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Below is a study timeline for the SAT (left side) and the ACT (right side). This time is structured for taking the test during the Spring Semester of your eleventh-grade year. The timeline spans twelve months and is designed to keep your studying habits on track while providing plenty of time to study and balance school work.Â
Be sure to review the month (middle), then the subject of the test (SAT or ACT), and the content within the subject you should study.
Take your first practice SAT
You do not have to study for the practice. This will help you get a better idea of where to focus your study efforts
Get an idea of where you stand
This is just practice! The idea is to see how much you can improve.
Do not get discouraged!Â
March
March
10th Grade Year
Take your first practice ACT
You do not have to study for the practice. This will help you get a better idea of where to focus your study efforts.
Get an idea of where you stand
This is just practice! The idea is to see how much you can improve.
Do not get discouraged!Â
SAT Strategy
SAT Strategy
Pick the Wrong Answers, First!
This strategy is called the Process of Elimination (POE). Identifying and eliminating answers you know for sure are incorrect. You're narrowing your choices and increasing the likelihood of getting the question correct.Â
Skip the Hard Ones, Then Come Back
Since the ACT is a timed test, it is essential to avoid getting stuck on one tricky question. If a question is too complicated or will take too long to solve, it's best to skip it then come back to it later. If you spend too much time on a tricky question, you will risk running out of time for the remaining questions. It makes sense to skip then return to the hard ones.
IDK = Guess
Never leave any question blank. If you cannot find the correct answer and run out of time, it's best to guess. Leaving it blank will guarantee that you get it wrong. If you guess, there is a chance you could guess correctly.Â
Less questions; More Time
The SAT has fewer questions than the ACT and provides more time; however, the SAT questions are wordier and require more time to plan and solve the question. This difference means your ability to read and process information is crucial to getting a high score.Â
April
April
10th Grade Year
ACT Strategy
ACT Strategy
Pick the Wrong Answers, First!
This strategy is called the Process of Elimination (POE). Identifying and eliminating answers you know for sure are incorrect. You're narrowing your choices and increasing the likelihood of getting the question correct.Â
Skip the Hard Ones, Then Come Back
Since the ACT is a timed test, it is essential to avoid getting stuck on one tricky question. If a question is too complicated or will take too long to solve, it's best to skip it then come back to it later. If you spend too much time on a tricky question, you will risk running out of time for the remaining questions. It makes sense to skip then return to the hard ones.
IDK = Guess
Never leave any question blank. If you cannot find the correct answer and run out of time, it's best to guess. Leaving it blank will guarantee that you get it wrong. If you guess, there is a chance you could guess correctly.Â
More questions; Less Time
The ACT has more questions than the SAT and provides you with less time to complete the questions. Have a strategy that enhances your ability to manage your time. As you prepare, you will see that the more your practice, the quicker you can solve problems and answer questions correctly.Â
Apply the Strategy
Apply the Strategy
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May
10th Grade Year
Apply the Strategy
Apply the Strategy
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Summer After 10th Grade
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11th Grade Year
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March
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