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The essay on the "redesigned" SAT is optional.
True
False
2
The writing section on the SAT is optional.
True
False
3
When reading a passage on the ACT or SAT reading sections, you should
don't read the passage, only the questions
read the passage for main idea, not details
read the passage for details
read the passage twice, making notes and underlining
4
On the ACT reading test, how long should you spend on each passage and set of questions?
A little over 9 minutes
5 minutes
A little over 8 minutes
10 minutes
5
The night before the ACT or the SAT, what should you do?
go to bed early and get a good night's rest
cram for the test until 2 a.m.
stay up late watching Netflix
Go to a party
6
How many times can you take the ACT for free if you qualify for free or reduced lunch?
3, starting 9th grade
2, including only test taken in the 11th and 12th grades
As many times as you need to take it
2, starting in 10th grade
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You should take a healthy snack, such as a peanut butter & jelly sandwich, to eat during break
false
true
8
How many questions are on the ACT reading test?
40 questions in 35 minutes
45 questions in 45 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
75 questions in 45 minutes
9
What SAT score do you need for the Florida Bright Futures Academic Scholar level?
1290
1190
2400
1600
10
Why would you take several dulled #2 pencils to the ACT or SAT?
Dulled pencils have character
Sharp pencils tear your paper
It is your lucky pencil
Dulled pencils bubble faster
11
The morning of the ACT or SAT, what should you do?
Skip breakfast because you have a nervous stomach
Follow your normal morning breakfast routine
Take breakfast and coffee with you and munch during the test
Eat a really big breakfast, even if you normally eat lightly
12
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
As soon as you get into high school
December of your senior year
June of your senior year
13
What ACT composite score is needed to earn the Medallion level of Florida Bright Futures?
29
25
26
24
14
Which areas of science are in the Science section of the SAT?
physics
chemistry
biology
none of the above
15
What is the order of the SAT sections on test day?
English, math, reading, science
Reading, writing & language, math-no calc., math-calculator
Reading, science, math, english
Reading, math, writing
16
Calculate composite score - 25 on English, 27 on math, 26 on reading, 24 on science
26
22
27
24
17
Which of the following is not a passage type in the ACT reading section?
Humanities
History
Natural Science
Prose fiction
18
Florida Bright Futures combines the highest subject scores from any time that you took ACT.
False
True
19
If you finish a test early, you should...
All of the above
Check your answers
Make sure all the circles are carefully colored in
Go back and try again on questions that confused you
20
How many passages are in the reading section of the ACT?
6
5
3
4
21
What 3 things are considered to determine eligibility for Florida Bright Futures Scholarships?
ACT or SAT test scores, extracurricular involvement, essay
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
22
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
23
When answering ACT science test questions, you should
Read the passage thoroughly for total understanding of terms
Skim passage for main idea; focus on info in charts/graphs
Ignore charts and graphs; focus on passage information only
Just guess, you hate science
24
Why would you choose to take the writing or essay portions of the ACT or SAT?
to bluff your way into a better score
to impress scoring teams
to meet college admissions requirements
to make your English teacher proud
25
How many questions are on the ACT English test?
75 questions in 45 minutes
50 questions in 25 minutes
20 questions in 20 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
26
What are some reasons that students take the ACT or the SAT?
All of the above
College admissions
Use scores to meet graduation requirements
Scholarships
27
What is the last ACT or SAT test that can count toward Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility?
December of your 12th grade year
May of your 12th grade year
January of your 12th grade year
June of your 12th grade year
28
What are the sections of the ACT?
Reading, Writing, Math
English, Math, Reading, Science,
English, Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies
English, Math, Reading, Science, Psychology
29
What should you do if you do not know the answer or run out of time?
Eliminate known wrong answers and guess
Guess
A & B
Leave it blank
30
What should you bring to the test?
Number 2 pencils, a calculator, phone
Phone, pencils, a book to read after the test
# 2 pencils, calculator, test ticket, photo ID
Colored pencils, highlighters, your phone
31
Why is it important to take practice tests that are timed & environment similar to test day?
To learn how to pace yourself
To build endurance for sitting through a 3.5 hour long test
To become comfortable with how the test is administered
All of the above
32
How many questions are on the ACT math test?
40 questions in 35 minutes
40 questions in 50 minutes
45 questions in 45 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
33
When taking practice tests to study for ACT or SAT, what should you do?
Set a timer for time allowed for that section of the test
Create a quiet, distraction-free environment
After time is up, check explanatory answers in practice book
All of the above
34
The SAT only has multiple choice questions.
true
false
35
Some math problems on the SAT require that you write in your answer.
True
False
36
What are the two best free websites to use to practice for the ACT and SAT?
ACTprofile.org and khanacademy.org
ACTprofile.org and youtube.com/sat
ACTprofile.org and SATprofile.org
ACTfordummies.com and khanacademy.org
37
What is the highest composite score you can get on the ACT?
36
26
29
32
38
How many questions are on the ACT science test?
75 questions in 35 minutes
40 questions in 35 minutes
25 questions in 35 minutes
60 questions in 60 minutes
39
In the ACT math section, you should
Plug in the answer choices if you get stuck
Work out every problem on your calculator, simplicity aside
Both B & C
Eliminate any obviously wrong answers
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How many questions are on the SAT reading section?
60 questions in 60 minutes
52 questions in 65 minutes
30 questions in 30 minutes
35 questions in 40 minutes
