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PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

1. When studying an assignment, it is wise to read it over quickly at first, than see the major points, and finally outline the material.

A. first, than B. first: then C. first-then D. first, then E. first-than

2. To judge the Tidy City contest, we picked an uninterested party.

A. picked an uninterested party. B. picked an interested party! C. picked a disinterested party. D. are in the process of picking an uninterested party. E. picked an disinterested party.

PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

3. Linda decides they had better scram before the killers find them.

A. had better scram B. had better leave C. should hurry and scram D. could hurry and leave E. had better get out

Sentence completion

1. A small selection of terms was found at the back of the textbook. It was a...

A. Glossary. B. Preface. C. Diction. D. Kefir. E. Dictionary.

PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

2. The horror movie frightened the children. It was...

A. Melancholy. B. Dramatic. C. Ghastly. D. Tragedy. E. Comedic.

 

3. The book's subject matter was ________ to the ________, and it did not sell.

A. Attractive, Masses B. Limited, People C. Loathsome, Masses D. Colorful, Individual E. Colorful, Masses

PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

Mathematics

1. Grace has 16 jellybeans in her pocket. She has 8 red ones, 4 green ones, and 4 blue ones. What is the minimum number of jellybeans she must take out of her pocket to ensure that she has one of each color?

A. 4 B. 8 C. 12 D. 13 E. 16

2. If r = 5 z then 15 z = 3 y, then r =

A. y B. 2 y C. 5 y D. 10 y E. 15 y

PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

3. At a company fish fry, ½ in attendance are employees. Employees' spouses are 1/3 of the attendance. What is the percentage of the people in attendance who are not employees or employee spouses?

A.10.5%

B.16.7%

C.25%

D.32.3%

E.38%

PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

1. D: "Then" is an adverb indicating time or sequence here. "Than" [(A), (E)] is a conjunction indicating comparison, e.g. "He is taller than I am" or "We would rather go now than later." When listing three sequential steps as in this sentence, the comma after the first and second steps is correct punctuation; a colon (B) or hyphen [(C), (E)] is incorrect.

2. C: The correct word choice for this sentence is "disinterested," meaning not personally involved or invested and (presumably) impartial. "Uninterested" means literally not interested, i.e. oblivious or not caring. In this context, they would not pick an "interested" party to judge a contest, and the exclamation mark (B) is inappropriate punctuation. "An" (E) is incorrect preceding a consonant.

3. B: "Scram" is a slang word meaning "leave," a more acceptable choice when writing (excepting intentional slang like Mark Twain used in dialogue, narrative, etc.). "Could" (D) means they can leave, whereas "had better" and "should" means they ought to leave. "Get out" (E), similarly to "scram," is less acceptable than "leave."

PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

1. A: A glossary is a list of terms used in a document and their definitions, typically found at the backs of textbooks and at the ends of chapters or articles. A preface (B) is an introduction, not a list of term definitions, and is found at the beginning of a book or article. Diction (C) is not an individual item, but a term meaning writing or speaking style or speech quality. Kefir (D) is a yogurt-like drink made from cultured milk. A dictionary (E) is a book which contains words and their meanings in alphabetical order.

2. C: Something ghastly is frightening, such as a horror movie. Something melancholy (A) would make children sad, not frightened. Dramatic (B) is striking/moving/vivid/effective/characterized by conflict/contrast, not necessarily frightening specifically. A tragedy (D) today* ends unhappily but is not necessarily frightening (*Note: Aristotle's criteria for classical Greek tragedy did include evoking "terror and pity," but ghastly is still more synonymous with frightening than dramatic). A comedic (E) movie is funny and should make children laugh, not frighten them.

3. C: "Loathsome" means repulsive, hateful, or disgusting. Subject matter loathsome to people would not sell. Subject matter attractive to the masses (A) or colorful (bright, lively, interesting) to the masses (E), i.e. appealing to the majority, would sell. Subject matter "limited to the people" (B) makes no sense. Subject matter "colorful to the individual" (D) is lively and interesting to the person, which would not be a reason it did not sell.

