ACT English Stratergies

English

The ACT uses four methods to separate two complete sentences

Period, comma before a conjunction ( and,but, or,so), Semicolon, Colon

A comma is used this way on the English test

separate a dependent clause from a complete sentence, surround a non essential group of words, separate two actives or words, connect two sentences before a conjunction

A colon is used this way on the english test.

Use a colon after a complete sentence that introduces a list or explanation, use a colon between two sentences when the second sentence explains the first.

How concise should an answer be?

It should be clear, short and specific.

What is “its”

A possessive noun ( It doesn’t have an apostrophe even though we associate it usually with one)

What is “It’s”

A contraction of it is.

Why should you delete an answer choice?

Redundant, already explained, not needed definition, always check importance.

Why is active voice better than passive voice?

Beecause passive voice is awkward and usually unnecessary.

What are 4 common transition words?

Moreover Meanwhile, Additionally, Furthermore

What is a transition word?

Mean either sticking with the same subject or changing to a different subject.

What is an example(s) of a writer using a transition word but sticking to the same thought?

Moreover,additionally,furthermore, all indicate.

What is an example(s) of the writer using a transition word but going to a different subject?

Meanwhile, on the other hand, all indicate.

What does being meaning on the ACT?

It’s not a iht answer (provided the context) and IS NOT a synonym for because or is.

What can be confusing about how the ACT uses the word “ Although” ?

It can change a independent clause into a dependent one.

How is a dash used?

Instead of commas, used to surround a group of NON- essential words, or emphasis on a ord or point ( same thing can be done with a colon)