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Hey everyone!! I really don't like reading on my computer/electronics for extended periods of time, and have a lot of trouble with long-term focus and concentration. I've been taking practice tests, and I always do the worst on the last section by somewhere between 3-6 incorrect answers. For example, today on my PT I scored LR -2, LG -3, and RC -9 (a much worse score than I typically get for RC).

I'm taking the October flex test and wanted to see if anyone else has/had this problem, and what strategies have worked for you!

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elenalevan880
Friday, Sep 25 2020

You can take an LSAT Flex practice test with three sections on the 7Sage platform (just click 'Simulate Flex'). Alternatively, you can log into LawHub where you'll be taking the test and take a practice test on the same interface as the original test — but that test will have 4 sections rather than 3.

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elenalevan880
Friday, Sep 25 2020

Would recommend going through the strategies for LG and practicing games to allow you to practice that strategy. Every day I would recommend drilling a full section. If you went over time or got answers wrong, watch the explanations then do that game again.

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elenalevan880
Friday, Sep 25 2020

I totally agree with what @ said! Check out with analytics which question types you really need to focus in on. That being said, I wouldn't recommend changing your strategy too close to the test. So if there was another book or strategy you were using before 7Sage, you may want to strengthen how you use that strategy rather than learning an entirely new one! Good luck!!

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elenalevan880
Friday, Sep 25 2020

I struggle with fatigue and typically find myself to score lowest on the final section, regardless of what it is. My biggest piece of advice is to make sure you take full-length tests to practice and working through what helps you stay focused.

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elenalevan880
Friday, Sep 25 2020

You can also sort by difficult level on the 7Sage problem set dashboard! I use the "harder" or "hardest" passages when I want a challenge to practice with.

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elenalevan880
Thursday, Sep 24 2020

I would suggest that if you don't know a word — move on! Read through it because there may be context clues that pop up after that word that help you figure out what the word means. For most sentences, you won't need to know what every single word means. You just need to understand the main points the author is trying to get across.

When you get stuck with two answer choices that are pretty similar, try to look at exactly what the difference is. Does one of the answer choices use a modifier like "some" or "all?" Does one of the answer choices exaggerate or try to get you to fall for something that's a little different than what is stated in the passage? Finding the difference between the two answer choices will help you find what it is that makes the correct answer stand out!

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elenalevan880
Thursday, Sep 24 2020

I'd suggest taking a look at your analytics, which will give you an idea of the question types you typically struggle with the most, and which you should prioritize. Then review those types of questions and run some drills with a lot of them. Make sure you review any you're even just a little unsure about so you're understanding the intricacies!

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elenalevan880
Thursday, Sep 24 2020

@ From my interpretation, you can take it in a room with a TV, but there cannot be a desktop computer in the room, even if it is off, because they cannot monitor that computer.

Straight from the LSAC website: "Prohibited electronic devices may not be in the room during the test because they cannot be monitored via your webcam feed. Please be aware that your proctor will not allow you to test if any prohibited electronics are noted during the room scan portion of your check-in. This includes any monitors or desktop computers that happen to be on the desk you may be resting your laptop on during the test." (Link: https://www.lsac.org/update-coronavirus-and-lsat/lsat-flex)

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Tuesday, Sep 22 2020

elenalevan880

Technology Checklist for October LSAT-Flex

Hey everyone! Getting ready to take the October LSAT-Flex and I'm trying to make sure I have everything all figured out and ready so I don't have any tech-related stressors on the day of the test. I have a list below of things I'm planning on doing in the next week or so, but wanted to see if there's anything I'm forgetting or not thinking of that others would recommend.

  • Check laptop settings to make sure meet minimum tech requirements for system, etc.
  • Check internet speed to make sure up to requirements.
  • Ensure testing room does not have other electronics including watches, e-cigs, fitness-tracking devices, calculators, cameras, recording devices, iPods, etc.
  • Ensure that I have physical materials: ID, 5 blank sheets of scratch paper, one or more writing utensils, highlighter, tissues, water bottle (in plastic container).
  • Anyone that has taken the test or is taking this test have anything else I should do tech/prep wise? Thank you! Good luck to everyone who will be taking it with me!!

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    elenalevan880
    Thursday, Oct 22 2020

    According to LSAC, 9am. See the bottom of this page: https://www.lsac.org/lsat/lsat-dates-deadlines/october-2020-lsat-flex-deadlines-united-states-including-puerto-rico-us

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    elenalevan880
    Monday, Sep 21 2020

    If I understand your question correctly, my go-to strategy is to make 1-2 notes for each paragraph in each passage. So, for the first passage I would have a "paragraph 1" marker, and write down any notes I had, then do the same thing for the following paragraphs. I use shorthand and try to limit it as much as possible, but I've found it helps my comprehend/track as I go.

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    elenalevan880
    Wednesday, Oct 21 2020

    Some schools will let you submit four letters!! If you need to or want to choose just three, maybe try to gauge how much schools will get out of each letter. Will the professor provide them with information that will let them know you will succeed? Or is it just a generic letter on your behalf? How will your colleague's letter compare?

    It's great that you have four to choose from! Good luck!

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    elenalevan880
    Tuesday, Oct 13 2020

    Once your transcripts have been processed, you can see an Academic Summary/Academic Report, which will include your LSAC GPA.

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    elenalevan880
    Tuesday, Oct 13 2020

    Sounds pretty straightforward, but keep taking them! I found that doing practice problems on the 7Sage interface rather than in a book allowed me to get used to the online format. Take as many problem sets and practice tests as you can!

    Also a quick note, on the actual LSAT if the question is referring to a particular line(s), those lines will be highlighted so you can find them easily. You've got this!! Give yourself some time.

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    elenalevan880
    Monday, Nov 09 2020

    Yes, you can leave it charging.

    No, you don't need to print anything. Just have your ID.

    As far as blocking notifications, your proctor will do all that for you. The way they block notifications is by going all the way up in the top right corner of your screen next to the Siri button. At the top of the menu that pops up, they turn on "Do Not Disturb."

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    elenalevan880
    Saturday, Aug 08 2020

    Would love to join! I'm in the same boat as a lot of others are — averaging in the 160's & looking to break 170.

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    elenalevan880
    Saturday, Nov 07 2020

    I'd suggest getting through the easier ones first to warm you up — just make sure you don't sink too much time into any one question. If it's taking you way longer than it should, flag it and move on.

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    elenalevan880
    Wednesday, Nov 04 2020

    One thing I would suggest is to see which question types you're getting wrong most often. For me, it's Argument Part (AP) and Parallel Reasoning (Para). Then create some problem sets for yourself that include harder questions that fall into those question categories — you can sort questions by type.

    Once you get through a problem set, watch the review videos for the questions you got wrong. Then, redo the set of questions again! Keep doing it until you get all the questions right, then move onto the next question set.

    Hope this helps!

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