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Roshni
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Roshni
BA Virginia Commonwealth University
6+ Years Tutoring

Roshni's 35 ACT composite and eight months of teaching grammar and writing to students ages 5 through 18 gave her an unusually clear sense of where punctuation and usage rules break down for different learners. She zeroes in on the conventions the English section actually rewards — apostrophe placement, transition logic, and conciseness — and builds speed by having students practice editing full passages under timed conditions. Rated 4.9 by students.

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Emma
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Emma
BA Virginia Commonwealth University
8+ Years Tutoring

I am a sophomore electrical engineering student and member of the honors college at Virginia Commonwealth University. I recently graduated from Maggie L. Walker Governor's School in June of 2017. I have a passion for mathematics, especially calculus, and am excited to share my knowledge with others.

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Devan
BA University of Virginia-Main Campus
7+ Years Tutoring

I am a student at the University of Virginia majoring in Commerce. I have a passion for statistics, mathematics, and teaching others.

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Karen
BA University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am ready to help all students by answering their questions and frequently addressing some questions to them....

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Zeke
BA University of Virginia-Main Campus
7+ Years Tutoring

Most ACT English questions test the same dozen grammar and rhetoric rules over and over: comma splices, subject-verb agreement, transitions, relevance. Zeke drills students on recognizing these patterns quickly so they can move through the 75 questions with time to spare. His own 34 composite came partly from treating this section as the easiest place to pick up points with targeted practice.

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Kyle
MS Duquesne University • BA Xavier University
1+ Years Tutoring

Kyle's philosophy training — where every sentence has to be airtight and every word earns its place — built the exact editing instincts the ACT English section rewards, particularly on conciseness and rhetorical strategy questions that punish vague or bloated phrasing. His 32 ACT composite and interdisciplinary background across history, political science, and psychology mean he's comfortable unpacking the varied passage topics the test throws at students, so they spend less time confused by content and more time applying grammar rules. Rated 4.7 by students.

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Raksha
Current Undergrad, biochemistry and psychology University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
10+ Years Tutoring

Raksha's biochemistry and psychology double major means she writes across two very different disciplines daily — lab reports demanding clinical precision and psych papers requiring nuanced argumentation — which builds the kind of flexible editing instinct the ACT English section rewards. She scored a 35 ACT composite and uses that cross-disciplinary writing background to teach the rhetorical strategy questions where students need to judge tone, purpose, and conciseness rather than just spot grammar errors.

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Anmol
BA Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
9+ Years Tutoring

Most ACT English questions test the same handful of grammar and rhetoric rules over and over — comma usage, pronoun agreement, sentence placement, conciseness. Anmol teaches students to recognize these patterns by category so they can move through the section efficiently. His 33 composite ACT score and 5.0 tutoring rating speak to how well this approach translates to real score gains.

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Taylor
BA Virginia Commonwealth University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a lead preschool teacher. I received my Bachelor's in Psychology from VCU and am looking to return to school to further my education. While in college, I worked as a Supplemental Instruction leader, teaching general biology and anatomy. I have also worked in an after school program with elementary age children, but I have my fondest memories volunteering as a counselor for Camp Kesem. In my own experience, I loved school and now I love teaching even more at all age levels! I especially enjoy the challenge of getting creative to discover what approach and mediums work best for each student. I am available for in person as well as online tutoring.

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Monika
Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering Virginia Commonwealth University
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm currently a Junior at VCU. My major is Biology and I'm minoring in Chemistry and Mathematics. In addition, I'm also on the pre-med track, so I have taken many science classes!

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Julian
Current Undergrad Student, Mechanical Engineering University of Virginia-Main Campus
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm Julian and I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Virginia. I have been there before. Repeatedly, there are moments where I do not understand a certain subject and I am in need of assistance. Even the most notable scholars need help at some point in their lifetime. For this reason, I'd like to repay the favor and help other students in need. More people than I can count have been there to help me and I would like to do the same with other students. To do this, I will tutor with an engaging and interactive environment. When assisting students, I like to go beyond explicit instructions. I strive for the student to fully understand the processes that we cover so that it sticks in the student's mind more effectively. Subsequently, I believe it is important to continue practicing the content individually. The main goal is to instill long term confidence in the student that surpasses what is being taught.

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Jessica
BA University
7+ Years Tutoring

Scoring a 33 ACT composite, Jessica knows the English section rewards students who can hear when a sentence sounds wrong and then name the specific rule behind it. She teaches the handful of grammar and rhetorical strategy concepts that account for the majority of questions — misplaced modifiers, transition logic, redundancy, and tone consistency. Once students learn to spot these patterns, the section becomes one of the fastest to improve on.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ACT English section tests your ability to recognize and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and rhetoric across five passages. You'll have 45 minutes to answer 75 questions, which means working quickly while maintaining accuracy. The section focuses on practical writing skills—things like subject-verb agreement, comma usage, wordiness, and logical organization—rather than memorizing grammar rules.

With 45 minutes for five passages, you should aim to spend about 8-9 minutes per passage, including reading and answering all 15 questions. Many students find it helpful to read the passage quickly first, then tackle questions in order since they often follow the passage's structure. Practicing with timed drills helps you develop a rhythm so you're not rushed or leaving questions blank.

Students often struggle with comma rules, misplaced modifiers, and recognizing when a sentence is actually correct (a surprisingly common trap). Pacing is another major issue—rushing through passages leads to careless errors on questions you actually know how to answer. Many test-takers also miss rhetorical questions that ask about tone, audience, or organization because they're focused solely on grammar.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort, but most students see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of focused preparation. If you're scoring in the 18-24 range, improvements of 3-5 points are realistic with consistent practice and targeted instruction on your weak areas. Students who already score 28+ typically see smaller gains, but even 1-2 points can matter for competitive college admissions.

Taking a full practice test under timed conditions is the best way to see which question types trip you up most—whether that's punctuation, sentence structure, rhetorical questions, or something else. After scoring, review each wrong answer to understand not just what the correct answer is, but why you missed it. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can analyze your practice tests and create a personalized study plan targeting your specific gaps.

Consistent, focused practice works better than cramming—aim for 3-4 study sessions per week, each lasting 45 minutes to an hour. This schedule gives you time to work through practice passages, review mistakes, and reinforce what you've learned without burning out. If you're working with a tutor, weekly or bi-weekly sessions paired with independent practice between meetings typically produces the best results.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or unsure of your strategy—both things tutoring addresses directly. Practice under timed conditions repeatedly so the test format feels familiar and less intimidating. During the actual test, if you hit a tough question, skip it and move on rather than spiraling; you can return to it if time allows. Building confidence through targeted practice is one of the most effective ways to reduce anxiety on test day.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in ACT English and understand the specific challenges Virginia Beach students face. You can get matched with a tutor who fits your schedule and learning style, whether you need help with grammar fundamentals, test-taking strategy, or full-length practice. Start by telling us about your current score, goals, and availability—we'll handle the rest.

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