PSAT PRACTICE QUESTIONS

1. D: If she only takes out 12 jellybeans, blue jellybeans may remain in her pocket. However, is she takes out 13 jellybeans, she is ensured that one of each color will have been taken out.

2. A: Solving the first equation for Z gives r/5=Z. Substituting this value of Z into the second equation gives 15(r/5)=3y, which simplifies to 3r = 3y. Dividing both sides of the equation by 3 gives r = y

3. B: The attendance of employees and spouses may be modeled as 1/2+1/3, or 5/6. Thus, 1/6 of those

PSAT The PSAT is a nationwide, multiple-choice test taken by about 3.4 million high school students

every year–mostly sophomores and juniors. A great primer for the SAT® and even the ACT®, the PSAT includes math, critical reading and writing questions

Test Dates Students take the PSAT/NMSQT at school on one of these two dates: Wednesday, Oct. 15 Saturday, Oct. 18

Over 3.6 million students take the PSAT/NMSQT each year. Only 11th-grade students can qualify for scholarships and recognition, but younger students benefit from early feedback on their skills

At PPMH 9-11th graders take the PSAT

The PSAT/NMSQT assesses the critical reading, mathematics, and writing skills students need for college and beyond. Find out what the test is like and try practice questions

NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

The National Merit® Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®)—a test which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.5 million entrants each year—and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements.

Take the PSAT/NMSQT® in the specified year of the high school program and no later than the third year in grades 9 through 12, regardless of grade classification or educational pattern;

Be enrolled as a high school student (traditional or homeschooled), progressing normally toward graduation or completion of high school, and planning to enroll full time in college no later than the fall following completion of high school; and

Be a citizen of the United States; or be a U.S. lawful permanent resident (or have applied for permanent residence, the application for which has not been denied) and intend to become a U.S. citizen at the earliest opportunity allowed by law.

http://www.nationalmerit.org/

HOW IS THE PSAT USED BY SCHOOLS

The PSAT/NMSQT helps students become college ready. It provides detailed feedback on skills, access to scholarships and personalized online tools, and excellent practice for the SAT.

It helps us measure students for AP and Dual Enrollment Courses

SCORING Calculation of Raw PSAT/NMSQT Score

Answer Type Point Value

Correct answer Plus 1 point

Wrong answer to multiple-choice questions Minus 1/4 point

Wrong answer to math grid-ins 0 points deducted

Unanswered question 0 points deducted

SCORING If the test seemed hard, remember — it’s aimed at students in 11th

grade. Look at your percentiles to see how your scores compare to the scores of 10th grade test-takers. Look at your skills to see where to focus your improvement efforts. Know that you’re taking a critical early step for your future

Student score reports include a score for each section of the test — Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing Skills. These section scores are on a scale of 20 to 80.

Raw Scores: The scores included on score reports are based on raw scores. To arrive at a raw score, correct, incorrect, and unanswered questions are counted. Points are added or subtracted using the following rules:

RAW SCORECalculation of Raw PSAT/NMSQT Score

Answer Type Point Value

Correct answer Plus 1 point

Wrong answer to multiple-choice questions Minus 1/4 point

Wrong answer to math grid-ins 0 points deducted

Unanswered question 1. points deducted

RAW SCORENext, the raw score is converted to a score on a scale of 20 to 80. This process, called equating , adjusts for slight differences in difficulty between various versions of the test (such as the Wednesday form and the Saturday form). Equating ensures that a score of, say, 65 on one form reflects a similar level of performance as does a 65 on another form. There is no advantage or disadvantage in taking the test on a Wednesday or a Saturday or taking an alternate version.

PREPARATION The PSAT/NMSQT includes five sections in three skill areas. Testing time totals 2 hours and 10 minutes. That doesn’t include the time it takes to complete personal information on the answer sheet and listen to instructions.

