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The ACT rewards speed and strategy as much as knowledge. Trellis builds both with adaptive practice across all four sections and pacing drills that match the real test.
What your child gets
Pacing Is Everything
The ACT is a speed test. You get roughly 36 seconds per Science question. Trellis drills pacing until it's automatic.
Section-by-Section
Diagnostic testing identifies your weakest section. Most students gain the most points by focusing on their worst area first.
Science Demystified
ACT Science isn't about memorizing facts. It's about reading graphs fast. Trellis teaches the specific skills this section requires.
Instant Explanations
Every wrong answer gets a detailed walkthrough. Ask follow-up questions until you understand the reasoning completely.
ACT Sections Covered
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ACT English (75 questions, 45 min): Grammar and usage, sentence structure, punctuation, rhetorical skills, organization, and style.
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ACT Math (60 questions, 60 min): Pre-algebra, elementary algebra, intermediate algebra, coordinate geometry, plane geometry, and trigonometry.
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ACT Reading (40 questions, 35 min): Prose fiction, social science, humanities, and natural science passages. Main idea, detail, inference, and vocabulary questions.
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ACT Science (40 questions, 35 min): Data representation, research summaries, and conflicting viewpoints. Graph reading, experimental design, and scientific reasoning.
How Trellis Prepares You
ACT vs SAT: Which Should You Take?
Both tests are accepted by virtually all US colleges. The ACT tends to favour students who work quickly and have strong science literacy. The SAT tends to favour students who are comfortable with multi-step reasoning and evidence-based analysis.
Not sure which suits you? Try a timed practice section for each with Trellis. Your scores and comfort level will make the answer obvious.
ACT English Topics
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Subject-verb agreement and pronoun use
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Comma rules and punctuation
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Sentence structure and fragments
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Transitions and logical flow
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Conciseness and redundancy
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Tone and style consistency
ACT Math Topics
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Fractions, decimals, and percentages
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Linear equations and inequalities
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Quadratics and polynomials
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Functions and function notation
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Coordinate geometry (slopes, midpoints, distance)
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Triangles, circles, and area/volume
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Trigonometry (SOHCAHTOA, unit circle basics)
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Probability and statistics
ACT Science: What It Actually Tests
The ACT Science section confuses many students because it doesn’t test science knowledge. It tests your ability to read and interpret scientific data quickly. You’ll see experiments you’ve never heard of — and that’s fine. The answers are always in the graphs, tables, and passage text.
Trellis teaches the three question types (data representation, research summaries, conflicting viewpoints) with hundreds of practice passages. Most students see significant improvement in just 2-3 weeks of focused Science practice.
Skip the $2,000 Prep Course
Commercial ACT prep courses charge $1,000-3,000 for structured practice with explanations. Trellis provides the same core experience — adaptive practice, instant feedback, section-specific strategy — at a fraction of the cost (see pricing). Read our complete SAT/ACT prep strategy guide for a 12-week study plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Trellis cover the ACT Science section?
Yes. The ACT Science section tests data interpretation, scientific reasoning, and experimental design. Trellis teaches you how to read graphs, tables, and experimental setups quickly and accurately.
How is ACT prep different from SAT prep?
The ACT has four sections (English, Math, Reading, Science) and is not adaptive. It rewards speed more than the SAT. Trellis adjusts its practice to match the ACT’s specific format and pacing demands.
Is Trellis free for ACT prep?
See our pricing page for current plans.
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