ACT

A comprehensive study of the ACT covering fundamental concepts and advanced applications.

Understanding the ACT StructureCore English ConceptsMath FundamentalsReading Comprehension Essentials
Advanced Math ApplicationsAnalyzing Scientific DataCritical Thinking in Reading and Writing
Applying ACT Math to Everyday LifeCommunication Skills Beyond the TestScientific Thinking in the Real World
Effective Time ManagementSmart Guessing and Eliminating ChoicesActive Reading for High Scores
Understanding the AC...Core English Concept...Math FundamentalsReading Comprehensio...Advanced Math Applic...Analyzing Scientific...Critical Thinking in...Applying ACT Math to...Communication Skills...Scientific Thinking ...Effective Time Manag...Smart Guessing and E...Active Reading for H...
Basic Concepts

Reading Comprehension Essentials

Sharpen Your Reading Skills

The Reading section of the ACT measures how well you can read, understand, and analyze written passages.

What’s Tested?

  • Main Idea: Grasping the central point of a passage.
  • Details: Identifying key facts and evidence.
  • Inference: Reading between the lines for implied meaning.
  • Comparisons: Understanding relationships between ideas or characters.

Reading Strategies

Skimming for main ideas, noting keywords, and eliminating wrong answers are techniques that can boost your score.

Real-Life Impact

Strong reading skills help you process information quickly—useful for everything from reading news articles to understanding instructions.

Examples

  • Identifying the author’s tone in a novel excerpt.

  • Comparing two scientists’ viewpoints in a science article.

In a Nutshell

Develop strategies to quickly and accurately understand ACT reading passages.

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