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1 Introduction to the ACT
CPA College Prep Alabama Copyright 2016 © College Prep Alabama

2 What is ACT? “The ACT measures your achievement in core academic areas important for success in college.” – The Real ACT Prep Guide Not an IQ test! Four major content areas Optional writing component – highly recommended! Cost: $39.50 without writing; $56.50 with writing Free Voucher for 11th and 12th Grade: See your high school counselor Copyright 2016 © College Prep Alabama

3 What Makes ACT Tough Timed test Content Testing anxiety
Number of questions Overall length (Remember, this is an endurance test and not a sprint!) Copyright 2016 © College Prep Alabama

4 What Takes the “Tough” Out of ACT
Practice! Learning and practicing time management skills Knowing what to expect in every aspect of the test Guessing without penalty Several testing opportunities Copyright 2016 © College Prep Alabama

5 Personal Testing Strategies
Never give up Watch time (wear a watch) Skip questions you don’t readily know Stay focused (must be learned and practiced) Never leave an answer space blank. Copyright 2016 © College Prep Alabama

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