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Hey all,

I've been struggling with a problem, that is, repeating my mistake on some old questions, since the first day of my prep. At first, I made sure I understood the rationale behind the right answer and the wrong ones. Later on, maybe a week later, I find myself repeating the old mistake. I tried my best to internalize what I learned from the mistakes. My method is to cut off the questions and make them into flashcards, which seems to have helped me on this front. Do you guys have some helpful methods to really learn from the mistakes you made?

Thanks!

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Hey all, I tested yesterday; I was a weather reschedule for the Feb 8th test.

I thought I'd just take a moment and let anyone who's interested know a bit about how a rescheduled test could potentially be a bit different than what you're preparing for =)

So in the event that you have to take a rescheduled test (I guess this is only likely during the winter season tests), be aware that you may run across a test whose LG go back to single-page format (I was a bit surprised for this when I opened up my test). In addition, while the RC section seemed pretty modern (I think as a result of needing to have the comparative section), the LR seemed very dated, and almost definitely were indeed. This seemed obvious to me, because (1) The wording was much more similar to the 40's than the 50's, 60's or 70's, and (2) the question content dated themselves at times pretty obviously (reference to the current popularity of the desktop PC and such).

LG were also -- for lack of a better way to describe them -- weird, just like they were in the 40's and before.

All of that to say, if you find yourself rescheduled, it might be worth your time to practice a LG section in the old style beforehand, and to maybe take or retake a PT in the 40's (which are just so much different from the 60's on) just incase =) certainly not a necessity by any means, but just be aware of the possiblity of an older-feeling rescheduled test!

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Does anyone know if the autumn LSAT has been changed from October to September? I was just on LSAC and these were the options that came up:

June 2014

September 2014 - not yet available

December 2014 - not yet available

February 2015 - not yet available

Thanks!

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So I finished the 7Sage course after 5 weeks and started my Preptests this week. The schedule has me doing two Preptests a week until the June LSAT.

During the course I was jam packed with work everyday. And this week after doing my first PrepTest on Monday I leisurely finished up Blind Review and a second review of my incorrect answers by Wednesday ( I could have finished it all by Tuesday). Anyway, I'm starting to feel a bit unproductive, coming off the last month of working really hard on the course.

Is there something else I can add, besides doing another Preptest a week? The schedule has me completing 36-71 by June.

Anything inexpensive that I can use to hone LSAT skills during the extra time during the week? Review the course?

or .... what am I doing wrong?

Thanks

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Hey everyone, we rolled out a new feature recently that lets you share your LSAT results with others. You can find it at http://classic.7sage.com/review-lsat-share/.

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Just a simple question. I feel like I could use a break but I feel incredibly guilty if I do because my scores are not where I want them to be and I'm a June test taker. I feel like I'd be wasting time but this test makes me feel like I have a thousand pounds of stress on my back some days.

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Looking to have a long-term committed study partner to meet once a week for June '14 test.

Discussing PTs and strategies can provide the benefit of two minds over one; also open to discussing any other sticking points.

I'll be retaking and have invested quite some time on this test by now. Shoot me a message if interested in giving this a try. Best!

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Hey guys, I'm starting my Preptests tomorrow and have a couple questions.

I'm assuming when taking Preptests, no one guesses on the answers left blank after time runs out? Just making sure.

And do you submit two scores into the 7Sage Scorer? What you finished and then Blind Review?

I just want to get an idea of what everyone's routine is

I'm thinking

1. Take Preptest

2. Check Score

3. Blind Review

4. Check Blind Review Score

Sound about right?

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I am planning to take the LSAT this June 2014, I took the LSAT in December and after studying for a year I went from a diagnostic of 139 to a score of 155(Dec 13). I used Blueprint, Manhattan, Powerscore and of course 7sage. I am wondering how can I use 7sage to continue my studies and reach my goal of 160+? Is this a good idea?

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To all who study this test,

As I first started to study the LSAT I was immediately drawn to my score. Even after one week of practice I was so concerned with a 160 that I would pause the timer, spend an extra 3 minutes on a curve breaker question then continue the test. This practice method showed me that I was capable of a 165 however, I was not practicing like it was the real thing.

When I was taking the Dec. LSAT, I immediately became nervous and flustered that time was slipping by and there was no option to pause for a question. By not feeling in control of the test, the test controlled me.

