Hey there! The ACT Reading section tends to be my weakest point. Can anyone share some practice strategies they've used for improving speed and comprehension? Any help would be appreciated!
Hey! I completely understand the struggle with the ACT Reading section. Here are a few strategies that could help you improve your speed and comprehension:
1. Skim the passage: Start by quickly skimming the passage to get a general idea of what it's about. Pay attention to the first and last sentences of each paragraph as they usually provide the overall point.
2. Practice active reading: While reading, underline or highlight key ideas, names, and dates in the passage. This helps you engage more actively and can make it easier to answer questions later.
3. Answer questions with line references first: These questions usually ask about specific details in the passage. Since they direct you to the relevant text, it's a good idea to tackle them first.
4. Eliminate wrong answers: Some answer choices can be flat-out wrong or irrelevant to the question. Eliminate these first, and then decide among the remaining options.
5. Timed practice: To improve your speed, practice taking timed sections and gradually reduce the time allowed for each passage. This helps you get familiar with the time pressure you'll experience during the test.
Trying a mix of these strategies should help improve your ACT Reading performance. Good luck!
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