Zoey ACT Lock in

Multiple Choice

What should you bring with you the day of testing?

• A blanket and pillow

• pencil, book, eraser

• lunch that needs to be microwaved

• Takis

Multiple Choice

What are the three components emphasized for today?

• Confidence

• Strategy

• Reps

• Vibes

Open Ended

What should Zoey do regarding the sections she feels nervous about?

Multiple Select

What are the four important dates mentioned in the image?

• Feb 14, 2026

• Jan 9, 2026

• Jan 23, 2026

• Feb 9, 2026

Multiple Choice

Students need to practice ___________ management skills in order to balance blocks of time for work and play.

• play

• work

• adult

• time

Multiple Choice

What is the total time in seconds allocated for each question in English and Math combined?

• 100 seconds

• 109 seconds

• 110 seconds

• 120 seconds

Multiple Choice

What is the composite score based on?

• Average of the required tests

• Total score of all sections

• Only the highest section score

• Sum of optional tests

Multiple Choice

What items are students not allowed to bring on test day?

• Scratch paper

• Highlighters

• Colored pens/pencils

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What should you do during breaks according to the rules?

• Wander to the car

• Check your phone

• Stay in the supervised test area

• Use electronics

Multiple Choice

What must be done before your admission ticket becomes printable in MyACT?

• Upload your photo

• Print your ticket

• Submit your application

• Contact support

Multiple Choice

What should Zoey do to ensure her name matches her ID for the MyACT registration?

• Write her name exactly as it appears on her ID

• Use a different name for MyACT

• Ignore the ID requirements

• Ask a friend for help

Multiple Choice

What are two things you need to do to prepare your calculator for class?

• Bring a backup calculator

• Clear stored programs

• Share your calculator with a friend

• Use a calculator from the classroom

Multiple Choice

What are the components that drive your Composite and Superscore Composite?

• English + Math + Reading

• Science + Math + Reading

• English + Science + Reading

• Math + Science + English

Open Ended

What score matches 6 hours of sleep?

Multiple Choice

Carey and Justin are raising money to purchase books for the library. The more money they raise, the more books they will be able to purchase for the library.

Which of the variables is dependent?

• amount of money raised

• number of books

Multiple Choice

You have 35 minutes for 40 reading questions. Best approach?

• Spend equal time on each and never skip

• Aim ~52s each but skip hard ones quickly and return if time remains

• Read each passage fully before any questions

• Answer questions in order always

Multiple Choice

You see a long sentence with many options and 60s left. Best move?

• Read each option fully, then decide

• Trust grammar rules (commas/modifiers) to eliminate quickly

• Skip and guess

• Skip whole passage

Multiple Choice

Question asks “What score corresponds to 6 hours?” You should:

• Read full passage then graph

• Circle units and read graph at x=6

• Ignore graph, use passage summary

• Calculate averages from text

Multiple Choice

If experiment varies fertilizer and measures growth, fertilizer is:

• Dependent variable

• Independent variable

• Control variable

• Confounding variable

Multiple Choice

On a chart, you see “time (days)” label. First step when answering:

• Ignore units

• Circle units and note axis meaning

• Convert to hours automatically

• Read whole abstract first

Multiple Choice

The question asks about relative change between two groups. Best step:

• Read abstract only

• Inspect table values for the two groups and compare

• Do algebra on entire dataset

• Skip graph and guess

Multiple Choice

Right before you discover your calculator may be unapproved. Best action?

• Buy an approved cheap model and test it tonight

• Use phone calculator

• Ask proctor at test center

• Proceed without calculator

Multiple Choice

No acceptable photo ID—immediate step?

• Show up and explain

• Complete ACT student ID form process now

• Take a selfie at home

• Ask proctor to waive ID

Multiple Choice

Highest ROI before first official test?

• Memorize formulas only

• Take one full, timed practice test, review mistakes, plan drills

• Do random practice problems only

• Study theory without timing

Multiple Choice

For superscoring, best plan?

• Take ACT once only

• Take multiple official tests and target weak sections between tests

• Only do section drills without retakes

• Ignore superscore policy

Multiple Choice

“After practice, Maya texted Jordan, and said the coach changed the schedule.” Problem?

• Comma splice

• Ambiguous pronoun (who said?)

