ACT
New SAT
Study Skills
Biology
ELA
100
The overall composite score available on the ACT.
What is the number 36
100
The highest score on the new SAT.
What is 1600
100
Learning is made easy for you by using flashcards, writing down key words, ideas or instruction, color coded and drawing pictures for new concepts.
What is a visual learner
100
Cell formed by a fertilization event between two gametes.
What is a zygote?
100
A figure of speech that identifies something as being the same as some unrelated thing for rhetorical effect. Highlighting the similarities between the two.
What is a metaphor?
200
Spring of Junior Year
When should you take this exam?
200
Sections are worth 200-800 points
What is Math and Reading/Language sections.
200
Notes that use bullet points and information becomes more specific as you go down the page. It requires more thought but is very organized.
What is Outlining Notes.
200
the basic heredity; codes for a specific trait
What is a gene
200
Form and express a sophisticated judgment of something.
What is Criticize?
300
Four multiple-choice tests
What is English, Math, Reading and Science.
300
This portion of the test will focus on three main areas; 1. Linear equations 2. Complex equations or functions 3. Ratios, percentages and proportional reasoning
What is Mathematics
300
Shortening words or using symbols to represent words or ideas into your notes.
What is abbreviate.
300
Process by which new cells are generated
What is Mitosis
300
Word or phrase that describes, clarifies or gives more detail about a concept that is not clearly stated in the sentence.
What is a dangling modifier
400
Generally one month in advance
What is the registration deadline?
400
Students will no longer be penalized.
What is incorrect answers
400
Type of vocabulary will be on the ACT, SAT and other tests? Ps. It's what you learn on Wednesdays in advisory, on the top of the sheet.
What is Academic Language.
400
The process by which gametes are generated for reproduction. gametes- reproductive cells (sperm and eggs)
What is Meiosis?
400
Statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved.
What is a Thesis?
500
Academic Achievement in English, Math, Reading and Science (general education) and ability to complete college level work.
What does the ACT assess?
500
Examples of source documents from a broad range of disciplines in the reading and writing sections. Ps. what disciplines are not on the test?
Where is Science and Social Studies included in the test?
500
Take good notes, complete all assignments within the unit, study in short periods, ask instructor for specific areas, eat and sleep well.
How do you prepare for a test?
500
Elongated cellular structure composed of DNA and protein. They are vehicles which carry DNA in cells
What is a Chromosome?
500
Belonging naturally, essential Of or relating to the essential nature of a thing
What is intrinsic?