ACT Reading

A comprehensive guide to mastering the reading section of the ACT, focusing on comprehension, analysis, and strategic test-taking.

Understanding ACT Reading PassagesMain Ideas and Supporting DetailsInference and Interpretation
Analyzing Author's Purpose and ToneComparing Multiple PerspectivesInterpreting Visual and Quantitative Information
Applying ACT Reading Skills to Academic SuccessUsing Reading Skills in the WorkplaceBecoming an Informed Citizen
Time Management During the ACT Reading TestElimination and Educated GuessingActive Reading Techniques
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Practical Applications

Applying ACT Reading Skills to Academic Success

Reading for School and Beyond

The skills you build for ACT Reading—comprehension, inference, analysis—are exactly what you'll need for high school and college. You'll be better equipped to understand textbooks, analyze literature, and ace research assignments.

How to Use These Skills

  • Break down complex readings into main ideas and details.
  • Compare opinions in essays or debate assignments.
  • Interpret data in science and social studies.

Big Picture

These strategies don't just help you on tests—they’re essential for lifelong learning.

Examples

  • Summarizing textbook chapters for faster review.

  • Understanding the argument in a persuasive essay.

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Using Reading Skills in the Workplace