• Dangling modifier

• Run-on sentence

Multiple Choice

Which fixes comma splice: “She loves games, she plays them to relax.”

• No change

• She loves games; she plays them to relax.

• She loves games, she plays them to relax!

• She loves games she plays them to relax.

Multiple Choice

Modifier placement Q: Which is correct?

• Running quickly, the race was won.

• Running quickly, Maria won the race.

• Running quickly, the trophy was visible.

• Running quickly, the door opened.

Multiple Choice

After studying all night, the final felt easier. What’s wrong?

• Comma splice

• Dangling modifier (who studied?)

• Ambiguous pronoun

• No change needed

Multiple Choice

The fundraiser failed its goal. ___, they used what they learned and exceeded it.

• Meanwhile

• Nevertheless

• Afterwards

• Similarly

Multiple Choice

If two events are strictly chronological, best transition is:

• Nevertheless

• Meanwhile

• Consequently

• Furthermore

Multiple Choice

Which is correct?

• My kit includes; caffeine, snacks, sleep.

• My kit includes: caffeine, snacks, sleep.

• My kit includes caffeine: snacks, sleep.

• My kit includes, caffeine, snacks, sleep.

Multiple Choice

Which is best to join two related independent clauses?

• Comma

• Semicolon

• Colon

• Hyphen

Multiple Choice

If all three alternatives introduce errors, you should:

• Pick the least wrong alternative

• Choose “No change” if sentence is correct and consistent

• Avoid “No change” because rare

• Pick the longest option

Multiple Choice

Pronoun-number agreement Q: “Each student must bring ___ own pencil.” Best fill:

• their

• his or her

• they

• them

Multiple Choice

The list of options ___ on the desk.

• are

• is

• were

• have been

Multiple Choice

Two complete related sentences should be connected with:

• Comma only

• Semicolon or period or comma + conjunction

• Colon always

• No punctuation

Multiple Choice

Best pre-test routine to reduce anxiety?

• Cram all night

• Light review, good sleep, planned snack and arrival time

• Skip sleep and practice all morning

• Stay on phone until test starts

Multiple Choice

For a long science passage + multiple figures and one specific question, best order:

• Read entire passage then everything

• Read the question, circle units/IV/DV, then inspect relevant figure

• Do math before reading question

• Skip to last question first

Multiple Choice

If asked “approximate value at x=2.5” and table lists x=2 and x=3, you should:

• Guess randomly

• Interpolate between values or inspect plotted graph carefully

• Use y at x=2 only

• Read abstract for answer

Multiple Choice

ACT does not penalize wrong answers. Best approach when unsure?

• Leave blank

• Make an educated guess after eliminating wrong answers

• Always pick A

• Skip and hope for curve

Multiple Choice

English — comma with introductory clause Q: “After the game ___ we went home.” Best punctuation:

• no comma

• comma after the introductory phrase

• semicolon

• hyphen

Multiple Choice

When a question can be solved by plugging answer choices into the equation, you should:

• Always do full algebra first

• Consider back-substitution from

Multiple Choice

Test day logistics — backup Q: Which backup should you bring?

• Extra approved calculator and spare batteries

• Phone to use as calculator

• Extra snack only

• No backup needed

Multiple Choice

With 2 weeks left, highest ROI study plan?

• Random practice problems

• Two full timed practice tests, targeted drills on weakest sections, and review of common English rules

• Only vocabulary flashcards

• Only math formulas memorization

Multiple Choice

When running out of time on the reading section, what should you do?

• Review every passage again before answering

• Spend extra time on the hardest questions

• Quickly answer remaining questions, guessing if needed

• Leave all unanswered questions blank

Multiple Choice

Which revision corrects the error: “He enjoys music, he listens every day.”?

• No change

• He enjoys music he listens every day.

• He enjoys music; he listens every day.

• He enjoys music, he listens every day?

Multiple Choice

If you notice your calculator is not allowed on test day, what is the best immediate solution?

• Borrow an approved calculator from a friend

• Use your phone as a calculator

• Skip all calculator questions

• Ask the proctor to make an exception

Multiple Choice

When Maya texted Jordan after practice, she said the coach changed the schedule. Choose the clearest option: A) No change B) Maya texted Jordan after practice to say the coach changed the schedule. C) After practice, Maya texted Jordan, and Jordan said the coach changed the schedule. D) After practice, Maya texted Jordan, and Maya said the coach changed the schedule.

