Official Act Prep Guide 2022-2023, (Book + Online Course) - (Book + Online Course)

THE OFFICIAL ACT(r) PREP GUIDE 2022-2023 - INCLUDES ONLINE COURSEThe comprehensive guide to the 2022-2023 ACT test--including 7 genuine, full-length practice tests.The Official ACT(r) Prep Guide 2022-2023 book includes six authentic ACT tests--all of which contain the optional writing test--so you get maximum practice before your official test date.These tests are also available on the Wiley Efficient Learning platform and mobile app alongside a seventh bonus test via the PIN code inside, so you can study your official materials anytime, anywhere.This guide provides clear explanations for every answer straight from the makers of the ACT to help you improve your understanding of each subject. You'll also get:* Practical tips and strategies for boosting your score on the English, math, reading, science, and (optional) writing tests* 400+ online flashcards to ensure you're mastering key concepts* A customizable online test bank* Wiley Efficient Learning's personalized exam planner feature, where you can build the study schedule that meets your unique needs* Expert advice on how to mentally and physically prepare for your testThrough the Official Guide, you'll learn what to expect on test day, understand the types of questions you will encounter when taking the ACT, and adopt test-taking strategies that are right for you. By using this guide and its accompanying expansive resources, you can feel confident you'll be ready to do your best!*Online prep materials valid for one year from PIN code activation.

List of contents

Preface xiHow This Book Is Arranged xiiBefore You Begin xiiPart One: Getting Acquainted with the ACT Test 1Chapter 1: About the ACT 3Description of the Full ACT Test 4English Test 4Mathematics Test 6Reading Test 14Science Test 17Writing Test (Optional) 19The Fifth Test 21Using a Calculator 22Taking the Test 23Summary 24Chapter 2: Preparation, Skills, and Strategies 25Mental Preparation 26Identify Strengths and Address Areas of Improvement 26Develop a Positive Mental Attitude 27Keep the Test in Perspective 27General Test-Taking Strategies and Skills 27Remain Calm 27Pace Yourself 28Know the Directions Ahead of Time 29Read Carefully and Thoroughly 29Choose Strategies for Answering Easier and More Difficult Questions 30Use Logic on More Difficult Questions 30Choose a Strategy for Guessing on Multiple-Choice Questions 30Choose a Strategy for Changing Answers 31Write Notes in Your Test Booklet 31Mark Your Answers Carefully 31Plan to Check Your Answers 32Learn Strategies for Specific Tests 32Summary 32Part Two: Taking and Evaluating Your First Practice Test 35Chapter 3: Taking and Scoring Your First ACT Practice Test 37Simulating Testing Conditions 37Scoring Your Practice Test 101Scoring Your Multiple-Choice Practice Tests 102Scoring Your Practice Writing Test Essay 108Reviewing Explanatory Answers 113Chapter 4: Identifying Areas for Improvement 184Reviewing Your Overall Performance 185Highlighting Strengths and Areas for Improvement on the English Test 186Test-Taking Errors 186Highlighting Strengths and Areas for Improvement on the Mathematics Test 188Math Subject Areas 188Test-Taking Errors 188Highlighting Strengths and Areas for Improvement on the Reading Test 189Types of Reading Passages 190Reading Skills Tested 190Test-Taking Errors 191Highlighting Strengths and Areas for Improvement on the Science Test 192Science Subject Areas 192Types of Science Passages 193Test-Taking Errors 193Highlighting Strengths and Areas for Improvement on the Writing Test 194Writing Skills Tested 194Writing Strategy or Process Errors 196Part Three: Improving Your Score 197Chapter 5: Improving Your English Score 199Content of the ACT English Test 199Types of Questions on the ACT English Test 200Strategies for Taking the ACT English Test 209Chapter 6: Improving Your Math Score 225Content of the ACT Mathematics Test 226Preparing for Higher Math 226Integrating Essential Skills 226Modeling 227Types of Questions on the ACT Mathematics Test 227Basic Math Problems 227Basic Math Problems in Settings 231Very Challenging Problems 235Question Sets 242Strategies for Taking the ACT Mathematics Test 247Pace Yourself 247Answer All Questions 247Answer All the Easy Questions First, Then Go Back to Answer the Hard Ones 248Read Each Problem Carefully 248Look for Information in the Answer Choices 248Use Illustrations Wisely and Whenever You Can 249Use Your Calculator Wisely 249Think! 249Show Your Work 250Check Your Answers 250Chapter 7: Improving Your Reading Score 251Content of the ACT Reading Test 251Key Ideas and Details 252Craft and Structure 252Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 252Types of Questions on the ACT Reading Test 253Representative ACT Reading Test Questions 253Strategies for Taking the ACT Reading Test 262Pace Yourself 262Use the Time Allotted 262Think of an Overall Strategy That Works for You 263Keep the Passage as a Whole in Mind 263Find a Strategy for Approaching Each Question 263Reading Strategies Summary 264Chapter 8: Improving Your Science Score 272Content of the ACT Science Test 272Format of the ACT Science Test 273Data Representation Format 274Discussion of Sample Passage I (Data Representation) 276Research Summaries Format 279Discussion of Sample Passage II (Research Summaries) 281Confl icting Viewpoints Format 283Discussion of Sample Passage III (Conflicting Viewpoints) 285Strategies for Taking the ACT Science Test 288Develop a Problem-Solving Method 288Take Notes 289Pace Yourself 289Practice Interpreting Graphs, Tables, and Diagrams 289Make the Most of the Information in Graphs 290Make the Most of the Information in Tables 292Develop an Understanding of Scientific Investigations 293Carefully Analyze Conflicting Viewpoints 293Chapter 9: Improving Your Score on the Optional Writing Test 294Content of the ACT Writing Test 295How Your Essay Will Be Scored 295Sample Prompt and Essays 295Sample ACT Writing Test Prompt 296Planning Your Essay 298Sample Essay Responses 299Strategies for Taking the ACT Writing Test 323Prewrite 323Write 323Review Your Essay 324Practice 324Part Four: Taking Additional Practice Tests 327Chapter 10: Taking Additional Practice Tests 329Practice Test 2 335Explanatory Answers 395Practice Test 3 473Explanatory Answers 531Practice Test 4 603Explanatory Answers 661Practice Test 5 735Explanatory Answers 793Practice Test 6 883Explanatory Answers 941Chapter 11: Scoring the Additional Practice Tests 1007Scoring Your Practice Tests 1008Scoring Practice Test 2 1009Scoring the Multiple-Choice Tests 1009Scoring Your Practice Writing Test 2 Essay 1015Scoring Practice Test 3 1017Scoring the Multiple-Choice Tests 1017Scoring Your Practice Writing Test 3 Essay 1023Scoring Practice Test 4 1025Scoring the Multiple-Choice Tests 1025Scoring Your Practice Writing Test 4 Essay 1031Scoring Practice Test 5 1033Scoring the Multiple-Choice Tests 1033Scoring Your Practice Writing Test 5 Essay 1039Scoring Practice Test 6 1041Scoring Your Multiple-Choice Practice Tests 1041Scoring Your Practice Writing Test 6 Essay 1047Chapter 12: Interpreting Your ACT Test Scores and Ranks 1049Understanding Your ACT Test Results 1051How ACT Scores Your Multiple-Choice Tests 1051How ACT Scores Your Writing Test 1051Recognizing That Test Scores Are Estimates of Educational Achievement 1051Using Ranks to Interpret Your Scores 1052Comparing Your Test Scores to Each Other 1052Comparing Your Scores and Ranks to Your High School Grades 1052Comparing Your Scores to Those of Enrolled First-Year College Students 1052Using ACT College and Career Readiness Standards to Help You Understand Your ACT Scores 1053Planning Your Education and Career 1054Seeking Additional Information and Guidance 1054ACT College and Career Readiness Standards--English 1055ACT College and Career Readiness Standards--Mathematics 1062ACT College and Career Readiness Standards--Reading 1071Text Complexity Rubric--Reading 1078ACT College and Career Readiness Standards--Science 1085Part Five: Moving Forward to Test Day 1093Chapter 13: Registering, Planning, and Packing for Test Day 1095National Testing Program Versus State and District Testing 1096Registering for the ACT 1096Selecting a National Testing Date and Location 1096Selecting a Test Option 1098Registering 1098Registering under Special Circumstances 1099Planning and Packing for Test Day 1099Getting to the Test Center 1099Dressing for Test Day 1100Packing for Test Day: What to Bring 1100Obtaining Additional Test Details 1101At the Test Center 1101Checking In 1101Following the Rules 1102Communicating with the Testing Staff 1103Maintaining Your Composure and Energy 1104Voiding Your Answer Documents on Test Day 1105Testing More Than Once 1105

