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ACT Prep Book: ACT Secrets Study Guide: Complete Review, Practice Test, Video Tutorials for the ACT Test

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Mometrix Media LLC
Year
2017
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English
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Study Guide
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Mometrix Test Preparation's ACT Prep Book: ACT Secrets Study Guide is the ideal prep solution for anyone who wants to pass their ACT Test. The exam is extremely challenging, and thorough test preparation is essential for success. Our study guide includes:

  • Practice test questions with detailed answer explanations
  • Step-by-step video tutorials to help you master difficult concepts
  • Tips and strategies to help you get your best test performance
  • A complete review of all ACT test sections
  • English Test
  • Math Test
  • Reading Test
  • Science Reasoning Test
  • Writing Test

ACTยฎ is the registered trademark of ACT, Inc. Mometrix Test Preparation has no affiliation with ACT, Inc., and this product is not approved or endorsed by ACT, Inc.

The Mometrix guide is filled with the critical information you will need in order to do well on your ACT exam: the concepts, procedures, principles, and vocabulary that the ACT, Inc. expects you to have mastered before sitting for your exam.

The English Test section covers:

  • Parallelism
  • Grammar Type
  • Punctuation
  • Tense
  • Added Phrases and Word Confusion
  • Commas, Hyphens, Semicolons
  • Parentheses, Colon, Apostrophes

The Math Test section covers:

  • Pre-Algebra
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Trigonometry

The Reading Test section covers:

  • Comprehension Skills
  • Purposes for Writing
  • Types of Passages
  • Responding to Literature
  • Literary Genres

The Science Reasoning Test section covers:

  • Four Types of Passages
  • Four Types of Questions
  • Answer Choice Elimination Techniques
  • Time Management
  • Highly Technical Questions
  • Experiment Passages

The Writing Test section covers:

  • Brainstorm
  • Strength through Diversity
  • Pick a Main Idea
  • Create a Logical Flow
  • Check Your Work

...and much more!

Our guide is full of specific and detailed information that will be key to passing your exam. Concepts and principles aren't simply named or described in passing, but are explained in detail. The Mometrix ACT study guide is laid out in a logical and organized fashion so that one section naturally flows from the one preceding it. Because it's written with an eye for both technical accuracy and accessibility, you will not have to worry about getting lost in dense academic language.

Any test prep guide is only as good as its practice questions and answer explanations, and that's another area where our guide stands out. The Mometrix test prep team has provided plenty of ACT practice test questions to prepare you for what to expect on the actual exam. Each answer is explained in depth, in order to make the principles and reasoning behind it crystal clear.

Many concepts include links to online review videos where you can watch our instructors break down the topics so the material can be quickly grasped. Examples are worked step-by-step so you see exactly what to do.

We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pass standardized tests and achieve their education and career goals. We've done this by setting high standards for Mometrix Test Preparation guides, and our ACT Prep Book: ACT Secrets Study Guide is no exception. It's an excellent investment in your future. Get the ACT review you need to be successful on your exam.

