So, this is my first time posting on the Forum; I didn't really know where else to turn. I see a lot of people post their highest scores, tips on how to get better, trying to do their best for test day and while I really commend that, I don't know if anyone else feels the way that I do, and I could really use some advice and get out of my own head.

The plan is to take the test in October, and I started studying at the end of May. I'm vastly behind on the 7Sage study schedule, mostly because I've been struggling to find study methods/materials that were effective for me. My diagnostic was a 151, and my highest PT has been 158 (I struggle the most with LG).

At one point, I burned myself out by doing a week of PTs in a row, studying 8-10 hours/day most days. I cried every night at the thought of going to sleep and waking up to do a test, taking meds to force myself to sleep so that I could wake up and start exactly at 8:30AM. I took a two week long break recently, feeling guilty and anxious the whole time as time is running out until the official test day; I latest PT back from that was also a 151. Back to square one.

I realize this may be inappropriate to post on an LSAT prep website, but I want to give up. I would like the guilt and sadness and anxiety to stop, but I also feel guilty about the amount of money I've already sunk into starting this process. The LSAT represents the gateway to a possible future for me, but also one of intense stress added onto present COVID conditions. On one hand, my brain tells me that I'm just being lazy, that I'm making excuses and making myself the victim of my circumstances. On the other, I just don't want to feel like I want to die.

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When sentences start with "Even if" or "Even when" or "Even though", I've had a bit of trouble parsing out why LSAT writers put the word "even" there in the first place.

I've come to the conclusion the word "even" is irrelevant when evaluating logical arguments. We don't need to look at it when we are parsing out sentences, because there is usually already a phrase that encompasses the logical meaning of what comes after "even". The word "even" indicates an additional premise that the author may be using as a concession to an argument, but nonetheless is irrelevant when it comes to understanding the basic logical structure.

For example, a very simplified version:

All animals are cute, even if they are brown.

Dogs are animals.

Therefore, dogs are cute.

Here, in this example, and in all the examples of the word "even" I have so far encountered, the even is essentially doing nothing for us from a logical standpoint. The phrase "all animals are cute" already encompasses brown animals, because we are talking about every single animal in the world, so we must be also talking about brown animals.

We do not even need the point that brown ones are cute. So it's doing nothing here but distracting us.

I've found that that is the case for all sentences and phrases that start with "even if".

NOTE: For RC, it may be a little different. Although for logical purposes it may be irrelevant, "even if" in RC could emphasize the author's tone and how he feels, which is much more relevant for RC than LR.

This analysis is from my personal experience going through LR problems. If anyone can find a use of the word "even" that is relevant in logical reasoning, please share.

According to the email, they're going to try to be more accommodating for international test takers this time around. How hopeful is everyone that this'll work out? Are you going to try to reach out to LSAC if you can't get a good time slot? Anything else you're doing to prepare for the worst? Would love to hear what worked for people since taking the test at 6AM did not go well for me... And any encouragement you have for international test takers since there's so many more barriers for us T.T We can at least support each other!

Noticing that some people will do a lesson question before viewing JY's explanation. Some others do not. I'm not talking PT's and full sections, just the individual video explanations prior to the Problem Sets.

Is there a 7Sage preferred method here, or pure learner preference? I am vacillating!

So much great wisdom floating around here! Thanks!

For those that are planning on taking or have already taken an LSAT-Flex, do you recommend taking 3 section practice tests instead of the regular 4 section tests to accurately reflect the situation of test day? However, I definitely need the extra LR practice...

any advice?

I just tried the 2nd logic game from PT8 - did it as a problem set.

I was COMPLETELY stumped. completely. i guessed on 4/5 questions.

then on blind review, I realized that scrolling was necessary to see the last, and most important, rule.

I would hate so much for this or something like this to happen on the actual LSAT.

how similar/different is the 7sage problem set/prep test platform to that of LSAC's?

is scrolling for additional rules a factor on the digital LSAT?

is the system for greying out answers you rule out the same?

what's the best way to simulate the actual digital environment?

I just got an email from LSAC that the October test will be Flex. I score lower on the Flex PTs and I am wondering if I should change to the November LSAT to have more time to prepare. My only worries are that December is pretty late to apply and I couldn't retake it. Should I take the October Flex and register for the November one just in case, or should I just switch to November completely??

I am totally lost with the 7sage interface. I thought I could click the recycle button when I am reviewing, or go back to "PrepTests" and click on the PT I wanted again, but no luck. I just can't figure out how to retake a part of a PT in the regular format in which I can cross out answers and have the correct answer hidden. I would appreciate any guidance here. #help

So I signed up for the August LSAT and have decided to push it back to October, but for the life of me I cannot figure out how to get get the coupon for the Ausgust flex. Can anyone help?

