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How to beat the ACT English

How to beat the ACT English

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Grammar rules matter more than what sounds right, and the shortest of several correct options wins. Prompted questions demand exactly what's asked.

ACT English - How to use Commas

ACT English - How to use Commas

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Covers four comma rules: separating list items, dividing dependent from independent clauses, joining two independent clauses with a conjunction, and setting off an appositive phrase that can be removed while leaving a complete sentence.

How to beat ACT Math section

How to beat ACT Math section

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Strategies for 60 questions in 60 minutes include eliminating impossible answers, using a calculator to test equation choices against a table, and budgeting time to attempt the harder final questions.

How to beat the ACT Reading section

How to beat the ACT Reading section

2:19

Strategies include annotating thoughts in narrative passages, reading lines only once, and spotting choices that echo passage wording but lack evidence.

How to beat the ACT Science section

How to beat the ACT Science section

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Save time on science passages by reading only what each question needs, with a tactic for each format: data representation, research summaries and conflicting viewpoints.

How to use semicolons (ACT English)

How to use semicolons (ACT English)

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Semicolons connect two independent clauses, each a complete thought that could stand alone as its own sentence, unlike a dependent clause. They can also separate items in a list when those items already contain commas.

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Demystifying Desmos: Best practices for the SAT and ACT

Unlock SAT and ACT success with Desmos! Discover expert tips to master math problems effortlessly and boost your scores with this powerful tool.

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What’s new in the Enhanced ACT?

Discover the key updates in the latest version of the ACT and how they affect scoring, time management, and preparation strategies.

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What are ESAs, and does your state offer them?

Learn how education savings accounts (ESAs) work and whether your state offers these money-saving programs for tuition, tutoring, and test prep.

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How to choose between the SAT, ACT, and CLT exams

Learn the inside scoop on the most popular college admissions exams and how choosing the right one can maximize your acceptance odds.

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PSAT vs SAT: What to know

Discover the key differences between the PSAT and SAT, including purpose, structure, timing, and how each impacts college admissions and scholarships.

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Major schools scrap supplemental essay requirements: What you need to know

Find out which schools are removing or reducing supplementary essay requirements for undergraduate admissions, as well as other application trends for the 2026-27 cycle.

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