• A) No change

• B) Maya texted Jordan after practice to say the coach changed the schedule.

• C) After practice, Maya texted Jordan, and Jordan said the coach changed the schedule.

• D) After practice, Maya texted Jordan, and Maya said the coach changed the schedule.

Multiple Choice

What is the best fix for the sentence: "Zoey loves strategy games, she plays them to relax."?

• A) No change

• B) Zoey loves strategy games; she plays them to relax.

• C) Zoey loves strategy games, and she plays them to relax.

• D) Zoey loves strategy games she plays them to relax.

Multiple Choice

What is the best transition word to fill in the blank: "The team’s first fundraiser failed to meet its goal, __________, they used what they learned and exceeded the goal the second time."

• For instance

• Nevertheless

• Similarly

• Meanwhile

Multiple Choice

Who is "running" in the bad sentence?

• The backpack

• Zoey

• The hallway

• None of the above

Open Ended

Write one example of each: semicolon and colon. Keep it simple.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following options correctly fixes the comma splice in the sentence: "The team finished the project on Friday, they presented their results on Monday"?

• NO CHANGE

• The team finished the project on Friday. They presented their results on Monday.

• The team finished the project on Friday; they presented their results on Monday.

• The team finished the project on Friday and they presented their results on Monday.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct way to fix the sentence: "After practice the players stretched, warmed up, and reviewed the playbook"?

• NO CHANGE

• After practice the players stretched; warmed up; and reviewed the playbook.

• After practice, the players stretched, warmed up and reviewed the playbook.

• After practice the players stretched, warmed up, and reviewed, the playbook.

Multiple Choice

How should the sentence "Maria wanted to study for the test, she decided to go to the library instead" be corrected?

• NO CHANGE

• Maria wanted to study for the test; she decided to go to the library instead.

• Maria wanted to study for the test she decided to go to the library instead.

• Maria wanted to study for the test, and she decided to go to the library instead.

Multiple Choice

Which option correctly fixes the sentence: "The concert lasted three hours, the band played songs from every album"?

• NO CHANGE

• The concert lasted three hours; the band played songs from every album.

• The concert lasted three hours the band played songs from every album.

• The concert lasted three hours, and played songs from every album.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct way to fix the sentence: "Because she practiced daily, she improved quickly, she also gained confidence"?

• NO CHANGE

• Because she practiced daily she improved quickly; she also gained confidence.

• Because she practiced daily, she improved quickly. She also gained confidence.

• Because she practiced daily she improved quickly she also gained confidence.

Multiple Choice

How should the sentence "When Lila called Maya after the concert, she said the tickets sold out" be corrected for clarity?

• NO CHANGE

• When Lila called Maya after the concert, Lila said the tickets sold out.

• When Lila called Maya after the concert, Maya said the tickets sold out.

• After the concert Lila called Maya who said the tickets sold out.

Multiple Choice

Which option correctly fixes the sentence: "The student told the teacher that he needed more time"?

• NO CHANGE

• The student told the teacher that the student needed more time.

• The student told the teacher that the teacher needed more time.

• The student told the teacher he explained needing more time.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct way to fix the sentence: "Jamie asked Alex to sign the form because it was required"?

• NO CHANGE

• Jamie asked Alex to sign the form because Jamie needed proof.

• Jamie asked Alex to sign the form because the form was required.

• Jamie asked Alex to sign the form because he was required.

Multiple Choice

After the meeting, Jordan told Casey that they would revise the schedule. Which option correctly revises the sentence?

• NO CHANGE

• After the meeting, Jordan told Casey that Jordan would revise the schedule.

• After the meeting, Jordan told Casey that Casey would revise the schedule.

• After the meeting, Jordan told Casey to revise the schedule.

Multiple Choice

The author thanked the editor for her helpful suggestions. Which option correctly revises the sentence?

• NO CHANGE

• The author thanked the editor because the author found the suggestions helpful.

• The author thanked the editor because the editor’s suggestions were helpful.

• The author thanked her editor for helpful suggestions.

Multiple Choice

The store closed early; _____, the employees finished their inventory. Which transition word best fits the blank?

