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time management
summary
this content provides a comprehensive guide on how to effectively utilize the 40 minutes allocated for the essay section of the act, emphasizing the importance of planning, organization, and time management.
- planning is crucial for a high-scoring essay, with a recommendation to spend 10-15 minutes on this stage to ensure strong examples and organization.
- the essay's structure should include an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion, with specific time allocations suggested for each part.
- proofreading in the final minutes is essential for cleaning up sentences and improving word choice, rather than adding new content.
- visual cues and the resetting of a watch to noon can help manage time effectively during the essay writing process.
- practice sessions with varying durations are advised to improve planning, introduction and body paragraph writing, and overall essay rhythm.
chapters
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the importance of planning
03:01
essay structure and time management
04:59
proofreading and final touches
06:10
visual time management cues
07:42
practice strategies for the essay
