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WorksheetsACT Prep Quiz #1
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 19mins
Of all the animals at the zoo, the polar bear cub was my favorite.
Which of the following alternative to the underlined portion would be LEAST acceptable?
my very favorite.
my totally favorite.
my absolute favorite.
the one I loved best.
I grabbed the dictionary off the shelf to settle the argument once and for all.
Which of the following alternatives to the underlined portion would be LEAST acceptable?
from
down
down from
down off of
Math: 60% of 30 is what number?
The (a) passages on the ACT are arranged in the following order:
1. Literary Narrative
2. Social Science
3. Humanities
4. Natural Science.
You need to look for different information, depending on the passage. One of these passages will be a double passage labeled Passage A and Passage B.
There are two basic types of questions in the (a) passage.
1. Simple word match --- look for the words in the passage to find the answer.
2. Define the viewpoint---these require a bit of inferential thinking. Remember to be logical and straightforward. Determine the differences and similarities between the viewpoints.
Reading Strategy:
What strategy should you NOT utilize when taking the Reading portion of the ACT?
Read all the answer choices before referring back to the passage and try to eliminate obvious incorrect answers.
Use your hand to skim the passage. Place your hand on a paragraph and move it down as you look for key words.
Place your pencil on the passage (even n the screen) and move it down the lines, looking for key words from the question.
Use extra time to find the correct answer for difficult questions.
[1] They didn't realize I was the teacher until I wrote my name on the board. [2] I walked away from my first day of teaching college with a big smile on my face. [3] I was young, so the kids thought I was another student at first. [4] Once we all got over the shock, the discussion went wonderfully. [5] I was almost shaking when I walked in the door.
What is the most logical order for the sentences in this paragraph?
The order they are in now.
1, 3, 5, 2, 4
5, 3, 1, 4, 2
2, 5, 1, 3, 4
Motion problems should be solved using the correct distance formula: distance = (rate)(time)
If Michelle drives her car at 50 mph, how long will she take to travel 300 miles?
(a)
For the trig equations y=Asin(Bx) or y=Acos (Bx) the amplitude is ∣A∣ and the period is ∣B∣2π radians or (∣B∣360°) . Find the amplitude of y =3sin(2x) .
(a)
Whichever dog you choose, make sure it is housebroken.
Which of the following alternatives to the underlined portion would NOT be acceptable?
However
Whatever
No matter which
Even if it is a rambunctious
Math Strategy: Please label each step in the order of operations.
If a question does not refer to specific charts, graphs, or tables, use the _____ to help guide you.
Each science question will provide a hint or two for you to follow. If possible, let the question guide you to the correct location of information. If the question is not clear on where to look, use the ______ to help guide you.
(a)
Which of the following is NOT one of the three-steps in the three-step approach to answering the reading questions of the ACT?
Highlight the Passage
Read the Question
Read through the four answer choices, looking for obvious incorrect answers (often, there are two).
Read the remaining two choices, looking for an incorrect word or idea in one of the answers. Eliminate that choice. The remaining answer is correct.
Science Strategy: What is the only science passage that must be read in order to find the answers?
(a)
Science Strategy: For the opposing views passage, it is imperative to use an effective reading strategy on this passage.
1. Skim: Skim the introductory paragraph, finding the topic.
2. First view: Quickly but actively read the first viewpoint, taking mental notes of the main idea and supporting information.
3. Second view: Do the same as you did for the first view, but pay special attention to the differences from the first view.
4. Questions: Read through the questions. Look back to the viewpoints when you need to, using as much logic as possible.
Yes, I understand this strategy and feel comfortable utilizing it.
No, I don't understand this strategy and do not feel comfortable using it.
Yes, I understand this strategy, but I don't feel like I will use it during the ACT.
Everybody, get in the boat!
Which of the following alternatives to the underlined portion would NOT be acceptable?
on
at
into
aboard
The most beautiful flowers I'd ever seen greeted my eye as I entered.
Which of the following phrases best illustrates the variety of flowers found in the garden?
NO CHANGE
More types of flowers than I could name
Crocuses, zinnias, lilacs, and forget-me-nots
My very favorite flowers, orchids,
Deep down, we knew it was a matter of time before all the koalas in the laboratory developed super-intelligence and started only beating us at crossword puzzles.
The most logical placement for the underlined portion would be ...
where it is now.
after the word we.
after the word was.
after the word developed.
What is the Greatest Common Factor of 8 and 12?
(a)
What is the Least Common Multiple of 4 and 6?
(a)