• meanwhile

• therefore

• nevertheless

• similarly

Multiple Choice

The weather was cold. _____, the team continued to practice outdoors. Which transition word best fits the blank?

• consequently

• eventually

• however

• previously

Multiple Choice

She forgot to study for the quiz; _____, she still earned an acceptable grade. Which transition word best fits the blank?

• nevertheless

• afterward

• meanwhile

• similarly

Multiple Choice

First they drafted the proposal; _____, they presented it to the committee. Which transition word best fits the blank?

• meanwhile

• subsequently

• however

• nonetheless

Multiple Choice

The restaurant lost power during dinner; _____, customers received discounts for the inconvenience. Which transition word best fits the blank?

• consequently

• meanwhile

• conversely

• similarly

Multiple Choice

Bring three things to the meeting: a pen, a notepad, and questions. Which option correctly revises the sentence?

• NO CHANGE

• Bring three things to the meeting; a pen, a notepad, and questions.

• Bring three things to the meeting, a pen, a notepad, and questions.

• Bring three things to the meeting— a pen, a notepad, and questions.

Multiple Choice

The proposal had one weakness it lacked supporting data. Which option correctly revises the sentence?

• NO CHANGE

• The proposal had one weakness: it lacked supporting data.

• The proposal had one weakness; it lacked supporting data.

• The proposal had one weakness, it lacked supporting data.

Multiple Choice

She prepared for the interview; she practiced common questions and researched the company. Which option correctly revises the sentence?

• NO CHANGE

• She prepared for the interview, she practiced common questions and researched the company.

• She prepared for the interview: she practiced common questions and researched the company.

• She prepared for the interview she practiced common questions and researched the company.

Multiple Choice

The instructions were clear you must submit the form by Friday. Which option correctly revises the sentence?

• NO CHANGE

• The instructions were clear; you must submit the form by Friday.

• The instructions were clear: you must submit the form by Friday.

• The instructions were clear, you must submit the form by Friday.

Multiple Choice

She had studied hard for months; nevertheless, she felt unprepared on test day. Which option correctly revises the sentence?

• NO CHANGE

• She had studied hard for months, nevertheless she felt unprepared.

• She had studied hard for months; she felt unprepared nevertheless.

• She had studied hard for months; she felt unprepared, nevertheless.

Multiple Choice

According to the graph, what is the memory score for 6 hours of sleep?

• 60%

• 75%

• 88%

• 6%

Multiple Choice

Which is the independent variable in this study?

• Memory Score

• Hours of Sleep

• Percent

• Study participants

Multiple Choice

If a question asks “Which unit should be circled?” which unit is relevant for hours of sleep?

• Percent

• Hours

• Score

• Minutes

Multiple Choice

The graph shows an increase in memory score as hours of sleep increase. This trend suggests that hours of sleep and memory score are:

• unrelated

• negatively correlated

• positively correlated

• causally identical

Multiple Choice

If the researcher wanted to compare effects of different study methods while holding sleep constant, which would be the controlled variable?

• Hours of Sleep

• Memory Score

• Study Method

• Sample Size

Multiple Choice

You have 30 minutes for 40 questions. What is the approximate seconds per question?

• 30 seconds

• 45 seconds

• 60 seconds

• 90 seconds

Multiple Choice

If you spend 1 minute 15 seconds per question on a section, how many questions can you answer in 40 minutes?

• 32

• 40

• 48

• 60

Multiple Choice

Which pacing strategy is BEST on a timed section when stuck on a hard question?

• Spend all remaining time to solve it

• Skip and return if time remains

• Randomly guess immediately without marking

• Eliminate one option and stall

Multiple Choice

A five-minute drill trains:

• content knowledge only

• timing and pacing only

• speed and accuracy under time pressure

• calculator usage exclusively

Multiple Choice

To simulate test timing, which practice is most useful?

• Untimed homework sets

• Timed sets with strict time per question

• Reading passages without questions

• Watching video lessons

Multiple Choice

Before test day you should verify your calculator is allowed by checking:

• A random forum

• ACT’s official approved calculator list

• The calculator’s packaging only

• Your school’s social media

Multiple Choice

Which item is required at test check-in?

• Your phone with power on

• Printed admission ticket and photo ID

• Digital screenshot of the ticket only

• Your study notes

Multiple Choice

During supervised breaks, what should you do?

