I am testing in December and have hit a wall in my score improvements. In LR I am weakest on Flaw, Parallel Reasoning, and RRE. I also tend to get dinged sometimes on NA, I am at 76% correct over the last 5 prep tests for these. I am looking to improve each of these. Anyone have any methods they have used to sharpen up that last little bit? Especially with these questions types? The more specific you can be, the better. I am on the cusp of scoring into where I want to be, I just need to get there.
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I can't tell if I'm burnt out or not :(
I think it's because I don't get much sleep, but recently I've found Reading Comprehension so hard. I usually miss 2-7 per exam (just in total, not per passage), but recently when I do single passages, I do a lot worse.
I can feel myself not focusing on the passages. But no matter what I do I can't go back to having that connection with the passage like I once had.
has anyone else felt this way?
I'm wondering how people are handling the reading comp sections? I know some say to do what you're best at first but I feel like the only ones I'm good at are the comparative passages and there's only one of those per test. Anyone have any recommendations on how not to fail at reading comp?
I have read in some blogs that for the most part, you will score around -3 to -5 points less on your actual LSAT exam when compared average score you got on recent Practice Exams. Is there some truth to this? For those of you that are perhaps retaking, was your score a few points less than than what you got on the practice tests?
I completed most of the core curriculum (90% or so) mid way through October and have been taking PT's ever since then. I have taken 20 PT's at this point and plan on taking 13 more before test day in December. I have an average of 169.5 but recently, on my last 10 or so I have averaged a 172 with 3 or 4 scores of 176 and above. I
know I can dominate this test and I have worked very hard up until this point and plan on continuing to work hard, but does anyone have any tips on how to really make sure you dominate on test day? I took the LSAT in June of 2013 and got a 160 (I choked pretty hard), but now I see the test in such a different way and my scores have reflected that. I am confident in my abilities, but has anyone done anything specific to make sure they are ready to perform when it comes to test day?
I am consistently 100% on LG, 3-4 wrong on LR overall, and 3-5 wrong on RC. I still have yet to feel as dominant on RC as I do on LG and LR, but getting to that level seems almost impossible for me right now, I just don't see RC answers as clear cut as other sections. Does anyone have any elite RC tips that can push me up to the level of perfection?
What other things are high scorers doing before test day that help them achieve peak performance on test day? If anyone has any advice on how to push for that 175 + score on test day, feel free to share.
Thanks!
Just looking for a few tips regarding LG. I've been seemingly stuck around -1 though -4 ish for about 2 months now. I can't quite put my finger on it but I used to think I was making great strides and would soon be able to finish -0 without too much pressure. However I just haven't made the step up I thought I would. I still struggle to finish an LG section that I haven't seen before. I don't think there's any real trends. Sometimes I feel as though an easy game takes a bit too long and sometimes I get stuck with difficult game at the end and lose a few questions.
I have done probably 40-45 PTs and redone many games that I had trouble with. I don't know what else to really do to get those perfect game sections. LG is really vital for me because I feel as though I will need a -0 in games to reach my target score.
Any help would be appreciated into insights/ similar problems for others.
Hi i am logged onto the lsage app on my phone but i cant see the words on the screen. I can hear u on the video and see a red dot which u use to explain but i cant see the words. Could u help please?
This may be a very general question but I hope someone can help summarize or advise on the process of applying through LSAC and to clear some confusion i'm having - Are there any schools that don't need or necessitate applying through LSAC...or do all schools accept/require you to apply through there?
Is my personal statement meant to be a general one that is sent to multiple schools through the LSAC process or one that can be tailored to each school? Because I am refining my school list and having my transcripts sent, I don't know what the next step looks like.
Any tips in general on the LSAC process from those who have already begun would be appreciated. Thanks for your time.
Hey 7Sagers! I see a lot of you posting your emails on the forums and it's great that you want to get involved and help other students / study with other students! I just wanted to let you know that by posting your email (in the [studentservices@7sage.com] format, for example), you have the potential to receive unwanted emails by spambots and such.
My suggestion would be to either PM the person you're trying to message on 7Sage, or "encode" it like this: [studentservices at 7sage dot com]
Hope that helps!
I've heard a lot of talk that meditation can help significantly with your LSAT score and stress levels. Can people with experience meditating for the LSAT explain their process and success?
Hi -
I took some college science courses while in high school and my understanding from LSAC is that I'm supposed to send those transcripts to them as well for my UGPA (correct?)
Overall that's a good thing because there were some As that will help my GPA - BUT there is one C+ that counts for 1.0 credit (a lab credit)....Should I write an addendum for this 1 credit while I was in high school?