I received my score of 152 and as it is disappointing, this mark couldn't be more of a blessing. In life much like the LSAT, failure will come and obstacles will seem tiresome and daunting. The key is to reaffirm faith and believe that the light is at the end of the tunnel. This mark showed me how bad I want to study law and I realize that I can handle failure but I can't handle giving up. What I realize now is that no matter how bad your PT's are, you will grow and succeed for when the real test comes. I hope this little informative shows you that there are no short-cuts for success and I found this out the hard way. I hope everyone can understand that a score today does not mean the same score tomorrow...now go get that score you want.

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Tuesday, Feb 11, 2014

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Hey everyone! Hope all who took the February test did well! So I self studied for the December test with powerscore, found 7sage at the very very end and used the free resources. Now I will be taking the June test, I purchased the medium priced package here because I loved the free materials when studying for December as well as the BR approach. Now I have a question, I used up a lot of the practice tests because I assumed I would only be taking the LSAT once, I haven't done any tests from the 40s, a couple from the 50s, and then maybe 2 very recent tests. Now I'm planning on taking all the tests included with my plan, should I take them out of order and take the ones I've done before first? Leaving the fresh ones before test day, or the other way around? Thanks!

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Many of us took the test today.

I have no idea how I did, I'm simply incapable of judging myself the way I usually can after doing a PT.

So, how do you all think you did?

If anyone needs help figuring out which section was experimental, I'd be happy to help.

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Hi guys so I really need your advice.

I've been studying LSAT for like 2 - 3 months now.

Since Im currently in Korea, LSAT is on Feb 23rd

I'm in a situation where its bit different from you guys.

I am getting enlisted in Air Force on Feb 24th, that's why I tried to get my score before I get enlisted

However, I failed the december one big time...

I need to get at least 164 but scored lower than 160 on dec one.

Recently, I took a few PT 56-57-58 .

At first, it seemed like I was making some improvement as I scored 163 and 160 but then on today's 58..

I got like 25 wrongs without last section of LR.

To me, it feels like my LR skill just got worse. Im getting way too many wrongs on LR section.

If it were you guys, would u guys cancel Feb one and take the later LSAT?

the only reason i tried to get score before i get enlisted was as I was not guaranteed to study while im there

So, my original plan was to get the score then apply in 2015 and go back to US asap.

But now, I really don't know what to do because my score is simply not going up.

Yeah most ppl take LSAT once and gets it done,

well to me, since it was my dream to be a lawyer, I would not hesitate to take it for three times if necessary.

so yeah I really need u guys help!

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Hi all!!!

I'm on week 3 of a 19week study schedule. I'm going through little by little and Im on schedule. Some concepts have been easier than others to grasp right away.

I'd like to hear about your(newbies and veterans) experiences. I feel a bit overwhelmed sometimes that I wont beable to remember everything in the curriculum. haha

questions of interest:

1) is it more important to stay on the study schedule or to ensure that we have a very strong grasp on the material before moving to the next topic?

2) what are you doing in addition to watching the videos of the core curriculum?

Thank you!

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Of course you are. You're about to take an important test. It's not the most important test though. That one you will be taking in June.

Just kidding. This is likely the last LSAT you'll ever take.

I'm only trying to remind you that for something this important, there are second chances. That's not true for a lot of other important things in life, so that's something to feel good about.

For most of you, you already know what score you'll get. Take your last three recent properly administered LSAT PrepTests (e.g., 69, 70, 71) and average your score. You'll get plus or minus 3 points of that average.

There is nothing separating you from that score except the mere passing of a few day's time.

You are as prepared as you can be. You have already seen everything those crafty LSAT writers will throw at you and you've amply demonstrated your ability to respond with craftiness of your own.

Saturday will not be a new day and the February 2014 LSAT will not be a new LSAT. It will only be "LSAT PrepTest 72" which will be just like PT 71 and PT 70 and PT 69 and so on. (Well, sort of, they don't release this one.)

For Saturday, remember only this: keep moving.

You will encounter a few insanely difficult curve breaker questions. Every LSAT has them. Every student who has ever taken the LSAT before you has encountered them. You will encounter them (again) on Saturday. I am telling you this now, so you will be prepared. Skip those difficult questions. Maintain your rhythm.

Keep moving.

You got this.

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