ACT
Breakdown of the test
The Grammar Section has 75 multiple choice questions, for which there is 45 minutes given to answer them. Usually, these questions refer to underlined portions of the passage and test grammar conventions.
The Math Section has 60 multiple choice questions, for which there is 60 minutes to answer them. These questions cover a whole range of topics covering pre-algebra, elementary algebra, intermediate algebra, coordinate geometry, plane geometry, and trigonometry.
The Reading Section has 40 multiple choice questions, for which there are 35 minutes to answer them. This section consists of four sections, three of which contain one long passage and one that contains two shorter passages. Each sections has questions that test the ability of students to read closely, reason logically, and use information from multiple sources.
The Science Section has 40 multiple choice questions, for which there is 35 minutes to answer them. This sections convers biology, chemistry, Earth/space sciences(geology, astronomy, and meteorology), and physics.
Introduction
How do I get started to study for the ACT?
BEFORE WE START: TAKE THIS SURVEY (SAT VS ACT)
First, you have to start by getting an accurate measure of where you are at right now. This is so you can determine how much progress you need to make and what your schedule will look like. You can find an exam to take in the link here:
Study Plan
Once you have completed the mock exam, you should have a score and a general idea of what your strengths and weaknesses are. Now, it’s time to strategically work on your skills to ensure you get the highest score possible come test day.
First, look at the section that you performed the worst in. This section(s) will be the one that will be the center of your focus for your studying. In order to improve this section, you need to be doing as many questions as possible from these sections.
In order to maximize results, what I’ve found to be most helpful for me and students that I know is to acquire a book that has questions. The written aspect adds to your understanding of the test and the realness of it, so when test day comes, you won’t be suprised.
Study Resources
Now armed with your knowledge of your plan, it is time to develop skills and tricks to ace questions on the test. Below will be attached videos on how to attack certain questions on the test and it is your job to learn from these videos and apply it to your test in order to boost your score.
MATH VIDEOS ☆ ☆
GRAMMAR VIDEOS ☆
READING VIDEOS ☆
SCIENCE VIDEOS ☆
Study Books
I would 100% recommend an ACT prep book to work on for the duration of your study period, here are some good ones: