ACT Reading 2

Question 1

On the ACT Reading test, how many passages are presented in the standard format?

Accepted Answer

Four passages

Answer

The ACT Reading test contains four passages, one per genre.

Question 2

A question asks for the 'main idea' of a passage. What should your answer reflect?

Accepted Answer

The central point the whole passage develops

Answer

Main-idea answers must capture the overall central point, not a narrow detail.

Question 3

When a Reading question cites specific line numbers, the best strategy is to:

Accepted Answer

Read the referenced lines plus surrounding context

Answer

Reading around the cited lines provides the context needed for accuracy.

Question 4

An 'inference' question on the ACT Reading test asks you to:

Accepted Answer

Draw a logical conclusion supported by the text

Answer

Inference questions require conclusions logically grounded in the passage's evidence.

Question 5

Roughly how much time should you budget per passage to finish the Reading section on time?

Accepted Answer

About 8.75 minutes

Answer

With 35 minutes for four passages, that is roughly 8 to 9 minutes each.

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