PREPARATION PSAT/NMSQT Structure

Area Timing Question Types Measures how well students

Critical Reading Two 25-minute sectionsSentence completion

Passage-based reading

Analyze, evaluate, and think logically

about what they read

Math Two 25-minute sectionsMultiple-choice

Student-produced response (grid-ins)

Use arithmetic, algebra, and geometry

to think logically and solve familiar and

unfamiliar problems

Writing Skills One 30-minute section

Improving sentences

Identifying sentence errors

Improving paragraphs

Express ideas in standard written

English, recognize faults, and use

language with sensitivity to meaning

COST AND FEE WAIVERS The PSAT/NMSQT costs $14. Schools can request fee waivers for 11th-grade students.

The College Board offers PSAT/NMSQT fee waivers for eligible 11th-grade students. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Fee waivers might not be available after the June ordering deadline.

SAT

The SAT is more of an aptitude test, testing reasoning and verbal

abilities.

SAT FORMATTotal Length Subsections Question Types Scoring

Math 70 minutes Two 25-minute sections

One 20-minute section

44 Multiple-Choice

10 Grid-Ins 200-800

Critical Reading 70 minutes Two 25-minute sections

One 20-minute section

19 Sentence Completions

48 Reading Comprehension 200-800

Writing 60 minutes

One 25-minutestudent-written essay

One 25-minutegrammar section

One 10-minutegrammar section

18 Identifying SentenceErrors

25 Improving Sentences

6 Improving Paragraphs

200-800

Experimental 25 minutes One 25-minute section Math, reading, or grammar section

not scored

Total 3 hours 45 minutes 10 sections 600-2400

SCORING

Correct Answers: +1 point for questions you get correct

Incorrect Answers: -1/4 point subtracted for incorrect multiple – choice

0 points subtracted for incorrect student produced response (math section)

Omitted: 0 points subtracted for questions you don’t answer

HOW COLLEGES USE THE SAT

As the nation’s most widely used college admission test, the SAT is the first step toward higher education for students of all backgrounds. It’s taken by more than two million students every year and is accepted by virtually all colleges and universities.

There are many reasons to take the SAT, but here are a few of the biggies: The SAT tests the reading, writing and math skills that you learn in school and that are critical for success in college and

beyond. It gives both you and colleges a sense of how you’ll be able to apply the thinking, writing and study skills required for college

course work. The questions are rigorously researched and tested to make sure students from all backgrounds have an equal chance to do

well. The test is straightforward. There are no tricks designed to trip you up. Students who do well in the classroom are often the

same ones who will do well on the SAT. The SAT also provides the opportunity for you to connect to scholarship opportunities, place out of certain college courses and

learn more about your academic strengths. SAT scores are among the factors considered in college admission. Many schools’ websites share the range of SAT scores

reported by their admitted students. You can also find this information in College Search. This valuable information allows you to research which colleges might be the best fit for you.

The 21st century global economy is fast-paced and changeable. You’ll need a new set of skills – and a habit of lifelong learning – to flourish in this information age. The best way to succeed and thrive as an adult is to challenge yourself to rise to a high level of academic excellence now. You’ll do that best by taking challenging high school courses and working hard in them.

The SAT provides a trusted, globally recognized indicator of your academic readiness for college. In a way, the SAT is the bridge between the hard work you’ve already done and t0he college that is the best fit for the future you are about to create.

PRACTICE Websites:

http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice/sat-practice-questions

 ineedapencil.org

www.march2success.com

www.mysatreview.com

www.majortests.com

SAT sparknotes

ACT sparknotes

 www.actstudent.org

www.number2.com

PRACTICE SAT Books

Psat Exam Secrets Study Guide: Psat Test Review for the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (Nmsqt) Preliminary Sat Test [Book]

SAT/PSAT Word Games [Book]

The Procrastinators Guide to the SAT and PSAT: Beat the Clock, Raise Your Score [Book]

REGISTRATION Register Online

Choose your test date and test center in real time.

Receive immediate registration confirmation.

Get 24-hour access to your registration for printing or correcting your Admission Ticket.

http://sat.collegeboard.org/login?applicationId=115&destinationpage=https://nsat.collegeboard.org/satweb/login.jsp&view=NSAT

Register by Mail

Pay by check or money order (payable to "The College Board").

Are younger than 13 years old .

