ACT Premium Study Guide with 6 Practice Tests, 4th Edition (2019)

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BARRON’S
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Dedication
Dedicated to my wife Caitlin, my son Andrew, and my daughter Eloise—without your love and support,
this book would not have been possible. I would like to especially thank my mom, my dad, Andy,
Mitchell, Alaina, Michal, and Andrew for their help with this undertaking. I am grateful to everyone at
Barron’s, especially my editor Kristen Girardi.
Thanks so much to all of my students over the years—I have learned far more from you than you have
learned from me.
About the Author
Brian W. Stewart is the founder and President of BWS Education Consulting, Inc., a boutique tutoring
and test preparation company based in Columbus, Ohio. He has worked with thousands of students to
help them improve their test scores and earn admission to selective schools. Brian is a graduate of
Princeton University (A.B.) and The Ohio State University (M.Ed.). You can connect with Brian at
www.bwseducationconsulting.com.
Copyright © 2019, 2018, 2016, 2014 by Kaplan, Inc., d/b/a Barron’s Educational Series, Inc.
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Published by Kaplan, Inc., d/b/a Barron’s Educational Series:
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Contents
Introduction
Frequently Asked Questions About the ACT
Overcoming Mistaken Thoughts About the ACT: Four Big Ideas
Attaining an Optimal, Balanced Mindset for the ACT
Self-Reflection
Diagnostic Test
Answer Key
ACT Scoring Guide
ACT Writing Rubric
Answer Explanations
Diagnostic Test Analysis Guide
Diagnostic Self-Assessment
SUBJECT REVIEW
1 English
Grammar Review
Sentence Basics
Number Agreement
Punctuation
Possession and Apostrophes

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Tense
Parallelism
Transitions
Wordiness
Word Order
Illogical Comparisons
Proper Wording
Adjectives vs. Adverbs
Comparative and Superlative
Commonly Confused Words
More Proper Wording
ACT English Strategies
Sample English Passage
ACT-Style English Practice Questions
English Grammar Summary
English Strategy Summary
2 Mathematics
Math Strategies
Math Review
Pre-Algebra
ACT-Style Pre-Algebra Practice Questions
Elementary Algebra
ACT-Style Elementary Algebra Practice Questions
Intermediate Algebra
ACT-Style Intermediate Algebra Practice Questions

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Plane Geometry
ACT-Style Plane Geometry Practice Questions
Coordinate Geometry
ACT-Style Coordinate Geometry Practice Questions
Trigonometry
ACT-Style Trigonometry Practice Questions
Statistics and Probability
ACT-Style Statistics and Probability Practice Questions
Math Formulas Summary
Math Strategy Summary
3 Reading
Methodology for Reading the Passages
How to Read Different Types of Passages
Methodology for Answering Questions
Options for Your Personal Situation
Practice Reading Passages
ACT-Style Reading Comprehension Practice Questions
Reading Strategy Summary
4 Science
Types of Source Material on the ACT
Strategies for Reading Science Passages
Practice Science Questions
ACT-Style Science Practice Questions
Science Strategy Summary
5 Writing

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Sample ACT Writing Prompt
Prewriting
The Thesis
Examples and Descriptions
Evaluating Complexity and Other Viewpoints
Wording and Sentence Structure
ACT Essay Strategies
Full Essay Samples and Evaluations
ACT-Style Writing Practice
Writing Strategy Summary
PRACTICE TESTS
Practice Test 1
Answer Key
ACT Scoring Guide
ACT Writing Rubric
Answer Explanations
Practice Test 2
Answer Key
ACT Scoring Guide
ACT Writing Rubric
Answer Explanations
Practice Test 3
Answer Key

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ONLINE RESOURCES
Take full advantage of all Barron’s has to offer to prepare yourself for
the ACT!
Visit barronsbooks.com/tp/ACT/ for access to 2 full-length online
practice tests PLUS 120 Math and Grammar Review Flash Cards.*
Visit www.youtube.com/c/BrianStewartBarrons for FREE math video
tutorials with the author.
*Be sure to have your copy of ACT, 4th edition handy to complete the
registration process. The question references the Diagnostic Test-
English Test section.

