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You Got This: A Breakdown Of The ACT Scores

The ACT is the leading US college admissions test, giving college admission departments a deeper look into your capabilities as a student and how prepared you are for college. In fact, some say your ACT scores hold greater value than your GPA in college admissions, so it's important to know how scores are measured, what to aim for, and how colleges and universities view your results.

First, Breathe

The ACT could very well be your ticket into the school of your dreams (no pressure!). You probably already have a good idea of what you're going to be tested on, but with so much riding on one test, it doesn't hurt to take a moment to review what's on the ACT.

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You Got This: A Breakdown Of The Act Scores

The ACT is the leading US college admissions test, giving college admission departments a deeper look into your capabilities as a student and how prepared you are for college. In fact, some say your ACT scores hold greater value than your GPA in college admissions, so it's important to know how scores are measured, what to aim for, and how colleges and universities view your results.

First, Breathe

The ACT could very well be your ticket into the school of your dreams (no pressure!). You probably already have a good idea of what you're going to be tested on, but with so much riding on one test, it doesn't hurt to take a moment to review what's on the ACT.

How You'll Be Scored

The ACT is scored comprehensively, which means that each section is tallied individually and then averaged to create your composite score. Scores are intended to show your academic development and achievement, which means they are unique to each student.

Your Composite Score

Each section is graded on a scale of 1 to 36. This means your number of correct answers converts to a score that ranges from 1 to 36 for each of the four tests (English, math, reading, and science). Your composite score is the average of the scores on these sections. Remember, the writing section does not contribute to your composite score.

Your Writing Scores

If you decide to take the writing test, your essay will be scored on a scale of 1 to 6 by two expert readers in each of the following four writing domains:

* Ideas and analysis.

* Development and support.

* Organization.

* Language use and conventions.

Readers will assess how well you applied these four domains, which represent the essential skills and abilities you need to meet the writing demands of college. To break it down a bit more, the writing test is intended to see how well you can:

* State ideas and introduce other perspectives.

* Develop ideas with supporting evidence.

* Organize thoughts logically.

* Express ideas through proper English.

If the readers disagree by more than one point, a third reader will be called in to evaluate the essay for fairness. The two scores for each domain will be added together, and your total writing score is the average of your four domain scores rounded to the nearest whole number.

Your Score Report

You can view your scores online as soon as two weeks after taking the ACT. Score reports are released within three to eight weeks after the test date.

If you take the writing test, your score report will be available only after ALL of your scores - including your writing score - are ready, usually within five to eight weeks after taking the test.

Making Sense of it All

After you've taken the ACT, your scores are analyzed and calculated, and then reported on your ACT Student Score Report. Here's how to make sense of it all and see where you stand:

* Correct answers are counted in each of the four subjects. You will also see college readiness information so you can tell if your scores meet or fall short of these expectations.

* Your composite score is determined by averaging the scores from each of the four subject areas (not including your writing score). You can see how well you did in each subject by viewing the detailed results which show the total number and types of questions asked, how many you got right, and the percentage of correct answers.

* You can compare your scores to US and state rankings broken down by composite and subject scores.

Sending Your Scores

You can automatically send your ACT score report to four schools for free, if you select this option at the time of registration. However, you can always add more schools after you complete the exam and receive your scores.

Admissions

ACT scores aren't the only thing schools look at, but they are at the top of the list.

Course Placement

Many colleges look at your score report to see which level of a course you'll excel in: developmental, regular, or advanced.

Academic Advising

Your scores can help counselors identify areas where you may need assistance and help determine the best route to get there.

Scholarships and Student Loans

Colleges and scholarship agencies may use your ACT scores to evaluate your eligibility for scholarships, loans, and financial aid.

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1: The Future Is Coming For You

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I could begin with the founding of the Imperial Day Academy in 1898 and its subsequent rise to prominence among the elite families of Los Angeles County. Or I could begin in the late 1990s when my parents bucked the glittery tech company trend of settling in the Bay Area or the Pacific Northwest, and instead based their start-up, DeliverMe, in Los Angeles. I could start with my birth, or with the day that Augustus and Livia became a couple, or with the day that Livia became a menace.

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You Got This: A Breakdown Of The ACT Scores

The ACT is the leading US college admissions test, giving college admission departments a deeper look into your capabilities as a student and how prepared you are for college. In fact, some say your ACT scores hold greater value than your GPA in college admissions, so it's important to know how scores are measured, what to aim for, and how colleges and universities view your results.

First, Breathe

The ACT could very well be your ticket into the school of your dreams (no pressure!). You probably already have a good idea of what you're going to be tested on, but with so much riding on one test, it doesn't hurt to take a moment to review what's on the ACT.

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Have reservations about going vegan?

I Could Never Give Up Meat!

Whether you are afraid of reducing your protein intake, or you just can't bring yourself to eliminate chicken, beef and pork from your plate, this book is sure to convince you of maintaining a meat-free diet. With her steaming portobello pot pie, her succulent thai seitan satay with spicy peanut dipping sauce, and her delicious vegan BBQ bacon burger, Kristy makes sure you have every recipe you need to put your meat cravings to rest.

Have reservations about going vegan?

I Could Never Give Up Cheese!

A self-described former 'die-hard cheese nerd,' Kristy Turner couldn't fathom the thought of giving it up. Now she offers some of her best and most creative 'cheesy' vegan dishes like balsamic baked pears with cashew blue cheese, tempeh bacon mac 'n' cheese with sunflower cheddar and citrus-herb roasted beets with macadamia ricotta.

Have reservations about going vegan?

I Could Never Give Up Chocolate!

For many, the most terrifying part of going vegan, is perhaps living out the rest of your days without chocolate. But wait, there is vegan chocolate—tons of it—just waiting to be devoured. This book shows you how to bake some of that vegan chocolate into chocolate chip brownies, flourless chocolate decadence cake and pumpkin chocolate chip cookies!

Have reservations about going vegan?

I Could Never Give Up Seafood!

You might think that eating fish is the best way to satisfy your meat cravings, but even pescatarians are guilty of eating animal flesh. That's why this book has a mouthwatering selection of vegan seafood-inspired dishes that will reel you in, including jackfruit 'tuna' salad sandwiches, beer-battered faux fish and chips and artichoke crab cakes with sriracha tater sauce.

Still think you could never go vegan?

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2. Slice the cauliflower heads in half vertically. Then slice parallel to the original cut to form.

3. Lay the cauliflower steaks and remaining florets on the prepared baking sheet. Spray with olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through to ensure even cooking. Remove from the oven and set aside.

4. Melt vegan butter in a frying pan. Then add the shallots. Whisk together the broth and arrowroot powder. Add that mixture and the wine to the pan. Mix in the lemon juice, capers, and agave syrup.

5. Add the cauliflower steaks and spoon the sauce over them. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until heated through. Serve garnished with lemon slices, if using.