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Make text logically organized, flow smoothly, and have an effective introduction and conclusion
Organization, Unity, and Cohesion
Usage
Punctuation
Sentence Structure and Formation
2
... is/are not part of topic development.
Adequate development
A topic sentence
Using complicated words
Transitions and signposts
3
Wear comfortable clothing and eat a healthy breakfast the day of the test.
False
True
4
A clause that has a subject and a verb and can stand alone, a complete sentence
Santa Clause
Independent Clause
Relative Clause
Dependent Clause
5
Position your answer sheet right next to your test booklet so you can mark answers quickly and accurately.
False
True
6
Identify the purposes of parts of texts, and determine if a text has met its intended goal.
Production of Writing
Conventions of Standard English
Topic Development
Knowledge of Language
7
If there is time left after you have answered every question in a test, ...
Go back and check your work on that test.
Use social media on your phone to spread dank memes.
Take a nap.
Stare contemptuously at the test proctor.
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Get plenty of sleep the night before the test.
True
False
9
Which statement is NOT true about organizing your writing?
Have a certain number of sentences or paragraphs.
Have an organization that matches your purpose.
Revise by reorganizing structure to convey your message.
Make sure your audience can more easily follow along.
10
The way in which a word or phrase is normally and correctly used
Usage
Vocabulary
Punctuation
Mechanics
11
Recognize common problems with standard English and make revisions to improve the writing.
Punctuation
Sentence Structure and Formation
Organization, Unity, and Cohesion
Usage
12
Some things aren't tested on the English ACT. Which of the following is tested on the English ACT?
vocabulary—specific denotations to write down
spelling
rote recall of grammar rules
conventions of standard English
13
Explanations, examples, statistics, quotations, ideas, and meaningful information
EXPRESSION, WORD CHOICE, AND POINT OF VIEW
CENTRAL IDEA
SUPPORTING MATERIAL
ORGANIZATION
14
The best strategy for taking the tests is to...
Take your time to be correct on every question.
Answer easy questions and skip questions you find difficult.
Take as much time needed to answer each question.
Give every question the same amount of time.
15
When you return to the more difficult questions...
Pick the longest answer.
Use logic to eliminate incorrect answers to a question.
Choose the answer that makes the least sense.
Make a random guess.
16
The entire paragraph should concern itself with a single focus.
Queue
Idiosyncrasy
Unity
Diligence
17
... have to do with sentence structure.
Run-ons, Comma Splices, and Fused Sentences
Sentence Clauses: Independent and Dependent Clauses
All of the above.
Sentence Fragments and Subject-Verb Agreement
18
Recognize common problems with standard English punctuation.
Organization, Unity, and Cohesion
Sentence Structure and Formation
Punctuation
Usage
19
An actual ACT Reading Test contains ___ passages.
5
3
2
4
20
Apply an understanding of grammar, usage, and mechanics to revise and edit text.
Topic Development
Production of Writing
Conventions of Standard English
Knowledge of Language
21
As you get started, take a few deep breaths to calm yourself and keep a positive attitude.
False
True
22
What is the circumference of the Earth?
385,221 mi
24,901 mi
5,642 mi
103,684 mi
23
Focus your attention partly on your work.
False
True
24
If you finish before time is up, reread the questions and check your answers.
False
True
25
Be sure to answer every question—there’s no penalty for guessing.
False
True
26
Read each question and possible responses completely before answering. Choose the one you think is best and move on.
True
False
27
This punctuation mark cannot be used alone between two complete sentences.
––
:
,
;
28
Which is false?
Choose the answer that best responds to the question.
Do not respond as soon as you identify a correct answer.
Respond as soon as you identify a correct answer.
Read and consider all of the answer choices.
29
Gather everything you need the day before the test, including:
approved calculator
photo ID
sharpened pencils
All of the above
30
Don't listen carefully to instructions and ask questions if you hear something you don’t understand.
True
False
31
You should...
Leave some blank to avoid losing more points.
Only answer the ones you are absolutely sure that you know.
Answer every question.
Answer as many as you think you can successfully answer.
32
Don't pace yourself and occasionally check the time.
True
False
33
focusing on a clear, manageable idea, argument––thesis around which to organize your material, the main idea
ORGANIZATION
EXPRESSION, WORD CHOICE, AND POINT OF VIEW
CENTRAL IDEA
SUPPORTING MATERIAL
34
An actual ACT Reading Test contains ___ questions to be answered in ___ minutes.
contains 65 questions to be answered in 35 minutes.
contains 45 questions to be answered in 30 minutes.
contains 40 questions to be answered in 35 minutes.
contains 70 questions to be answered in 50 minutes.
35
... is the trait that makes the paragraph easily understandable to a reader.
Litotes
Coherence
Literary Indistinguishability
Circumlocution
36
This element of writing has to do with coherent arrangement of material.
SUPPORTING MATERIAL
ORGANIZATION
CENTRAL IDEA
EXPRESSION, WORD CHOICE, AND POINT OF VIEW
37
The English test consists of ___ essays or passages.
four
five
three
six
38
You should NOT do one of the following to get ready for the test.
Prepare every day, not waiting until a few days before.
Eat breakfast to supply necessary energy.
Stay up all night cramming for the test.
Get plenty of rest the night before the tests.
39
A clause that has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone, an incomplete sentence
Santa Clause
Relative Clause
Dependent Clause
Independent Clause
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An actual ACT English Test contains ___ questions to be answered in ___ minutes.
contains 70 questions to be answered in 50 minutes.
contains 75 questions to be answered in 45 minutes.
contains 65 questions to be answered in 35 minutes.
contains 45 questions to be answered in 30 minutes.
