ACT
The ACT
The ACT is a multiple-choice standardized test that students take in their junior and senior years of high school. The test is used as criteria for admission to most colleges. It is also used to determine eligibility for many scholarships, including the merit scholarships offered by universities for promising students.
The Format
The ACT Exam is composed of 5 sections. The exam is about 3 hours long, 3 hours and 40 min with the optional essay. In total, the exam consists of 215 multiple-choice questions and 1 essay.
ACT Exam Format: 5 Sections
English | 45 minutes | 75 questions
Math | 60 minutes | 60 questions
Reading | 35 minutes | 40 questions
Science | 35 minutes | 40 questions
Essay (optional) | 40 minutes | 1 question