<p>I believe I have:
a 28 in Science
a 28 in Reading
a 32 in English
a 32 in Math</p>
<p>Obviously I really need to improve my science and reading. What is the best way to go about this? Just taking practice tests? Is that guaranteed to boost my scores?
That just seems like it wouldn't work but I don't know. I guess I need to try it.
Any other tips to tackle those sections? </p>
<p>And I guess bumping up english and math wouldn't hurt. What about those?</p>
<p>Practice tests. You cannot “study” for ACT like a regular test so the best way is to take timed practice tests. Also, if you find yourself short on time, just do one section (English, Math, Reading, Science) at a time.<br>
For reading, read quickly but not too quickly. Do not read too slowly because then you lose focus. Try underlining key words because that helps you focus. Or write notes in the margin. But don’t take too much time writing notes. Personally, I like to underline. If the natural sciences section has a sequence of events/processes, mark that sequence. It is probably a question.<br>
For science, you really just have to practice. For the charts and graphs passages (the one with 5 questions) don’t read the text. It is unnecessary. For the experiment sections (6 questions) you may have to read the text. This one is really up to you. I personally like to read it but others don’t. Experiment with what you like by taking practice tests. For the fighting scientists passage, a tutor once told me to only read scientist 1 and then answer the questions for the first guy. Then read scientist 2 and answer the rest of the questions. It helps make sure you don’t confuse the two passages.<br>
For English, just go over basic grammar skills. Most of it is grammar and some questions are about organization.
For Math, I like the Princeton Review book because it has basic things you need to know. Do the first 30 questions in less than 30 minutes (aim for 20 min) becuase the questions get harder, but you probably already know that. </p>
<p>Those are some tips I have learned from tutors, ACT classes, etc. I hope they help but really, you just need to practice and find out what method works for you. Hope this helps.</p>