For those of you who have done LR questions from PT's 1-16 and also PT's 35 and above, do you feel that the older PT's LR questions are a bit more difficult or not as straight forward? What are your opinions?

I am scoring just a few points under my goal score on the past couple PT and noticed a trend. For LR, I am usually getting 13/15 correct on the first 15, and then shit the bed on the last 10 ish and go -10 for test section. Does anyone have any similar problems? Should I just drill more difficult questions ? maybe i should skip 15-20 and jump to last 5 ?

thank you

Hi! im planning on taking the November test and would love to have a partner to hold each other accountable. Im currently testing in the 145-150 score range and would like to be getting up to at least 165. HMU!

This is a bit of a personal question but I wonder if anyone has any thoughts or has been in a similar situation.

My cold diagnostic LSAT test written end of May was 148 –my strongest to weakest sections were RC, LR, LG respectively. My goal score is anywhere in the low 160s. I have been studying with 7Sage since then and am about 80% through the course (just finishing LG but in need of some serious fool proofing time even after I finish). I have not done any timed section practices, or PTs as I was waiting until I was done with the CC.

I signed up for the August-Flex but now am reconsidering, as I really don't feel ready to write yet (not having finished the CC and haven't taken a PT since my diagnostic). I am wondering if I should:

Maybe I should take a day before the 21st to write a PT and see how I score to help make this decision? I had friends last summer who only took a month to three months for the LSAT and scored well enough for me, its making me feel like I should write it to get it over with? Or should I be patient and wait until I feel more ready? If I reschedule to November it could not be a flex anymore and no score preview but not sure if that is worth it?

Not sure if anyone's been in this situation. I feel like the 7Sage community is so helpful so it couldn't hurt to reach out.

Thank you for any thoughts!!

If I enroll in the monthly course at this time in the month, will the month be considered to have ended four weeks from now or at the end of August? Trying to see when would be most cost-effective for signing up, Thanks!

Hi 7-sagers. I’m scheduled to take the August flex in a couple weeks. This I my first go around so I do not have a writing sample on file. For those that took the writing sample online, did you take it the day before? Also, is it possible to tale the writing sample after you take the LSAT? For example if I took the LSAT on a Saturday, could I take the writing portion the following Monday? Thanks

I requested accommodations for the October LSAT and I am pretty certain I will get approved for 50% additional time. I'm wondering if I should do 50% additional time on practice sets and PTs, or if it would be beneficial to try to do it within the regular amount of time so when it comes time to do the actual test it will feel somewhat easier with the extra time?

Hello 7sagers,

I am a graduating senior this Fall 2020 and I wanted to ask how you guys are able to balance a rigorous workload (school, work, etc..) and study for the LSAT as well. I've been able to study consistently these past couple of weeks because of summer classes being pretty lax, but as the school year picks up its going to become more difficult. I'm a little anxious because of how the semester might be, so I'm reaching out for advice. I have a couple of questions down below you can answer, but if you have any other advice you can offer don't hesitate to drop a comment! Thanks for all your help and I appreciate it in advance.

What were ways you used to relieve stress?

What were some metrics you used to measure your growth?

How do you maintain a healthy work - life balance?

How long does it generally takes to get through most of the core curriculum until the point that you are doing strictly practice tests ? I do mean in such a way that you are actively learning and not attempting a speed run ! Obviously everyone learns at different speeds and has different schedules ! So feel free to ball park it or give a rough estimate.

I am just trying to figure out how much time I have to realistically learn before my test.

Thanks, and as always you rock !

Has anyone received confirmation from LSAC that it is okay to use the search function (Ctrl-F) during the test? Also even if LSAC approves it, would it be any potential miscommunication with the Proctor U staff during the test day?

Hello, I was just wondering where the option is to buy a couple tests here on 7sage? I only have access to the low 70's right now as I am only an Ultimate member. I remember seeing an option for it a couple months back, but maybe things have changed now? Any help would be much appreciated!

Hi guys,

I know this is a boring and impossible-to-guess question, but I can't stop worrying about it 😂. Does anyone have any idea? I'll probably call a representative sometime this week

Is there a way to make the 7sage lsat reading comp section more like the real thing? I read somewhere that when words are referenced in line numbers, they are automatically highlighted in the digital LSAT so we don’t have to search for them. Is this true & is there a way to do it with the 7sage LSAT?

Does anyone know if I need to schedule the LSAT writing sample or if I can take it at any time through the link on my account?

Hi everyone! I'm consistently seeing a gap between my actual and BR scores on the prep tests, where my actual scores are in the mid 160s and my BRs are mid-high 170s. This is usually driven by my RC and LR sections - I'm wondering if anyone has any tips for bridging this gap?

I'm taking the August LSAT so looking for anything I can do that could help me improve my score in two weeks. Any tips would be helpful, thanks all!