The Complete Guide to ACT Reading, 2nd Edition
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This updated edition of The Complete Guide to ACT Reading is designed to reflect the 2014 alterations to the ACT Reading Comprehension test. In addition to a complete chapter covering each major question type, this book includes an overview of common passage topics and themes designed to teach students to "read the test" and to identify correct and incorrect answers more quickly and accurately; an extensive discussion of time-management strategies on both individual passage/question sets and on the Reading test as a whole; and two full-length practice tests accompanied by thorough explanations. Review: Great supplement to your learning - there are many books out there...this one has worked well for my student Review: Next to the Official Guides, Meltzer's books are the best. - As an English tutor and teacher, this book has been invaluable in terms of explaining how to approach the various multiple-choice questions test takers encounter (ex: direct, inference, tone, vocabulary, etc.) I'm a fan of Meltzer's last two books (The Complete Guides to SAT Reading and ACT Writing) and this book does not disappointment. As her previous books, this book is also use-friendly for teachers and beneficial for students. Her two practice tests at the end of this book also add extra assignments to the dearth of official and official looking ACT tests available. Yes, the book has some typos and the her writing isn't the most gripping nor compelling work you will read; however, in terms of content and strategy, I don't know of a better book to supplement the reading section of the Real ACT Prep Guide.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 332 Reviews |
D**.
Great supplement to your learning
there are many books out there...this one has worked well for my student
J**O
Next to the Official Guides, Meltzer's books are the best.
As an English tutor and teacher, this book has been invaluable in terms of explaining how to approach the various multiple-choice questions test takers encounter (ex: direct, inference, tone, vocabulary, etc.) I'm a fan of Meltzer's last two books (The Complete Guides to SAT Reading and ACT Writing) and this book does not disappointment. As her previous books, this book is also use-friendly for teachers and beneficial for students. Her two practice tests at the end of this book also add extra assignments to the dearth of official and official looking ACT tests available. Yes, the book has some typos and the her writing isn't the most gripping nor compelling work you will read; however, in terms of content and strategy, I don't know of a better book to supplement the reading section of the Real ACT Prep Guide.
S**D
It's a great way to study and not be pressured
We incorporated this into our homeschool. So my high schooler does pages from this every three days as she also has the Science, Writing and Vocabulary. It's a great way to study and not be pressured. She did say, that they explain things well... but since she did the Analytical Grammar curriculum it was a decent review.
O**O
Brought me up from a 26 to a 35!
My holy grail!! I had a 26 on ACT reading and self-studied to a 28, but was frustrated because I had all of my other scores close to 36. I bought this book and it all clicked, I read the whole thing and took notes and did every activity. Now I’m a 35 scorer on ACT reading (and composite)! If you’re looking to improve a lot quickly, definitely buy this.
S**O
Huge help for my son!
My son credits these guides (we got him the Reading and the English) for his several point increase on the ACTs. We asked him if he wanted us to pay for the expensive ACT prep class and he said he would prefer the books. He really studied with them and it paid off. Reading was initially his lowest score and he ended up with a 36 after using this guide! He asked me to write a review!
S**J
Another excellent book by Erica L. Meltzer
The book arrived a day later than expected which was first the first time that has ever happened. The book itself is fantastic. Anything by Erica L. Meltzer is a solid investment. I also recommend the following books: 1) The Ultimate Guide to SAT Grammar & Eight Multiple Choice SAT Writing Tests. 2) The Critical Reader, The Complete Guide to SAT Critical Reading
R**M
Critically Important!
I am the director of a small learning center that teaches a wide spectrum of academic skills to students. Last night I was working with one of our students on the ACT. We used the "REAL ACT" guide, which I have always liked, and then went to Erica Meltzer's Complete Guide for more skill and strategy for the test.WOW! As usual Erica came to rescue, providing strategies for students at every level of skill development. We have a long history of great success with middle school test preparation, but using Erica's books has taken us to a much higher level with high school students! I cannot recommend her work OR her website highly enough. Check out [...]and BUY HER BOOKS to help your son or daughter!
L**E
the book does what it needs to
This is a great book very easy to follow along. The passages and questions in the book seems very easy to me, not very challenging. This is a First Act reading book I bought, so im not sure if all act reading books are like this.
C**S
Best ACT reading preparation book
I've taken a look at many ACT reading preparation books and I have to say that this one is by far the best. It extensively analyzes each type of question you may encounter and it presents the most ideal approach depending on the score you are aiming for. Last time I sat for the ACT I scored 31, with the reading score of 26 significantly lowering my overall score. I completed the book in 2 days and took the 2 reading practice tests included in the book. I scored a 33 in both. I can confidently say that an improvement of 7 points has let me extremely satisfied with this preparation book!
N**A
Best book for getting good score
I liked the concepts and the practice tests are available for ready revision which is very much helpful to score good.
T**N
Good book
Good book
A**R
Four Stars
It's an amazing book. Great help for my daughter's exam preparation.
L**E
a good ACT book
I always enjoy reading it and I like the questions
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