โœฆ Table of Contents


Introduction
Secret Key #1 โ€“ Plan Big, Study Small
Secret Key #2 โ€“ Make Your Studying Count
Secret Key #3 โ€“ Practice the Right Way
Untimed and Open-Book Practice
Timed and Open-Book Practice
Timed and Closed-Book Practice
Secret Key #4 โ€“ Pace Yourself
Secret Key #5 โ€“ Have a Plan for Guessing
Test-Taking Strategies
Read Carefully
Contextual Clues
Prefixes
Hedge Words
Switchback Words
Face Value
Answer Selection
Answer Choice Families
Eliminate Answers
Avoid Fact Traps
Extreme Statements
Benchmark
Predict the Answer
Tough Questions
Check Your Work
Pace Yourself
Donโ€™t Rush
Keep Moving
The English Test
Overview
Topic Development
Understanding the Assignment
Purposes of Writing
Precise Language
Read the excerpt and analyze the language.
Organization, Unity, and Cohesion
Practice Makes Prepared Writers
Point of View
Brainstorming
Free Writing
Revisions
Recursive Writing Process
Introduction
Thesis Statement
Supporting the Thesis
Paragraphs
Methods of Developing Paragraphs
Types of Paragraphs
Conclusion
Paragraph Length
Coherent Paragraphs
Transitions
Transitional Words
Link Similar Ideas
Link Dissimilar or Contradictory Ideas
Indicate Cause, Purpose, or Result
Indicate Time or Position
Knowledge of Language
Context Clues
Synonyms and Antonyms
Description
Level of Formality
Clichรฉs
Examples
Jargon
Examples
Slang
Examples
Colloquialism
Examples
Conventions of Standard English
The Eight Parts of Speech
Nouns
Pronouns
Verbs
Transitive and Intransitive Verbs
Action Verbs and Linking Verbs
Voice
Verb Tenses
Conjugating Verbs
Mood
Adjectives
Articles
Comparison with Adjectives
Adverbs
Comparison with Adverbs
Prepositions
Conjunctions
Coordinating Conjunctions
Correlative Conjunctions
Subordinating Conjunctions
Interjections
Punctuation
End Punctuation
Periods
Declarative Sentence
Imperative Sentence
Periods for Abbreviations
Question Marks
Exclamation Marks
Commas
Semicolons
Colons
Parentheses
Quotation Marks
Apostrophes
Hyphens
Dashes
Ellipsis Marks
Brackets
Improving Sentences
Capitalization
Subjects and Predicates
Subjects
Predicates
Subject-Verb Agreement
Number Agreement Examples:
Person Agreement Examples:
Problems with Subject-Verb Agreement
Words Between Subject and Verb
Compound Subjects
Subjects Joined by Or and Nor
Indefinite Pronouns: Either, Neither, and Each
The Adjective Every and Compounds: Everybody, Everyone, Anybody, Anyone
Collective Nouns
Who, Which, and That as Subjects
Plural Form and Singular Meaning
Complements
Direct Objects
Indirect Objects
Pronoun Usage
Clauses
Types of Dependent Clauses
Phrases
Verbals and Verbal Phrases
Participles
Gerunds
Infinitives
Appositive Phrases
Absolute Phrases
Modes of Sentence Patterns
Types of Sentences
Sentence Structures
Sentence Fragments
Run-on Sentences
Dangling and Misplaced Modifiers
Dangling Modifiers
Misplaced Modifiers
Split Infinitives
Double Negatives
Parallelism and Subordination
Parallelism
Subordination
Word Confusion
Homophones
To, Too, and Two
There, Their, and Theyโ€™re
Knew and New
Its and Itโ€™s
Your and Youโ€™re
Affect and Effect
Homographs
Bank
Content
Fine
Incense
Lead
Object
Produce
Refuse
Subject
Tear
The Math Test
Number and Quantity
Place Value
Write the place value of each digit in the following number: 14,059.826
Writing Numbers in Word Form
Write each number in words.
Write each decimal in words.
The Number Line
Rational Numbers from Least to Greatest
Rational Numbers from Greatest to Least
Fractions
Proper Fractions and Mixed Numbers
Common Denominators with Fractions
Decimals
Decimal Illustration
Use a model to represent the decimal: 0.24. Write 0.24 as a fraction.
Percentages
Converting Percentages, Fractions, and Decimals
Operations
Addition and Subtraction
Multiplication and Division
Order of Operations
Parentheses
Exponents
Absolute Value
Operations with Positive and Negative Numbers
Addition
Subtraction
Multiplication
Division
Operations with Decimals
Adding and Subtracting Decimals
Multiplying Decimals
