{"product_id":"act-5hour-quick-prep-for-dummies-9781394231638","title":"ACT 5Hour Quick Prep For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFast, focused test prep that will help you sail through the ACT\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eACT 5-Hour Quick Prep For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e will calm your test-day jitters. Gain confidence with an overview of test content, what to expect on the day of the exam, and a short-form practice test with detailed explanations of the answers. This one-of-a-kind study guide is broken down into study blocks that you can tackle in 5 hours - all at once or over a few days. When you've finished practicing, you'll find a section full of tips and reminders that you can review the night before, so test day will be a breeze. You'll be on the fast track to ACT success with this book. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnow what to expect on the ACT exam, including the content and test format\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork through ACT example questions for every subject covered on the test\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck your knowledge with a short sample test that includes detailed answers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove your chances of getting into the college you want with a great score on the ACT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart Here 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlock 1: Act Overview in 20 Minutes 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRegistering for the ACT 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing when to take the test 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding whether to take the writing test 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking for accommodations or English learner supports 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequesting a fee waiver 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSigning up for your test 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying What to Bring to the Test 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing What to Expect During the Test 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExam room rules 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe order, topics, and time for each section 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat the ACT expects you to know 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Strategies for Test-Taking Success 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging your time 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping track of your answers 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoping with stress and anxiety 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEliminating answers 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading actively to stay focused 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing your responses 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Your Score 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGuessing for points to maximize your score 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting your overall score 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRepeating the test to improve your score 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlock 2: Preparing for the Test! 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePunctuating the English Test 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the question types 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing grammar and usage 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSizing Up the Math Test 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the test format 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing number basics 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing geometry and trig 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolving algebraic equations and more 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComprehending the Reading Test 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the topics 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying the question types 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeering into the Science Test 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifying passage format 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnalyzing tables, graphics, and diagrams 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing Your Writing Test Essay 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining the prompt and creating a thesis 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDemonstrating key writing skills 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlock 3: Working Through Some Practice Questions 55\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish Practice Questions 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMath Practice Questions 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading Practice Questions 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScience Practice Questions 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePassage 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInitial Analysis 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting Practice Question 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlock 4: Taking a (Shortened) Practice Test 83\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswer Sheet 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish Test 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMathematics Test 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading Test 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScience Test 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting Test 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswers and Explanations 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish Test 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMathematics Test 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading Test 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScience Test 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting Test 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample response 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlock 5: Ten Tips for the Night Before Your Test 131\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnow Your Time-Management Strategies 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReview Strategies for Analyzing and Answering Questions 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReview Your Practice Test Materials 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractice Your Stress-Coping Strategies 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlan for Arriving on Time 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLay Out Comfortable Clothes 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHave Your Picture ID and Admission Ticket Ready 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCheck Your Calculator and Batteries 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisualize Success! 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