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Here’s some helpful information on the ACT exam and everything you need to know about the ACT. If you’re applying to college and taking the ACT exam, definitely watch this video.
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Top Test Prep’s summer SAT and ACT prep programs have started. If you’re preparing for the SAT or ACT this summer and need help, our test prep programs can help you improve your scores. Summer test prep doesn’t have to be difficult.
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One of the most frequently asked questions at Top Test Prep is whether a student should take the SAT or ACT.
To answer this question, here are the differences between the SAT and ACT, and reasons why you should take one versus the other.
About the SAT:
The SAT is administered 7 times per year.
The SAT includes three critical reading sections, three math sections, three writing sections and one experimental section.
The SAT math section goes up to basic geometry and algebra II.
There is no science section on the SAT.
The SAT reading section includes sentence completions, short and long critical reading passages, and reading comprehension sections.
There is a penalty for wrong answers!
The highest combined score on the SAT is 2400, and the highest per section for the SAT is 800, including math, reading and writing.
Unless you’re enrolled in the SAT’s “Score Choice”, all of your scores will be reported to colleges.
About the ACT:
The ACT is administered 6 times per year.
The ACT includes four sections, including English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, and an optional writing test.
The ACT math goes no higher than trigonometry.
The ACT science section includes charts and experiments (theoretically, you don’t need a strong science core base before taking the test)
The ACT reading section includes four passages total.
The ACT English focuses on grammar and the ACT writing essay is similar to most standardized tests including the SAT’s essay prompt.
There is no penalty for wrong answers!
The highest combined score on the ACT is 36, and they’re averaged together for a composite score.
You can decide which schools receive your ACT scores.
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In general, we recommend taking the ACT exam over the SAT exam if your approach to problems is more straightforward. The ACT math and other sections are drier compared to the SAT, which requires a bit more reasoning and analysis. However, our SAT tutors know exactly how to give you in-depth strategies for the SAT test, as it does require more analytical thinking. Also, if you do better in school generally without having to work as hard, we always recommend taking the ACT.
We recommend taking the SAT versus the ACT exam if you have fewer issues with time management. The ACT exam requires more endurance, as students are required to do up to 60 questions in a short amount of time. Our ACT tutors can help you better understand the exam, and ways you can prepare.
If you’re unsure whether you should take either or both, you should take both tests. Your scores will likely be similar according to concordance table.
If you need help with SAT prep or ACT prep, give Top Test Prep a call at (800) 501-Prep and we’ll help you improve your scores.
Here’s Top Test Prep’s SAT Vocabulary, Word of the Day -
Facilitate – (verb) make easier;
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Here’s Top Test Prep’s SAT Vocabulary, Word of the Day -
Effervescent – adj. marked by high spirits or excitement; bubbly and engaging
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As a leading test prep provider, Top Test Prep offers SAT prep and ACT prep courses for high schools. In addition, Top Test Prep has college readiness programs which allow schools to expand their current curricula and improve their students’ state testing standards.
Call us today at (800) 501-PREP or go to our contact page to request more information on our SAT, ACT courses or college readiness (ARRA) and “Race to the Top” programs.
Here’s specific information on these SAT, ACT courses and college readiness programs:
There are several ways you can improve your SAT or ACT scores. At Top Test Prep, we have improved SAT and ACT scores by isolating the following common issues: timing and test anxiety. We’ve found ways to help you prepare for these exams and battle these major issues.
How to Improve your SAT or ACT scores:
(A) Timing: The biggest that most students have for either exams is timing. Learning how to pace yourself for these exams is crucial. One recommended strategy to use for the SAT and ACT exams is to take practice tests in real, timed conditions. Often times students take “practice” SAT/ACT exams in pieces instead of in their whole parts. First, always take the exams at the same time and day of the actual exam. If you’re taking these SAT/ACT exams on a Saturday at 10am, I would highly encourage you to do all of your practice exams during the same time period. In addition, if you’re having trouble keeping pace with the time allotted – usually 20 to 25 minutes for the SAT and 35 to 60 minute section on the ACT – try taking the exam under faster conditions. Both strategies will give you an advantage over other students.
(B) Exam Anxiety: Taking these exams could be the biggest day of your life. You are bound to be nervous and anxious to complete the exams so that you can move on to bigger and better things like college.
I would recommend you do the following before exam day to calm your test exam anxiety: (1) Don’t try to rush your studying to the last minute. Instead, complete your test prep studying a full day prior to exam day. This will give you some time to relax and not worry as much. (2) Don’t have too much caffeine before the exam. Drinking too much coffee might off-set your heart rate and could cause you unnecessary anxiety. (3) On test day, if you can get up early enough, go for a quick jog in the morning. A short 20 minute jog will get the blood flowing in your body and will allow oxygen to travel with it. Exercise can help you perform better on the exams, and will keep you happier.
Overall, if you can conquer both SAT/ACT exam timing issues and anxiety, you’re half way through the battle of improving your test scores. Our SAT tutors and SAT prep program can help you, as well as our ACT tutors and ACT prep programs.
Give us a call at (800) 501-PREP if you have more questions.
Best regards,
Ross Blankenship
President, Top Test Prep