Register for Sunday testing for the first time due to a religious observance.

Request that we open a test center nearer to your home.

Cannot upload a digital photo as part of the online registration process.

Take the test in Cameroon, Ghana, or Nigeria

Register through an SAT representative.

To register by mail, you need The Student Registration Guide for the SAT and SAT Subject Tests, which is available from your school counselor. The Guide comes with a registration form and return envelope.

When filling out the form, you will likely need a College Board code number for college majors, college and scholarship programs, test centers, and your high school. To find these numbers, use our Code Search tool or the code list from your counselor.

FEE

Test/Circumstance Fee More Info Fee Waiver/Reduction Available?

The SAT Test $52.50 The Standard SAT Test Waiver Available

SAT Subject Tests: Language with Listening

$52.00 Subject Test Details Waiver available

All Other SAT Subject Tests $42.00 Subject Test Details Waiver Available

Phone Registration $15 Only if you've registered before Nope

Change Fee $28.00 Test type, center or date changes Nope

Late Fee $28.00Registering after regular registration

endsNope

Waitlist Testing Fee $48 Missed late registration and still want to test

Nope

FEE WAIVER How to obtain a fee waiver Your high school counselor or an authorized community-based organization can give you a waiver if you qualify. Are you home schooled? You

can request a fee waiver from the counselor at your local public high school. How do I know if I am eligible? High school students in the U.S. or U.S. territories who can't afford to pay test fees may be eligible for SAT fee waivers. Fee waivers can be

used for the SAT and SAT Subject Tests. U.S. citizens living outside the U.S. may also qualify for a fee waiver. Students must be in 11th or 12th grade to use an SAT fee waiver, or in 9th to 12th grade to use a Subject Test fee waiver. To be eligible, you must meet at least one of the requirements below:

Enrollment in or eligible to participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). What does a fee waiver cover? Your SAT fee waiver covers 100% of the registration fees for a single test date. You can use up to two waivers for the SAT and up to two waivers for the SAT Subject Tests™. That's a total of four fee waivers (up to

three Subject Tests per test date). You receive four score reports every time you register. These four score reports must be used at the time of registration or up to nine days

after the Saturday test date. When you use a waiver, you also get four additional score reports (worth a total of $45) to send your scores to the colleges of your choice at any time during high school.

Most colleges charge an application fee. As a fee-waiver user, you are entitled to use, and will automatically receive, four college application fee waivers from the College Board at the beginning of your senior year. *Many four-year and two-year colleges accept application waivers – view a list of schools that participate in the college application fee waiver process, or use our online search tool. College is totally within your reach, and application waivers can help you get there.

Get a $40 discount on The Official SAT Online Course™ when you order it during online registration. Choose either the Question-and-Answer Service or the Student Answer Service (for the SAT only), and get it FREE when you order during

registration. *If you don’t receive your college application fee waivers directly, ask your counselor to provide them to you. You are entitled to use up to four

of these forms.

FEE WAIVER More than just a fee waiver Indicate that you are paying with a fee waiver and enter the entire 12-digit code from your fee-waiver card. You will also be asked to provide your counselor’s name and eligibility criteria (marked on the front of the fee-waiver card). If you are registering by paper, don't forget to enclose the completed and signed fee-waiver card in the envelope.

Remember to send your scores to colleges! NEW: Fee waivers can be used for late registrations in the United States and U.S. territories at no additional charge.

“MY SAT ONLINE SCORE REPORT”

View Results summary :

The "Summary of Results" page shows you how many questions you got correct or incorrect, and which ones you didn't answer at all, for each section.

You can use this information to pinpoint your academic strengths and areas for improvement.

Understand Your Scores:

An explanation of how your test was scored and how college admissions officers use your scores

Resources to help you decide whether you should take the test again

Tools that will help match you to colleges and possible careers

Your Score Details:

A detailed breakdown of the number of questions of each type and level of difficulty you got correct, incorrect, or omitted

Statistics on whether your score will improve if you take the test again

Tips on how to prepare for your next SAT

Compare your score:

The "Compare Your Score" pages (one for each section of the test) allow you to see how you did relative to other test-takers, both locally and nationwide.

