Well I just took the test Dec 10, 2005 and I got my scores throught the early scores on ACTsudent.org. For the Bright Futures Scholarship I needed a 20 and I recieved a 21. I know that might sound bad to you but its pays my college so definitly use this books and make your score happen.

I rated this with 5 stars, because it gives three ACT tests that were used in the past, and I think it gives better practice to the student than "ACT LIKE" practice tests used in other books.
Some study in their own way, but I think that all need to take the tests in this book, because it gives them a good sense of where they might be standing when their "REAL ACT" test taking time comes around!

Everyone studies for the ACT in a different way but the one thing that everyone needs to do is practice. This book offers 3 practice tests published by the College Board. Getting into the ACT offers 2. My advice is get both of them. When I did 2 practice tests before this book I got 28's on both. Then I worked through the 3 tests in it and saw significant improvements each time. When I finally took the ACT I got a 31 on it so from personal experience I recommend this book.

The Real ACT Prep Guide is a great resource for preparing for the test. I can't understand why anyone would pay hundreds of dollars for a classroom course or private tutor, when they can just buy this book? The Real ACT Prep Guide allowed me to work at my own pace, whenever I wanted to, 24/7. Most importantly the "retired" practice test questions have given me a major confidence boost for the upcoming ACT.

This book is great. Not only does it have 3 actual ACT tests to practice with, but provides info on the new essay portion of the test. The tips and strategies included were very helpful. This is a must have for anyone preparing to take the ACT test.