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ACT Testing Tips
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Standardized test taking tips to review before the big day, in a fun way! #standardizedtests #tips
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How many essays are on the ACT?
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When answering questions it is best to:
Do the hard ones first, they will take the longest.
Do the questions in order, that's how the test is printed!
Do the easy ones first, so you can finish all of them.
Don't answer them.
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On the Math test, you should use your scratch paper to:
Fan yourself
Doodle while you daydream about a day at the beach.
Work problems. draw diagrams, charts, paterns, etc.
4
If you have unanswered questions and time is running out, you should:
Fill in only the even numbered questions.
Continue trying to work out as many problems as you can.
Panic.
Fill in all unanswered questions with the same answer.
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TRUE OR FALSE: On the English test, the best answer with the fewest words is usually correct.
False
True
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On the English test, you should:
Never read the whole paragraph - skip to the questions.
Read the whole paragraph - the context will help you.
Read? Who needs to read?
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The night before the test it is best to:
Worry endlessly about the test and how you will do.
Go to bed early, meditate, exercise, and relax.
Stay up cramming until you can't keep your eyes open.
Email Ms. Rhutasel.
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When answering Science questions, you should...
Try to remember the answer from science class.
Look for the information in the picture.
Look for the answer on your phone.
Ask the person next to you.
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On the Writing test, it is most important to:
Use a lot of really big, fancy words.
Make sure your lines rhyme.
Have a strong intro, thesis, examples, and conclusion.
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TRUE OR FALSE: You should plan your essay BEFORE writing.
False
True
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Trust your gut! How does this apply to the ACT?
You can get the answer by listening to your stomach growl.
If you're 2nd guessing yourself - go with your first choice.
Staring cross eyed at the ACT will reveal the correct answer.
Answer blindfolded.
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Why should you eat breakfast the morning of the test?
So you won't be hungry during the test.
Don't eat; starving is good for test taking.
Your brain needs nutrients to function properly.
So you can stay awake longer.
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How many breaks do you get during the 3 1/2 hour test?
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4
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3
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What is a good calming technique / mental break to use during test-taking?
Stretching and pressing your fingers together.
Pressing on the pressure point by your thumb on your palm.
Taking 4-5 deep breaths.
Stretching and wiggling your toes.
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TRUE OR FALSE: It is helpful to eliminate obviously wrong answers.
True
False
16
How many times should you read the instructions?
Skim it once to clarify your thinking.
Don't bother reading.
At least five times.
Twenty times.
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On the English test, it's best to choose the...
Answer with the most commas.
Most extravagant answer.
Answer with the fewest commas.
Most confusing answer.
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TRUE OR FASE: The conflicting views portion of the Science test is the most time consuming.
True
False
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On the Science test, you can get most of the info you need from the:
Passages
Graphs
Margins
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What do you do after you finish the last question on the test and before you submit it?
See what your friends wrote on their tests.
Go to sleep.
Eat candy.
Go over the questions & make sure you've answered all of them.
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Prioritize questions into these three categories:
Eh, meh, and boo.
Easy, Peazy, Lemon Squeezy
Hard, really hard, super duper hard
Now, Later, Never
22
TRUE OR FALSE: The ACT is an accurate representation of your intelligence. :)
False
True
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TRUE OR FALSE: On the Reading test, start with the passage you find most interesting.
True
False
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How many tests are on the ACT?
3
5
2
4
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The morning of the test, it is best to:
Coffee. Just coffee.
Eat a balanced breakfast: protein, bread, & fruit.
Skip breakfast.
Eat ALL of the donuts; the sugar will sustain you!
26
How can I mentally prepare for a test?
Be worried.
Get no sleep.
Be motivated to do well.
Over think the answers.
27
What kinds of tests are on the ACT?
Reading, Math, and English
Gym, Science, Health, and Music
Science and Math
Math, Science, Reading, and English
28
What should you do if you do not know the answer or run out of time?
Choose B.
Choose a random answer.
Ask for help.
Do not answer.
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What are some things you should do before the test?
Put away all electronic devices.
Drink a glass of water.
Relax.
Go to the bathroom.
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On the Reading test, you should:
Skim the passage, then focus on lines in the question.
Read? Why read when you can guess?
Read. Every. Single. Word.
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Is there a penalty for guessing on the ACT?
Yes, this test only scores on how many you get wrong.
No, it is scored by your correct answers.
Yes, there are penalties.
No, this test isn't scored.
32
What should you bring in with you for testing? We'll have snacks for you.
School ID, pencils, & calculator.
Your phone, a couple of pencils, and your best friend.
Nothing.
A pen.
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What should you NOT do during the test?
Use a dictionary.
Have your phone turned on.
Answer questions after a test is finished.
All of the above.