View your essay:

The "Your Essay" page shows you an image of the actual essay that you wrote. You also get an overview of how your essay was scored.

http://www.collegeboard.com/sat/scorereport/view_results.html

“SAT SKILLS INSIGHT” Skills Insight helps you to recognize the skills you need to achieve

your goals on the SAT.

Skills Insight Image

SAT Skills Insight is a free tool to help you get a score that really shows your abilities. It identifies the types of skills that are tested on the SAT with sample test questions so that you can do your best if you're taking the SAT for the first time, or if you got your SAT scores and are thinking, "I want to do better than that."

http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice/sat-skills-insight

SENDING SCORES ONLINE During Registration

You receive four score reports every time you register for the SAT. These four score reports must be used at the time of registration or up to nine days after the test date. We highly recommend that you take advantage of these score reports, as additional reports are subject to a fee.

After Registration

You can send score reports at any time from your “My SAT” account. The time frames for score delivery vary based upon each institution’s method of receiving scores. Please remember that an additional week may be needed for the score recipients to process your scores once they receive them.

There is a fee for sending score reports starting ten days after the test date. However, if you are a fee-waiver-eligible student, you may have additional score report credits.

SAT SUBJECT TEST Why take the tests: Some colleges require or recommend that you take SAT

Subject Tests. In addition, you can enhance your application, demonstrate knowledge you’ve gained outside the classroom, and potentially place out of introductory courses.

What test to take: You’ll want to take the tests that are required or recommended by the colleges that you’re interested in. Also consider subjects that you excel in or may want to major in, to showcase your strengths and interests.

Price: $52.50 Scoring:

Correct Answers: +1 point for questions you get correct Incorrect Answers: -1/4 point subtracted for incorrect multiple choice 0 points subtracted for incorrect student produced response(Math section)

Omitted: 0 points subtracted for questions you don’t answer

HOW COLLEGES USE SAT SUBJECT TESTS Many colleges that don’t require or recommend Subject Tests will still

consider them when reviewing your application. By taking one or more SAT Subject Tests, you have an opportunity to differentiate yourself and provide a more complete picture about your academic abilities and interests. If you’re interested in particular subjects or programs of study, Subject Tests allow you to highlight your strengths in these areas.

COMPARING SAT AND ACT SCORES

SAT Composite Score (Math, CR & W)

ACT Composite Score

SAT Composite Score (Math & CR only)

2400 36 1600

2340-2390 35 1540-1590

2280-2330 34 1490-1530

2220-2270 33 1440-1480

2160-2210 32 1400-1430

2100-2150 31 1360-1390

2040-2090 30 1330-1350

1980-2030 29 1290-1320

1920-1970 28 1250-1280

1860-1910 27 1210-1240

1800-1850 26 1170-1200

1740-1790 25 1130-1160

1680-1730 24 1090-1120

1620-1670 23 1050-1080

1560-1610 22 1020-1040

1500-1550 21 980-1010

1440-1490 20 940-970

1380-1430 19 900-930

1320-1370 18 860-890

1260-1310 17 820-850

1200-1250 16 770-810

1140-1190 15 720-760

1080-1130 14 670-710

1020-1070 13 620-660

960-1010 12 560-610

900-950 11 510-550

ACT The ACT is a national college admissions examination that consists of

subject area tests in:

English-Mathematics-Reading-Science

ACT results are accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the US.

The ACT includes 215 multiple-choice questions and takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete, including a short break (or just over four hours if you are taking the ACT Plus Writing). Actual testing time is 2 hours and 55 minutes (plus 30 minutes if you are taking the ACT Plus Writing).

SCORE FORMAT Test     Content

English 75 questions 45 minutesMeasures standard written English and rhetorical skills.

Mathematics

60 questions 60 minutesMeasures mathematical skills students have typically acquired in courses taken up to the beginning of grade 12.

Reading

40 questions 35 minutes Measures reading comprehension.

Science 40 questions 35 minutes

Measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in the natural sciences.

