I'm signed up to take the ACT with Writing, but I'm not sure how much extra time the writing section adds to the test. Can anyone help me understand how long it will take to complete everything, including the Essay section?
The ACT with Writing consists of four multiple-choice sections followed by the optional writing section (Essay). Here's a breakdown of the test structure and timing:
1. English: 75 questions, 45 minutes
2. Math: 60 questions, 60 minutes
3. Reading: 40 questions, 35 minutes
4. Science: 40 questions, 35 minutes
5. Writing (Essay): 1 essay, 40 minutes
In total, the ACT with Writing will take 3 hours and 35 minutes to complete, excluding any breaks. There is a 10-15 minute break between the Math and Reading sections, so the actual testing time, including the break, will be around 3 hours and 45-50 minutes. If you're not taking the writing section, the ACT without Writing is 2 hours and 55 minutes long, plus the break time.
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