The ACT if coming up for the Seniors. Here are some tips to help you:
English, Reading, and Science Sections:
- Review English grammar and usage, as well as punctuation, parts of speech, sentence structure, and word parts.
- Don't rush your selection. Consider all the answers to make the best choice.
- Use the context of nearby words to figure out unknown words.
- Pace yourself. You have roughly (actually slightly less than) 1/2 minute for each question.
- Examine each underlined portion with care.
It will suggest what is being sought from you by its context in the passage that the question refers to.
- Choose the best answer possible, using the process of elimination to narrow your choices.
- After you've made your choice, mentally substitute your answer into the underlined portion to see if it seems correct.
- If you don't know the meaning a word, try to recall if you've ever heard it in an expression.
The context of the expression may suggest the meaning of the word.
- Beware of obvious answers! They may be there only to mislead you.
- You should base your answers to the questions solely on what is stated or implied in the passages.
- Carefully read any introductory text...PLEASE
- Skip questions you don't know. Return to them after answering other easier questions.
- First and last sentences of each paragraph are critical.
- Read the passages before reading the questions.
- Don't waste time memorizing details.
Most importantly, be confident in yourself! You will do great!