Optional Writing Test

1 prompt 30 minutesMeasures writing skills emphasized in high school English classes and in entry-level college composition courses.

SCORING How ACT figures the multiple-choice test scores and the Composite score

First we count the number of questions on each test that you answered correctly. We do not deduct any points for incorrect answers. (There is no penalty for guessing.)

Then we convert your raw scores (number of correct answers on each test) to "scale scores." Scale scores have the same meaning for all the different forms of the ACT, no matter which test date a test was taken.

Your Composite score and each test score (English, Mathematics, Reading, Science) range from 1 (low) to 36 (high). The Composite Score is the average of your four test scores, rounded to the nearest whole number. Fractions less than one-half are rounded down; fractions one-half or more are rounded up.

We compute your seven subscores (Usage/Mechanics, Rhetorical Skills, etc.) in the same way, but subscores range from 1 (low) to 18 (high). There is no direct, arithmetic relationship between your subscores and your test scores—this means your subscores don't add up to your test score.

SCORINGTest No. of Questions Subscore(s)

English Test 75Usage/Mechanics (40 questions)Rhetorical Skills (35 questions)

Mathematics Test 60

Pre-Algebra/Elementary Algebra (24 questions)Intermediate Algebra/Coordinate Geometry (18 questions)Plane Geometry/Trigonometry based (18 questions)

Reading Test 40

Social Studies/Natural Sciences reading skills (20 social studies & natural sciences questions)Arts/Literature reading skills (20 prose fiction & humanities questions)

Science Test 40None: the total test score is based on all 40 questions.

NATIONAL RANKS As your score report explains, the ranks show the percent of recent high school graduates

who took the ACT and scored at or below each of your scores.

You can use the ranks to get a sense of your strengths and weaknesses in the four general subject areas represented by the test scores and in the seven specific areas represented by the subscores. A high rank in a content area may suggest a good chance of success in related college majors and careers. A low rank may indicate that you need to develop your skills more by taking additional coursework in that area. If you haven't yet read the part of your report that explains the ranks of your scores (to the right of your scores), do so now.

Your high school grades are another way to identify your academic strengths and weaknesses. When you registered for the ACT, you reported your grades in up to 30 specific courses. Your GPA, as calculated by ACT on an unweighted 4-point scale, is shown on your Student Report. Test scores and high school grades together are usually better indicators of future academic success than either is alone.

If you want to know more about what your test scores can tell you about the skills you are likely to know and what you are likely to be able to do in each content area measured by the ACT, see ACT College Readiness Standards.

HOW COLLEGES USE THE ACT

Admissions decisionsACT test results, high school grades, academic preparation, out-of-class accomplishments, and future plans—these and other kinds of information help admissions officials identify applicants who can benefit most from their programs.

Course placementColleges usually try to take into account individual strengths and weaknesses as they place students in first-year courses. For example, a college may offer three sections of a subject—developmental, regular, and advanced. A student's ACT test results, academic background, and high school grades might be used to determine which section would be most appropriate.

Academic advisingCollege academic advisors may consider ACT results, high school academic program, high school grades, planned extracurricular activities, areas in which there is a need for assistance, and part-time employment plans to tailor an appropriate program of study to a student.

Scholarships and loansSome scholarship and loan agencies may use ACT test results with other information such as high school grades to identify qualified candidates. However, the agencies may not look at academic potential alone. The ACT score report provides information about a student's educational needs, extracurricular achievements, and educational plans. This information, along with high school grades and test scores, helps the agencies evaluate applications for scholarships, loans, and other financial assistance.

HOW COLLEGES USE ACT WRITING SCORE If you took the ACT Plus Writing, the colleges and high school to which you

have ACT report your scores will receive your Writing scores and the reader's comments on your essay along with your subject-area scores and Composite score.

These colleges and your high school will also have the option to access an image of your essay online.

Colleges may choose to review individual essays to help make admissions or course placement decisions.

