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The English test of the ACT contains 75 multiple choice questions across two sections: Usage and Mechanics, and Rhetoric. The Usage and Mechanics section contains questions on punctuation, grammar, usage, and sentence structure. The Rhetoric section contains questions testing writing strategies, organization, and style. Students are given 45 minutes to complete the two sections.
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