#feedback This passage was assigned to me as one of the two passages in the "Critique or Debate Passages Drill" at the end of the section. It would be great if the passages used in the core curriculum weren't chosen as part of the Drill.
#feedback I have the same feedback as another user. Can you please make the paragraph accessible to read without any analysis before jumping in? Thank you!
#feedback formatting for the text lesson is off on this page. In one part the paragraph is in regular font, then it's italicized. Makes it a bit confusing; I would also prefer to the the whole paragraph to read on my own, like the previous lessons. Then see Kevins analysis. I get we're in the learning phase, but getting the whole paragraph as it is instead of already broken up would be more helpful in the long run.
Well, it's nice to know that if my writing sucks because I make overly long paragraphs that fail to properly break up and organize information in a digestible fashion for my readers, I can just become an LSAT writer.
Not sure if my low-res summaries for this first paragraph were too detailed or not. I'm pretty sure this paragraph definitely warrants at least 3 in-paragraph low-res summaries. I ended up with 4. My summaries in this first paragraph are also just a smidge wordier than I'd like too. In any case, I think the first paragraph of this passage is a pretty good exercise for low-res summarizing.
I struggle to articulate information clearly unless I create a detailed blueprint of the passage—writing down specific main points and reviewing what I’ve read. This approach took me 30 minutes for this passage, but I answered all the questions correctly. I have no idea how I’ll build the speed to do it in 10 minutes, but for now, I’m prioritizing accuracy. Trying to catch up with time feels overwhelming, and the impact on my performance and self-esteem is significant.
hello! I am in the same boat as you currently, wanted to ask if you would be willing to share if things got better for you by continuing with this method? I say this because you wrote this comment 4 weeks ago? - would love to hear your experience
It gets easier with time. Your reading speed will improve.
- Outline each passage by summarizing what each paragraph is discussing.
- Before jumping into the questions, quickly recap the main ideas of each paragraph.
- Ask yourself: What is this paragraph trying to tell me?
- At the end of the passage, identify the main point—the central message the author wants to convey.
- Read carefully, but don’t get stuck on every detail. If you don’t fully grasp an idea, focus on how it connects to the bigger picture.
- Not every detail is crucial—most passages have a main argument with supporting examples.
- If a passage feels confusing, don’t panic. Struggling with comprehension doesn’t define your ability.
- Practice is key. Review every RC question, and go back to the passage to pinpoint where the correct answer came from.
Take it one step at a time. Progress takes patience. I may not be the smartest, but I’m consistent in learning from my mistakes—and that’s what truly matters!
When I was 11 remember watching Jeremy Wade go to Papua New Guinea to catch river monsters, and that's the only reason I know this country exists haha. If ykyk
Inclined to share this because most people don't understand what it means for a country to be a "developing" country. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP8CzlFhc14&t=714s&ab_channel=JamesThompson
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i majored in media studies (and loved it!!) and this passage is retribution for that astronomy passage a while ago
#feedback i wish they included the entire passage so you can read it before going into the analysis, similar to the "show the question" button
first paragraph coulda been its own mini passage, damn.
"maybe you're drooling a little bit..."
#feedback This passage was assigned to me as one of the two passages in the "Critique or Debate Passages Drill" at the end of the section. It would be great if the passages used in the core curriculum weren't chosen as part of the Drill.
The semicolon is the best punctuation in the English language; I can do stuff like this!
#feedback I have the same feedback as another user. Can you please make the paragraph accessible to read without any analysis before jumping in? Thank you!
@fmarshal90 This ^^^^^^
#feedback "Brain dead" is no longer super socially acceptable in 2025
I can not understand this at all. This is a very difficult read. How can I understand this?
#feedback formatting for the text lesson is off on this page. In one part the paragraph is in regular font, then it's italicized. Makes it a bit confusing; I would also prefer to the the whole paragraph to read on my own, like the previous lessons. Then see Kevins analysis. I get we're in the learning phase, but getting the whole paragraph as it is instead of already broken up would be more helpful in the long run.
Well, it's nice to know that if my writing sucks because I make overly long paragraphs that fail to properly break up and organize information in a digestible fashion for my readers, I can just become an LSAT writer.
Not sure if my low-res summaries for this first paragraph were too detailed or not. I'm pretty sure this paragraph definitely warrants at least 3 in-paragraph low-res summaries. I ended up with 4. My summaries in this first paragraph are also just a smidge wordier than I'd like too. In any case, I think the first paragraph of this passage is a pretty good exercise for low-res summarizing.
I struggle to articulate information clearly unless I create a detailed blueprint of the passage—writing down specific main points and reviewing what I’ve read. This approach took me 30 minutes for this passage, but I answered all the questions correctly. I have no idea how I’ll build the speed to do it in 10 minutes, but for now, I’m prioritizing accuracy. Trying to catch up with time feels overwhelming, and the impact on my performance and self-esteem is significant.
hello! I am in the same boat as you currently, wanted to ask if you would be willing to share if things got better for you by continuing with this method? I say this because you wrote this comment 4 weeks ago? - would love to hear your experience
thank you so much for your response and advice confused potato <3
Keep at it!
It gets easier with time. Your reading speed will improve.
- Outline each passage by summarizing what each paragraph is discussing.
- Before jumping into the questions, quickly recap the main ideas of each paragraph.
- Ask yourself: What is this paragraph trying to tell me?
- At the end of the passage, identify the main point—the central message the author wants to convey.
- Read carefully, but don’t get stuck on every detail. If you don’t fully grasp an idea, focus on how it connects to the bigger picture.
- Not every detail is crucial—most passages have a main argument with supporting examples.
- If a passage feels confusing, don’t panic. Struggling with comprehension doesn’t define your ability.
- Practice is key. Review every RC question, and go back to the passage to pinpoint where the correct answer came from.
Take it one step at a time. Progress takes patience. I may not be the smartest, but I’m consistent in learning from my mistakes—and that’s what truly matters!
You are the best Confused_potato1! Thank you for your advice!!
Any Help with learning how to create low res I find I struggle with that a lot like. I Draw blanks when it comes to forming that stuff on the spot
#feedback it would be nice if the paragraph wasn't broken up in the text portion of this page
You can click "Quick View" above the video if you want to view the whole passage plain
When I was 11 remember watching Jeremy Wade go to Papua New Guinea to catch river monsters, and that's the only reason I know this country exists haha. If ykyk
"You’ve grown up so fast!" I HAVEN'T, BRING ME THE WHEELS AAAAAA (jk I understand it's time to be a LSAT adult..... sadly..........
Inclined to share this because most people don't understand what it means for a country to be a "developing" country. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP8CzlFhc14&t=714s&ab_channel=JamesThompson
Ah yes, the western classic, Law & Order
the defense of the semicolon :')
Papua New Guinea out here catching strays