High schools may choose to review individual essays to monitor student achievement levels and guide their curriculum decisions

PRACTICE Books

ACT sparknotes SAT/PSAT Word Games [Book] ACT For Dummies [Book] The Real ACT, 3rd Edition [Book] Cracking the Act, 2014 [Book] Act 2015 : Strategies, Practice, And Personalized Feedback Learning ACT: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Skills-Training Manual for

Therapists [Book]

ACT Study Guide 2014: ACT Test Prep with Practice Questions

PRACTICE Websites

http://www.actstudent.org/https://www.collegeboard.org/http://www.collegeprimers.com/http://www.bravewriter.com/program/online-classes/class-list/sat-act/

http://pwnthesat.com/wp/#.VFAFLDTF-rohttp://www.collegeprep101.com/test-prep.html

REGISTRATION How Do I Sign Up for the ACT?

Online registration is the fastest method. You will know immediately if your preferred test center has space for you to test, and you also can print your admission ticket from the website. How you sign up depends on where and how you plan to test: please see below for how to register.

Reminder: You need to register by mail only if you are younger than 13 or cannot pay by credit card.

If you plan to test at a national or international test center, sign up online by creating or logging in to your ACT Web account

If you are requesting extended time or other accommodations for the first time, sign up online by creating or logging in to your ACT Web account or register by mail in addition to completing the application request and submitting required documentation.

If you missed the late registration deadline, you can request standby testing online.

If you are homebound or confined, cannot find a test center within 75 miles of your home (U.S. and Canada) or in your country (other locations), or you need a non-Saturday test center and one is not established within 75 miles of your home (or in your country if outside the U.S. or Canada), on all test dates, check the requirements for Arranged Testing

FEE ACT (No Writing)

$38.00

ACT Plus Writing

$54.50

http://www.actstudent.org/regist/actfees.html

FEE WAIVER If you can't afford the registration fee for the ACT (No Writing) or ACT Plus Writing, you may be eligible for an ACT Fee

Waiver. Information about the eligibility requirements and how to request a fee waiver is sent each summer to high schools.  You should work with your local high school to determine your eligibility.

You must meet all of the following requirements:

Currently enrolled in high school in the 11th or 12th grade.

Either a United States citizen or testing in the U. S., U.S. territories, or Puerto Rico.

Meet one or more indicators of economic need listed on the ACT Fee Waiver form.

If you are eligible, you may use a maximum of two separate fee waivers total. The waiver is used once you register, even if you do not test on the requested test date.

IMPORTANT: To take full advantage of the waiver, you must follow through and test on your registered test date.

Fee waivers cover only the basic registration fee for your test option, including up to four college choices (if you provide valid codes when you register). Waivers do not cover the late registration fee, test date or test center changes, standby fee, additional score reports, or any other services.

You cannot request a fee waiver directly from ACT; you must contact your high school counselor. If you receive an ACT Fee Waiver Form, follow the "Student Directions" on it for your registration method (or if requesting Special Testing).

Note: If you register online, and register during the late period or request any additional services, you must enter a credit card to pay those fees before submitting your registration.

SENDING SCORE You can have your ACT scores sent to other colleges and scholarship agencies

after you test in addition to the ones you selected when you registered or tested. Requests are processed AFTER your tests have been scored and all scores for your test option—ACT (No Writing) or ACT Plus Writing—are ready.

Ordering options

Online request—Create or log in to your ACT Web account. You must pay by valid credit card.

Telephone serviceYou must pay with by valid credit card. This service is for priority reports only, which can be sent only within the U.S. There is an additional $14.50 fee for each request made by phone.

Send us a letter of request.

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www.usnews.com/opinion/articles/2013/09/06/why-the-sats-shouldnt-be-a-factor-in-college-admissions

http://www.princetonreview.com/sat-act.aspx

http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/WhosCounting/story?id=98373

http://content.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,101321,00.html

https://www.teenlife.com/blogs/articles/why-take-sat-ii-subject-tests

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/06/education/major-changes-in-sat-announced-by-college-board.html?_r=0

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/03/28/admissions-officers-weigh-in-on-sat/2027843/

http://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/test-prep

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/answer-sheet/wp/2013/09/26/why-the-new-sat-scores-are-meaningless/