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