ACT Prep Reading

Each sections of the reading test can contain what number of passages? Check all that apply.

• long prose passage

• shorter prose passages

• long and short prose passage

• really short prose passages

True or False. In close reading you will need to be able to paraphrase statements.

• true

• false

True or False. For the reading test, you will not need to infer the theme of a passage.

• true

• false

You will need to be able to analyze the structure of a passage.

• True

• False

True or False. The author's or narrator's purpose is of little concern on the reading test.

• True

• False

What two things will you need to identify on the reading test in regards to arguments?

• claims

• conclusions

• word choice

• reasons

How many minutes are given on the Reading ACT?

Which of the following is a primary skill tested in the ACT Reading section?

• Identifying mathematical patterns

• Analyzing scientific data

• Understanding and interpreting written passages

• Solving complex equations

True or False. The ACT Reading section includes questions on vocabulary in context.

• True

• False

What is the main purpose of the ACT Reading test?

• To assess mathematical reasoning

• To evaluate reading comprehension and analysis

• To test scientific knowledge

• To measure writing skills