your chances for success.
True
If you're having difficulties with a certain question, what should you do about it?
Skip the question and move on to a different one.
The Math ACT consists of 40% of which math subject?
Geometry
True/False- You are required by law to take the ACT at least once during your high school career or you will not graduate
False; the school must offer you a free opportunity to take the ACT, but if you do not take it, you will still graduate :)
What is the name given to the wrong answers designed to mislead you?
Distractors
Identify ONE item you should bring with you to the test.
Valid id
Valid calculator
# 2 pencil
registration ticket
watch (or timer)
Name a concept you should study if you are practicing for the Usage/Mechanics portion of the English portion of the ACT
Punctuation, Grammer, Sentence Structure, Commas, Verb tense