ACT Practice Test 4 - Take the test and learn scoring

Oct 9, 2026

ACT Practice Test 4 provides a complete, standalone practice experience for the ACT, including three multiple-choice sections (English, Mathematics, Reading) and optional Science plus an optional Writing test. The material explains that some embedded field-test items are not included in scored results, outlines recommended conditions for timed practice, and directs students to use sample answer documents, official scoring guidance, and self-scoring instructions. It also includes examinee statements, certification, and signature information for test compliance.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages70

Reading Time2 h 56 min

AccessFree to download

Overview of the ACT

Taking the Practice Tests

Practice Multiple Choice Test

Practice Writing Test Prompt

Practice Answer Document

How to Score the Practice Multiple-Choice Tests

Scoring the Practice Writing Test

ACT® Practice Test 4 2026 | 2027 A Message to Students The practice test provided here is intended to help you do your best on the ACT to gain admission to colleges and universities. While this is a standalone practice test, ACT includes helpful hints and test-taking strategies, as well as an additional complete practice ACT in the document Preparing for the ACT. These practice tests include “retired” questions from earlier test subjects given on previous test dates at ACT test centers. Also featured are a practice writing test, a sample answer document, answer keys, and selfscoring instructions. Read this document carefully and take the practice test well before test day. That way, you will be familiar with the test format, test subjects and what they measure, and strategies you can use to do your best on test day. You may also want to consider The Official ACT® Self-Paced Course, Powered by Kaplan® to learn test content and strategies in a virtual classroom. To view all of our test preparation options, go to [www.act.org/the-act/testprep](www.act.org/the-act/testprep). Contents Overview of the ACT 2 Taking the Practice Tests 2 Practice Multiple Choice Test 3 Practice Writing Test Prompt 50 Practice Answer Document 54 How to Score the Practice Multiple-Choice Tests 62 Scoring the Practice Writing Test 67 [www.act.org](www.act.org) © 2026 by ACT Education Corp. All rights reserved. Page 1 of 70 QU00002-4 .CJ24048 Overview of the ACT The ACT test consists of three multiple-choice sections—English, mathematics, and reading. Students may opt to take an optional multiplechoice science section and/or an optional writing section. Some colleges and universities require or accept ACT science or writing scores, so you may consider taking the science and writing sections. | Test | Questions | Minutes per Test | | --- | --- | --- | English 50 (40 scored) 35 Mathematics 45 (41 scored) 50 Reading 36 (27 scored) 40 Science (optional) 40 (34 scored) 40 Writing (optional) 1 essay 40 Each of the multiple-choice sections will include some embedded field test items that will not be included in your score. The results of the embedded field test items help develop future test questions. These items are not labeled, so you will not know which items contribute to your score. You should try your best on all items. Taking the Practice Tests It is a good idea to take the practice tests under conditions as similar as possible to those you will experience on test day. The following tips will help you: z If you are taking the ACT (without science or writing), the three multiple-choice tests require 2 hours 20 minutes to complete. Take them in order, in one sitting, with a 10-to-15-minute break between Tests 2 and 3. If you take the ACT + science, the four multiple-choice sections of the test require 3 hours, with a 10-to 15-minute break between Tests 2 and 3. z You will need only sharpened, soft lead No. 2 pencils and good erasers. Remove all other items from your desk. You will not be allowed to use unapproved scratch paper, but you can use the test booklet to make notes. z If you plan to use a permitted calculator on the mathematics test, use the same one you will use on test day. z Use a digital timer or clock to time yourself on each practice test. Set your timer for five minutes less than the time allowed for each test so you can get used to the verbal announcement of five minutes remaining. z Give yourself only the time allowed for each test. z Detach and use the sample answer document on pages 54–61. z Read the test directions on the first page of each multiple-choice test. These are the same directions that will appear in your test booklet on test day. z Start your timer and begin with Test 1. Continue through Test 4, if taking the optional science section, or end after Test 3 if you are not taking the science section. taking a 10-to-15-minute break between Tests 2 and 3. Use

FAQs

What sections are included in the ACT Practice Test 4?

The test includes multiple-choice sections for English, Mathematics, and Reading. It also supports optional Science and an optional Writing essay, depending on the format taken.

Why do some questions not affect the score?

Each multiple-choice section may include embedded field-test items that are not counted in the score. They are not labeled, so students should answer every item to the best of their ability.

How should students take the practice tests for best results?

Students should simulate test-day conditions, use the time limits for each section, start with Test 1, and take the planned breaks between tests. They should also use the provided sample answer document and follow the instructions for timing and scoring.

Oct 9, 2026

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