Effective Strategies for ACT Reading Success

Michael Chain explains the best strategy for the ACT reading test, emphasizing a three-step approach: reading the passage to understand main ideas, answering questions efficiently, and managing time effectively. He advises against taking notes in the margins and stresses the importance of having a game plan to maximize time and improve scores.

Why is it important to have a good strategy for the ACT reading test?

• It helps you finish the test faster.

• It ensures you understand every detail of the passage.

• It prevents you from making careless mistakes.

• It can improve your overall performance and score.

What should you focus on when reading the prose fiction passage for the first time?

• The main characters and their relationships.

• The historical context of the passage.

• The specific details of each paragraph.

• The author's writing style.

How much time should you spend on your first read-through of the passage?

• 5 minutes

• 3 minutes and 30 seconds

• 2 minutes

• 1 minute

Why is it not recommended to start with the questions before reading the passage?

• It ensures you remember every detail.

• It helps you understand the passage better.

• It can be more time-consuming.

• It allows you to take notes on the margins.

What should you do if you can answer a question confidently without looking back at the passage?

• Look back at the passage to confirm.

• Answer it immediately.

• Ask for help.

• Skip the question.

What should you do with 'accept' or 'not' questions?

• Look back at the passage immediately.

• Guess the answer.

• Skip them for later.

• Answer them first.

What is the recommended time limit for answering all questions about a passage?

• 6 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 8 minutes

Why should you transfer all your answers to the answer sheet at once?

• To ensure you answer every question.

• To save time.

• To avoid mistakes.

• To check your answers.

What should you do if you need to guess on any questions to meet the time limit?

• Skip the question.

• Leave them blank.

• Ask for extra time.

• Guess and circle the question to come back to it later.

What is the main goal for the ACT reading test according to the video?

• To answer only the easy questions.

• To maximize every single minute you have.

• To read every passage thoroughly.

• To finish the test as quickly as possible.