About the author

ACT (Iowa City, IA) is a not-for-profit organization providing assessment, research, information, and program management services to support education and workforce development. Known most widely as the makers of the ACT exam--the college readiness and placement assessment taken by some 1.8 million high school students each year--ACT produces a number of assessments and services reaching more than 10 million people along the kindergarten through career continuum. ACT's rigorous research informs policy decisions and helps develop programs that boost lifelong learning potential in schools and workplaces around the world. To learn more, visit www.act.org.

Summary

THE OFFICIAL ACT(r) PREP GUIDE 2022-2023 - INCLUDES ONLINE COURSE

The comprehensive guide to the 2022-2023 ACT test--including 7 genuine, full-length practice tests.

The Official ACT(r) Prep Guide 2022-2023 book includes six authentic ACT tests--all of which contain the optional writing test--so you get maximum practice before your official test date.

These tests are also available on the Wiley Efficient Learning platform and mobile app alongside a seventh bonus test via the PIN code inside, so you can study your official materials anytime, anywhere.

This guide provides clear explanations for every answer straight from the makers of the ACT to help you improve your understanding of each subject. You'll also get:
* Practical tips and strategies for boosting your score on the English, math, reading, science, and (optional) writing tests
* 400+ online flashcards to ensure you're mastering key concepts
* A customizable online test bank
* Wiley Efficient Learning's personalized exam planner feature, where you can build the study schedule that meets your unique needs
* Expert advice on how to mentally and physically prepare for your test

Through the Official Guide, you'll learn what to expect on test day, understand the types of questions you will encounter when taking the ACT, and adopt test-taking strategies that are right for you. By using this guide and its accompanying expansive resources, you can feel confident you'll be ready to do your best!

*Online prep materials valid for one year from PIN code activation.

Product details

• Authors: Act, Wiley
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.04.2022
• EAN: 9781119865902
• ISBN: 978-1-119-86590-2
• No. of pages: 1120
• Subjects: Education and learning > Miscellaneous; Humanities, art, music > Education > Education system; Prüfungsvorbereitung, test prep, Prüfungsvorbereitung / SAT, ACT, ACT (Examen), SAT, ACT Prep