How to Provide Ample Support for ACT Writing

"‘Development and Support’ is one of four graded competencies.

ACT WRITING REQUIRES students to formulate an original and thought-provoking argumentative essay. First, students must choose which perspective they will advocate for: one provided by the test creators, or one that is totally different. Next, students must carefully select and extrapolate on evidence that supports their point of view.

ACT Writing responses are assessed according to four competencies, one of which is ‘Development and Support.’ Here is what you can do to earn the maximum score of 6 in this area:

  • Review the ACT Writing rubric in order to understand how you will be evaluated.
  • Determine what support is necessary to bolster your argument.
  • Reread the prompt and perspectives, and then take notes.: ...

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