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Introduction
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE ACT
What Is the ACT?
The ACT is a test accepted by all colleges and universities in the United States
for consideration in the admissions process. It is a test of the general skills you
have developed over your academic career. It is approximately 4 hours long
and is offered on seven Saturdays throughout the year. For a list of upcoming
dates and registration deadlines, go to:
www.actstudent.org/regist/dates.html
The ACT is made up of the following sections:
TIP
English, 45 minutes, 75 questions—test of grammar, usage, and rhetorical
skills
Math, 60 minutes, 60 questions—test of problem-solving skills in algebra,
geometry, and trigonometry
Reading, 35 minutes, 40 questions—test of reading comprehension skills
Science, 35 minutes, 40 questions—test of scientific analytical and
reasoning skills
Writing, 40 minutes, 1 essay question (This section is optional.)

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The test sections come in alphabetical order.
There is a 10-minute break between the Math and Reading sections, and a
5-minute break between the Science and Writing sections.
How Do I Sign Up?
It is easiest to sign up online, although there are a variety of options given on
the ACT website:
www.actstudent.org/regist/
If you receive extended time or other special accommodations on school
tests, be sure to look into extended time and/or accommodations on the ACT.
The ACT has a process to ensure that those who deserve extended time
receive it. Find the latest details on what services may apply to your situation
here:
www.actstudent.org/regist/disab/
The ACT also allows students whose families are experiencing economic
hardship to take the test twice at no cost. You will need to ask your guidance
counselor for a Fee Waiver Form. The most updated information on ACT Fees
can be found here:
www.act.org/the-act/fees
When Should I Take It?
Most students take the test in their Junior year of high school since they will
have completed most of the math they will need, but you can certainly take it
earlier if you are interested in seeing where you stand. Unless a college

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specifically requires that you submit all of your test scores from the ACT
(which is quite rare), you will only send in the results from the test date(s) you
choose. In addition to all the test dates during the school year, the ACT has
recently added a July test date. Check out the ACT test dates to see what
works well with your schedule, and take the ACT when you will have adequate
time to be well-rested and well-prepared.
Where Should I Take It?
The ACT is offered at a wide variety of schools and universities throughout the
United States and around the world. They make it relatively easy for you to
take the test at a location not too far away. In fact, even if you are in prison,
the ACT allows for special accommodations for you to be tested. There are
four things most students should consider when picking a location:
How Is It Scored?
Register early to ensure you don’t get closed out of a location that appeals
to you.
1.
High schools often have larger desks than colleges, which makes it easier
to fully open your test booklet instead of only being able to have a single
page open at a time.
2.
If you are someone who likes to take the test in familiar surroundings, see if
the test is offered at your high school. If it is not, you may want to check out
your test location before the actual ACT so you can be calmer on test day.
3.
If you find that being around people you know makes you feel more
competitive stress during the ACT, take the test at a location where you
won’t know many people.
4.

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There is NO GUESSING PENALTY on the ACT, so be certain that you do not
leave any answer blank!
The ACT is scored on a curved scale from 1−36, with 1 being terrible and 36
perfect. The average test taker scores around 21−22. Each of the four required
sections—English, Math, Reading, and Science—is scored from 1−36. The ACT
adjusts the curve with each test to ensure that the results from one test
indicate the same level of ability as the results from another. The overall
composite score is found by taking a simple average of the four section scores
and is rounded up if applicable. The ACT Writing section is reported
separately on the score report, but it does not affect the overall composite
score.
Should I Take the Writing Test?
If you don’t know where you are planning to apply to school, go ahead and
take the Writing Test so you can keep your options open. If you know where
you will be applying to school, take a look at the ACT website for the latest
information on how particular colleges use the ACT Writing results:
https://actapps.act.org/writPrefRM/
How Do I Receive My Scores?
If you register online, you will typically be able to access your score report
approximately 3 weeks after your test date. If you choose, you can also have
your scores mailed to you.

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