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The ACT, like all standardized tests, can be beaten. Through systematic preparation,  TutoringBoston positions students to be in the best possible environment for success.

ACT Math Content                 

The ACT Math section is multiple choice only, and is designed to test a student's ability to solve Academic Math problems.  Questions can take various forms including Word Problems, Graph Questions, and Algebraic Expressions. An approved calculator is permitted on this section.

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ACT Math Strategy               

To maximize scores, TutoringBoston shows students specific ACT math strategies that are not usually taught in school. Additionally, we teach students calculator tip and tricks that can help save time and answer otherwise difficult questions.          

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ACT Reading Content                 

Questions in the ACT Reading section can ask students about specific details, main ideas, vocabulary in context, or other reading comprehension topics from the given passages. Reading categories can include Literary Narrative, Humanities, Social Science, and Natural Science.

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ACT Reading Strategy                 

Since the ACT Reading section is focused on evidence and support from the passages, TutoringBoston teaches students how to find facts and select the best answer. This is unlike a typical high school test that is based on interpretation and "thinking outside the box." 

ACT English Content                 

The ACT Writing section tests conventions from Standard English. Students can expect to see questions on punctuation, writing strategy, and word choice. Problems can include correcting grammatical errors, improving sentences, and organizing paragraphs

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ACT English Strategy                 

There is no substitute for knowing Standard English conventions, so we teach students the rules on grammar, punctuation, and writing strategy. In addition, we show students how identify which rule is being tested, and how to quickly find the correct answer.

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ACT Science Content                 

The ACT Science section can test content from passage about Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Science. Questions are based on graph interpretation, reading comprehension, and data analysis. Students can expect to see passages with accompanying charts and data points.​

ACT Science Strategy                 

To beat the ACT Science section, TutoringBoston teaches students how to quickly interpret relevant information and analyze meaningful data from the passages. A science section has 40 questions in just 35 minutes, so both speed and accuracy are important. 

ACT Essay Strategy                 

The best way to prepare for this section is to generate an essay template in advance. Through practice and repetition, we guide students in developing an essay structure ahead of time. Once the basic shell is in place, students can quickly fill in the blanks. 

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The ACT Test is not a typical high school test that most students are used to it. It is stressful, time constrained, and designed to be confusing. Luckily, this is a test that can be beaten given the proper guidance. TutoringBoston's ACT tutoring program has one mission: to prepare students for the ACT.  

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The most important part to understand is that the scores for all multiple choice sections are based only on the number of questions answered correctly. Since, on average, there is 1 minute or less of time allotted per multiple choice question, it is important to find the correct answer using the quickest method.

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The good news is that unlike a standard K-12 academic test, there is no need for students to explain how they arrive at the correct answer - they can use any strategies they choose. Unfortunately, typical problem solving approaches taught in school are not the best for the ACT. For this reason, TutoringBoston teaches specific tips, tricks, and techniques designed especially for the ACT .