The ACT Essay The SAT Essay Optional, but most schools require it Last section of the exam, 30 minutes Score is separate from ACT Composite score – out of 12 points Students should examine both sides of an argument Essay is graded on a rubric Questions based on high school Included in every SAT First section of the exam, 25 minutes Score is a part of SAT Composite score, also listed separately – 12 pts Students should pick a side and defend it Essay is graded holistically Fortune cookie style questions ACT and SAT Essay Differences
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