By: Kayte Crook Picture taken from google photos The American College Test (ACT) is a stressful and difficult test, so Bryan Hamson decided to take it twice. Once his sophomore year, and then again Junior year. Hamson explained, “I took it my sophomore year because I wanted to try it before the real test so it would be easier.” He ended up getting a high score of 33 and is ready to take it again this year. The highest score possible is a 36.
Hamson claims that the easiest part about the ACT is “finishing sections early because it is less stressful and gives you chances to review questions.” He said sometimes it's going to be hard to review those sections because you just want to be done with it. The scariest part of his first test was the math section when he only had a few minutes left and still had ten questions to answer. He had to rush, but was able to finish in the end. The best advice he can give to people who are taking the test is to study more when you have time. It is hard to find time to do the practice tests and to study, but do it. Even going to Mrs. Jensen's for English ACT on Wednesday during Claw Time like he does or Mrs. Sanders’ on Monday for Math ACT can prepare you. Hamson tries not to focus on questions he doesn't know during the test and moves on so he doesn't run out of time for the rest of the questions. Bear River High School’s librarian Margo Tackett also has some advice for students taking or retaking the ACT this year. “Take a deep breath and just remember to breathe,” as this will help you relax and destress. She also suggests using practice tests before the ACT because it helps you learn your timing and how long or short it will feel. Using the “Shmoop” website ACT prep course is a good way to take those practice tests. Some other helpful tips to remember are getting a good night's sleep the night before as well as eating a healthy breakfast that's full of proteins. Before going into the ACT here are some things you should know: Don't bring anything to the ACT besides a number two pencil. Leave anything that connects to the internet at home. The ACT will start at 8:00 a.m. so students should be in their testing session by 7:40 a.m. You will not be able to take the test that day if you come in late. There is a 15 minute break for a second breakfast, halfway through the test. The whole test is three and half hours long and ends around noon. Go talk to Margo Tackett in the library if you have any questions about the ACT.
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