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1
Florida Bright Futures combines the highest subject scores from any time that you took ACT.
False
True
2
How many questions are on the ACT reading test?
75 questions in 45 minutes
45 questions in 45 minutes
40 questions in 35 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
3
What are some reasons that students take the ACT or the SAT?
Use scores to meet graduation requirements
All of the above
College admissions
Scholarships
4
The essay on the "redesigned" SAT is optional.
True
False
5
What are the two best free websites to use to practice for the ACT and SAT?
ACTprofile.org and youtube.com/sat
ACTprofile.org and khanacademy.org
ACTfordummies.com and khanacademy.org
ACTprofile.org and SATprofile.org
6
When taking practice tests to study for ACT or SAT, what should you do?
All of the above
Create a quiet, distraction-free environment
After time is up, check explanatory answers in practice book
Set a timer for time allowed for that section of the test
7
What is the highest composite score you can get on the ACT?
26
29
32
36
8
The SAT only has multiple choice questions.
false
true
9
If you finish a test early, you should...
All of the above
Go back and try again on questions that confused you
Check your answers
Make sure all the circles are carefully colored in
10
What are the sections of the ACT?
Reading, Writing, Math
English, Math, Reading, Science, Psychology
English, Math, Reading, Science,
English, Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies
11
Which areas of science are in the Science section of the SAT?
physics
biology
none of the above
chemistry
12
What is the last ACT or SAT test that can count toward Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility?
January of your 12th grade year
June of your 12th grade year
May of your 12th grade year
December of your 12th grade year
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The morning of the ACT or SAT, what should you do?
Skip breakfast because you have a nervous stomach
Eat a really big breakfast, even if you normally eat lightly
Follow your normal morning breakfast routine
Take breakfast and coffee with you and munch during the test
14
How many times can you take the ACT for free if you qualify for free or reduced lunch?
As many times as you need to take it
2, including only test taken in the 11th and 12th grades
3, starting 9th grade
2, starting in 10th grade
15
How many passages are in the reading section of the ACT?
5
4
6
3
16
What should you do if you do not know the answer or run out of time?
A & B
Leave it blank
Eliminate known wrong answers and guess
Guess
17
The writing section on the SAT is optional.
False
True
18
In the ACT math section, you should
Work out every problem on your calculator, simplicity aside
Plug in the answer choices if you get stuck
Both B & C
Eliminate any obviously wrong answers
19
When answering ACT science test questions, you should
Just guess, you hate science
Ignore charts and graphs; focus on passage information only
Read the passage thoroughly for total understanding of terms
Skim passage for main idea; focus on info in charts/graphs
20
The night before the ACT or the SAT, what should you do?
go to bed early and get a good night's rest
stay up late watching Netflix
cram for the test until 2 a.m.
Go to a party
21
When reading a passage on the ACT or SAT reading sections, you should
read the passage twice, making notes and underlining
read the passage for details
don't read the passage, only the questions
read the passage for main idea, not details
22
You should take a healthy snack, such as a peanut butter & jelly sandwich, to eat during break
true
false
23
Why is it important to take practice tests that are timed & environment similar to test day?
To become comfortable with how the test is administered
To learn how to pace yourself
All of the above
To build endurance for sitting through a 3.5 hour long test
24
How many questions are on the ACT math test?
40 questions in 50 minutes
45 questions in 45 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
40 questions in 35 minutes
25
What should you bring to the test?
# 2 pencils, calculator, test ticket, photo ID
Colored pencils, highlighters, your phone
Phone, pencils, a book to read after the test
Number 2 pencils, a calculator, phone
26
Why would you take several dulled #2 pencils to the ACT or SAT?
Dulled pencils have character
It is your lucky pencil
Dulled pencils bubble faster
Sharp pencils tear your paper
27
When is the ideal time for an average high school student to take the ACT or the SAT?
Spring of 11th grade - so most of algebra 2 is complete
December of your senior year
As soon as you get into high school
June of your senior year
28
Some math problems on the SAT require that you write in your answer.
True
False
29
What SAT score do you need for the Florida Bright Futures Academic Scholar level?
1290
2400
1600
1190
30
On the ACT reading test, which passage has been found the easiest read, with hardest questions.
4th passage - Natural Science
3rd passage - Humanities
1st passage - Prose fiction
2nd passage - Social Science
31
On the ACT reading test, how long should you spend on each passage and set of questions?
5 minutes
A little over 9 minutes
A little over 8 minutes
10 minutes
32
Why would you choose to take the writing or essay portions of the ACT or SAT?
to impress scoring teams
to meet college admissions requirements
to make your English teacher proud
to bluff your way into a better score
33
Which of the following is not a passage type in the ACT reading section?
Humanities
History
Natural Science
Prose fiction
34
Calculate composite score - 25 on English, 27 on math, 26 on reading, 24 on science
22
24
26
27
35
What is the order of the SAT sections on test day?
Reading, science, math, english
English, math, reading, science
Reading, math, writing
Reading, writing & language, math-no calc., math-calculator
36
What ACT composite score is needed to earn the Medallion level of Florida Bright Futures?
29
26
24
25
37
How many questions are on the ACT English test?
50 questions in 25 minutes
20 questions in 20 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
75 questions in 45 minutes
38
What 3 things are considered to determine eligibility for Florida Bright Futures Scholarships?
Teacher recommendations, ACT or SAT test scores, GPA
ACT or SAT test scores, core GPA, Community Service
ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, athletic abilities
ACT or SAT test scores, extracurricular involvement, essay
39
How many questions are on the ACT science test?
40 questions in 35 minutes
25 questions in 35 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
75 questions in 35 minutes
40
How many questions are on the SAT reading section?
52 questions in 65 minutes
35 questions in 40 minutes
30 questions in 30 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