My pre-law advisor says it's a moot point because I don't even need to submit the grades at all since the credit (but not the grade) is already included in my actual college GPA. I don't know if I agree with this - I thought LSAC was pretty clear about including every grade that was counted for Undergrad...?
I realize I'm asking a few questions here, please weigh in on all or what you can.
Hello all,
I am getting between 4-8 wrong on LR each section, yet am not really exhibiting any pattern of getting certain questions wrong. I always have a mix of which ones I get wrong. Do I just keep drilling sections do improve this? Because so far it hasn't helped all that much. Anyone who has good input is appreciated!
Hi Guys,
With the December Test approaching I've noticed a weird thing that has been happening alot. I score about 20% higher on the second LR section even when the second LR is harder. Is anyone else having this problem? Any tips or suggestions? How do some of you guys who score consistently warm up your brain before taking PT's? Thanks!!
That is, if you guys are looking for suggestions:
"Let the Games begin!"
"We will destroy this LSAT, and when it is done and the test is finished, then you have my permission to live."
"You think Logic Games are your ally? You merely adopted Lawgic. I was born in it, molded by it. I couldn't finish the section until I came to 7sage, and by then the clarity was BLINDING."
*finds Logic Games Bundle* "J.Y., your precious armory! Gratefully accepted. We will need it."
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I just realized that the reason why I have trouble with suff assumption questions is because I have difficulty finding the core for difficult LRs. PT 63, S3 #17 is a prime example. I don't want to copy the prompt here for fear of getting 7Sage in trouble (copyright issues?). Can anyone take a look at it and give some advice as to how to de-clutter the stimulus? I don't want to spoil it so I won't yet say why it's a more difficult prompt. Thank you in advance!
Dear 7Sagers in Seoul,
We cordially invite you to join us at our Seoul Social on Wednesday, Nov. 12th, 6pm-10pm.
Mr. Ham of Castle Praha in Hongdae is graciously hosting us on the 1st floor of his landmark restaurant (internationally renowned for beer).
Replete with food and drinks, the event will be a wonderful opportunity for you to meet your fellow 7Sagers in Seoul and to meet J.Y. as well. I know he's looking forward to meeting each and every one of you.
(Please do so soon as tickets are limited!)
Let me know if you guys have any questions.
Warm wishes,
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How would you guys suggest going through Reading Comp?
I know it's been suggested to do the passages that you are best at first...
But for me, I feel like.... I would rather start with the passages that have the most questions (3 and 4th usually) and do the first two last.
Does anyone else do this?
The December test date is approaching. When do you all recommend to stop studying and just try and relax. What do you think is the best thing to do to try and increase that last little bit in the final weeks before the test?
I am taking the December LSAT. The last lsat exam i scored a 155. I am looking to score in the 160's/ 170 if possible. If you are serious and in the process of taking timed PT, please send me an email. esthera_09@hotmail.com. I also live in Miami.
Hello everyone!!! I am currently studying to take the LSAT both in December and February. I am looking to start a study group in the Miami area! So if anyone is interested email me at laura.rodr29@gmail.com!!
Hi all, trying to improve on the games section here and I've just purchased the Games from Preptests 1-35 -- does it say anywhere how these are sorted? Also, do you know if the additional games in Preptests 35-50 are available for purchase?? Thanks so much!
I have been prepping for the LSAT for approximately 3 months now. I have been able to improve a bit from my baseline score but I am still struggling with logic games. I usually finish 3 games. I can never complete all 4 games, and end up having to guess.
Do you have any strategies on how to improve my timing in order to be able to finish the 4 games? I will be taking the exam in December and if I'm able to improve this area, my score would be much better.
Thank you in advance!
Hello,
I've got a lot of prep tests to take still and I have printed out many already. How bad would it be if I saved a couple trees and took the test by just using the PDF on my iPad? I've already done more than a few practice sections like this, but not full tests. I feel like as long as I practice with a couple real printed out tests here and there I'll be fine.
I'm interested in opinions. :)
Thanks,
DG
Hey 7Sagers,
Received an email today from a user asking which PT this is from and I can't really identify it! Anyone recognize which PT this question is from? Thanks! Here's the full email:
I'm currently a 7Sage student - any way you could tell me what PT this RC section belongs to? I printed out some supplementary RC practice when I took a princeton review course and have been unable to find out which test this is. See attached.
Thank you for your help!
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Hi guys I am a LSAT retaker. I scored 162 in the Sept LSAT. As the score is way lower then my PTs (around 172), and after asking several high scorers (over 175) they strongly suggested me to find a study partner, because having a partner will urge one to compete and avoid cutting-corners while reviewing LSAT.
As I current located in a place hard to find a LSAT buddy, I am writing this discussion to see if any one want to be my partner and discuss once per 3 day on skype (about 1 hr per time ) to go through the PTs each period.
Thanks!