Top 50 ACT English, Reading, and Science Skills, Third Edition

Book excerpt: Proven and practical strategies for success on the English, Reading and Science Skills sections of the ACT—completely revised & updated for the latest version of the exam There are many comprehensive ACT prep books out there, but if you are looking to master specific skills and increase your score, Top 50 ACT English, Reading, and Science Skills, Third Edition offers the most effective study strategy available. The first book of its kind to present the heart of each of the 50 most important ACT concepts, this essential guide provides exercises that show exactly how verbal, reading, and science concept are tested on the ACT. Written by a renowned educational counselor, this book was created specifically for visual learners, with small bits of information to aid in quick, concentrated study. Within each topic, solved problems of gradually increasing difficulty help you build your problem-solving skills. Features: 50 essential skills, each presented clearly on a 2-page spread, offer quick targeted review; the content was created specifically for the visual learner A pre-test designed to identify weaknesses in the critical reading, writing, and language concepts on the ACT that students often struggle with Visually appealing, two- to four-page spreads with lessons that boost knowledge in the 50 essential skills, with step-by-step sample exercises A post-test designed to track your progress in each specific skill A full answer key with helpful explanations 2 extra tests online