• Use your phone secretly

• Leave the testing room without permission

• Stay in the supervised area and avoid phone use

• Share answers with other students

Multiple Choice

If your calculator model is not on the approved list, what should you do?

• Bring it anyway and hope for the best

• Buy or borrow an approved calculator before test day

• Try to hide it in your bag

• Use your phone calculator during the test

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT part of the best pre-test checklist the night before?

• Confirming test time and location

• Printing the admission ticket and packing photo ID

• Propping your phone to record the test

• Packing approved calculator and snacks

Multiple Choice

What is the correct revision for the sentence: "The committee approved the new policy, however they delayed implementation until next term"?

• NO CHANGE

• The committee approved the new policy; however, they delayed implementation until next term.

• The committee approved the new policy, however; they delayed implementation until next term.

• The committee approved the new policy However they delayed implementation until next term.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct revision for the sentence: "After finishing her homework, the movie began playing on the TV"?

• NO CHANGE

• After finishing her homework, she started the movie on the TV.

• After finishing her homework the movie began to play on the TV.

• After finishing homework, the movie was playing on the TV.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct revision for the sentence: "Neither the coach nor the players was prepared for the sudden storm"?

• NO CHANGE

• Neither the coach nor the players is prepared for the sudden storm.

• Neither the coach nor the players are prepared for the sudden storm.

• Neither the coach nor the players have been prepared for the sudden storm.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct revision for the sentence: "The research paper requires careful analysis, clear organization, and that students cite sources properly"?

• NO CHANGE

• The research paper requires careful analysis, clear organization, and students properly cite sources.

• The research paper requires careful analysis, clear organization, and being students cite sources properly.

• The research paper requires careful analysis, clear organization, and proper citation of sources.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct revision for the sentence: "When Marcus announced the schedule change, Kelly responded that she couldn’t attend because it conflicted with her job"?

• NO CHANGE

• When Marcus announced the schedule change, Kelly responded, she couldn’t attend because it conflicted with her job.

• When Marcus announced the schedule change Kelly responded that she couldn’t attend because it conflicted with her job.

• When Marcus announced the schedule change, Kelly responded that he couldn’t attend because it conflicted with his job.

Multiple Choice

What is the correct revision for the sentence: "The novel’s themes—identity, belonging, and betrayal—are especially apparent in the final chapter"?

• NO CHANGE

• The novel’s themes: identity, belonging, and betrayal are especially apparent in the final chapter.

• The novel’s themes, identity, belonging, and betrayal—are especially apparent in the final chapter.

• The novels themes—identity, belonging, and betrayal—are especially apparent in the final chapter.

Multiple Choice

Which option correctly revises the sentence: "Running through the park, the sudden rain soaked the runners' clothes"?

• NO CHANGE

• Running through the park, the runners' clothes were suddenly soaked by the rain.

• Running through the park, the sudden rain soaked the runners' clothes quickly.

• Running through the park, the runners were suddenly soaked by the rain.

Multiple Choice

Which option correctly revises the sentence: "The committee felt the report was thorough; its recommendations, however, lacked concrete timelines"?

• NO CHANGE

• The committee felt the report was thorough; however its recommendations lacked concrete timelines.

• The committee felt the report was thorough however, its recommendations lacked concrete timelines.

• The committee felt the report was thorough its recommendations; however, lacked concrete timelines.

Multiple Choice

Which option correctly revises the sentence: "She preferred studying with friends, yet she found she learned more when studying alone"?

• NO CHANGE

• She preferred studying with friends yet she found she learned more when studying alone.

• She preferred studying with friends; yet she found she learned more when studying alone.

• She preferred studying with friends; she found, however, she learned more when studying alone.

Multiple Choice

Which option correctly revises the sentence: "The professor asked whether students had completed the assignment before next class"?

• NO CHANGE

• The professor asked whether students have completed the assignment before next class.

• The professor asked whether students had completed the assignment by next class.

• The professor asked whether students had completed the assignment before the next class.

Open Ended

When is "No Change" MOST likely correct? (Give 2 signs.)

Open Ended

Write 3 English rules you'll use on test day. Wrire them out loud.

Poll

How confident do you feel about this topic now?

• Very confident
• Somewhat confident
• Not confident