Dividing Decimals
Operations with Fractions
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Multiplying Fractions
Dividing Fractions
Factors and Multiples
Ratios
Proportions and Cross Products
Roots and Square Roots
Coefficients and the Distributive Property
Coefficients
Distributive Property
Other Properties
Scientific Notation
Addition and Subtraction
Multiplication
Division
Algebra
Matrices
Matrix Basics
Addition and Subtraction with Matrices
Scalar Operations
Matrix Addition and Subtraction
Polynomial Algebra
Add Polynomials
Subtract Polynomials
Multiply Polynomials
Divide Polynomials
Factor a Polynomial
Example
Rational Expressions
Add or Subtract with Rational Expressions
Multiplication with Rational Expressions
Division with Rational Expressions
Solving Quadratic Equations
Inequalities
Graphing and Solving Inequalities
Example 1
Example 2
Other Inequalities
Important Concepts
Substitute an Integer
Polynomial Expressions
Linear Expressions
Rational Expressions
Writing an Expression from Word-to-Symbol
Inequalities
Rational Expressions
Polynomial Expressions
Solve Equations in One Variable
Manipulating Equations
Example
Solving One Variable Linear Equations
Systems of Equations
Functions
Function Notation
Determining a Function
Finding the Domain of the Function
A function is given in the table below. How can you find the domain of the function?
Finding the Domain of a Function from a Graph
Special Cases
Finding the Range of a Function
A function is given in the table below. How can you find the range of the function?
Function and Relation
Graphing a Function
Graphs of Linear and Quadratic Functions
Example
Writing a Function Rule Using a Table
Example
Relative Maximum and Relative Minimum
Finding a Relative Maximum or Minimum from a Graph
Periodic Functions
Symmetrical Functions
Functionโ€™s End Behavior
Comparing Properties of Functions
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Writing Recursively Defined Functions
Situations Modeled by Arithmetic Sequences
Situations Modeled by Geometric Sequences
Identifying the Zeros of Functions and Polynomial
Linear Factors of a Quadratic Expression and the Zeros of a Related Function
Finding the Zeros of a Function
Zeros of a Quadratic Function
Factor a Quadratic Expression to Find the Zeros of a Function
Zeros of a Polynomial with Cubics and Higher Polynomials
Graphing a Polynomial
Rate of Change of a Function
Table
Algebraic
Estimate from a Graph
Geometry
Lines and Planes
Coordinate Plane
Calculations Using Points
Transformation
Rotation
Reflection
Translation
Dilation
Angles
Triangles
Triangle Terminology
Similarity and Congruence Rules
General Rules for Triangles
Pythagorean Theorem
Trigonometric Formulas
Polygons
Circles
Area and Circumference of a Circle
Find the radius of a circle
Find the radius of a circle
Other Conic Sections
Area and Perimeter Formulas: Polygons
Triangle
Find the side of a triangle
Find the height or the area of the base
Square
Find the side of a square
Find the side of a square
Rectangle
Find the width or length of a rectangle
Find the width or length of a rectangle
Parallelogram
Find the length of the base or the height of a parallelogram
Find the missing side of a parallelogram
Trapezoid
Find the height of a trapezoid
Find a base of a trapezoid
Find the missing side of a trapezoid
Volume and Surface Area
Sphere
Find the radius of a sphere
Find the radius of a sphere
Rectangular Prism
Find the length, width, or height of a rectangular prism
Find the length, width, or height of a rectangular prism
Cube
Find the side of a cube
Find the side of a cube
Cylinder
Find the height of a cylinder
Find the radius of a cylinder
Find the height of a cylinder
Find the radius of a cylinder
Pyramid
Find the area of the base or the height of a pyramid
Find the area of the base, the perimeter of the base, or the height
Cone
Find the radius or height of a cone
Find the radius of a cone
Find the slant height of a cone
Geometry Modeling
Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
Data Analysis, Probability, and Statistics
Statistics
Measures of Central Tendency
Measures of Dispersion
Probability
Conditional Probability
Common Charts and Graphs
Shape of Data Distribution
Symmetry and Skewness
Unimodal vs. Bimodal
Uniformity
Outlier
The Reading Test
Key Ideas and Details
Summarizing a Complex Text
Summarize
Paraphrase
Identifying the Logical Conclusion
Directly Stated Information
Inferences
Implications
Topics, Main Ideas, and Supporting Details
Topics and Main Ideas
Supporting Details
Topic and Summary Sentences
Events in a Sequence
Cause and Effect
Comparing Ideas
Contrasting Ideas
Themes in Print and Other Sources
Similar Themes across Cultures
Differences in Addressing Themes in Various Cultures and Genres
Craft and Structure
Word Meaning from Context
Figurative Language
Metaphor
Simile
Personification
Denotative Meaning of Words
Structure of Texts
Problem-Solution Text Structure
Descriptive Text
Comparison and Contrast
Cause and Effect
Types of Passages
Narrative Passage
Expository Passage
Technical Passage
Persuasive Passage
Identifying an Authorโ€™s Position
Purpose
Persuasive Writing
Informative Texts
Entertaining Texts
Expression of Feelings
Point of View
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
Fact and Opinion
Biases and Stereotypes
Evaluating an Argument
Evidence
Credibility
Appeal to Emotion
Counter Arguments
Primary Sources and Internet Sources
Primary Sources
Internet Sources
Making Predictions and Drawing Conclusions
Predictions
Foreshadowing
Drawing Conclusions
The Science Test
Life Science
Functions for Life and Energy
Cellular Respiration
Photosynthesis
Homeostasis
Cell Structure
Nuclear Parts of a Cell
Other Parts of a Cell
Cell Cycle
Cell Division
Mitosis
Meiosis
Important Vocabulary
Genetics
DNA
DNA Structure
Mendelian Genetics
Mendelโ€™s Laws
Non-Mendelian Terms
Evolution
Three Types of Evolution
Theories of Evolution
Natural Selection
Gradualism
Punctuated Equilibrium
Chemistry
States of Matter
The Atom
Atomic Number and Atomic Mass
Electrons
Physical and Chemical Properties
Properties of Water
Vocabulary
Earth and Space Science
Astronomy
Galaxies
Stars
Solar System
Earthโ€™s Atmosphere
Atmospheric Layers
Layers of Earth
Geology
Water Cycle
Human Affairs and the Environment
Ecosystems
Greenhouse Effect
Global Warming
Physics
Newtonโ€™s Laws
First Law
Second Law
Third Law
Gravitational Force
Work
Machines
Simple Machines
Thermodynamics
Electricity and Magnetism
Electric Charge
Current
Voltage
Magnetism
Interpretation of Data
Metric System
S.I. Units of Measurement
Metric Prefixes for Multiples and Subdivisions
Line Graph
Bar Graph
Pie Chart
Scientific Investigation
Lab Glassware
Graduated Cylinders and Burettes
Flasks, Beakers, and Pipettes
Balances
Scientific Inquiry
Scientific Method
Experimental Design
Controls
Variables
Events and Objects
Events
Scale
Evaluation of Models
Review a Scientific Explanation with Logic and Evidence
Data Collection
Scientific Process Skills
Scientific Statements
The Writing Test
Overview of Writing
Brainstorm
Strength through Different Viewpoints
Start Your Engines
Donโ€™t Panic
The Short Overview
Practice Test
English
Mathematics
Reading
Science
Answer Key and Explanations
English
Mathematics
Reading
Science
Appendix A: Time Statistics for the ACT
Appendix B: SAT/ACT Equivalency Table
Appendix C: Area, Volume, Surface Area Formulas
How to Overcome Test Anxiety
Causes of Test Anxiety
Elements of Test Anxiety
Effects of Test Anxiety
Physical Steps for Beating Test Anxiety
Mental Steps for Beating Test Anxiety
Study Strategy
Step 1: Scope Out the Test
Step 2: Map Out the Material
Step 3: Gather Your Tools
Step 4: Create Your Environment
Step 5: Study!
Step 6: Take a practice test
Test Tips
Important Qualification
How to Overcome Your Fear of Math
False Beliefs
Math Strategies
Teaching Tips
Self-Check
Thank You
Additional Bonus Material


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