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Tuesday, Sep 27 2016

Thank you for your input. I definitely agree that there are a shift in question types. I also do like that they moved away from the time when one stimulus would be used for two questions. I am definitely going to just do a lot of drills and hone in on logic games as that seems to be my main issue. Also, I need to practice on my timing as I seem to either rush or not have enough time. Anyone have any tips on timing strategies being more consistent?

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Sunday, Sep 25 2016

nicolebenis0843

Are the tests getting harder??

So, for some background. I took the June test and did well but not the score I was looking for. I was planning on taking the test yesterday and the realized I wasn't done with my 7Sage course and wanted to be more consistent because I don't want to take it more than twice. I am curious if this has happened to anyone else. I seem to score higher on older tests (in the PT mid 50s and 60s). I know friends felt that yesterday's test was harder than the June test. Do we think maybe the LSAT test themselves are actually getting more difficult over time? I felt like I did much better on those older tests. I did score around the same when I took the June test again after the fact. I don't know though...thoughts anyone??

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Sunday, Sep 25 2016

Just try to stay positive (easier said than done I know). I had a similar issue at my location back in June. The proctors were talking and laughing during the test and crinkling soda bottles, walking in and out etc. Like, can't you bring a book?! They had no respect for the fact that us students were taking a really important test. Keep your head up! :)

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Saturday, Nov 19 2016

@ I am finally feeling more like myself. Thank you so much for asking! Definitely needed since I am taking the test two weeks from today (ahhhhh). Anyway, yes, I would definitely say take as many prep tests as you can over time. I would say definitely make sure to review the prep tests in full by watching J.Y.'s video explanations. That definitely helps so you do not make further mistakes in future tests you take. It definitely helps to have a routine and schedule for test taking and studying as well. Based on my classes in school and such, I try to study everyday for at least two hours and then take full tests every Wednesday and Saturday. I will also do timing sections in between. Also, I have trouble with specific question types in LR (certain assumptions, strengthen and weaken) so over the tests I have noticed this pattern and am trying to drill in those specific areas more. I hope this helps! Keep your head up; we'll all get there one way or another :)

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Tuesday, Oct 18 2016

I'm so sorry. I too was in a very bad accident a few years ago and know how awful it is. Please rest and have a speedy recovery! I would also call the LSAC and speak to a live person. They are usually pretty nice and you will get a quicker response that way! Feel better :)

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Sunday, Nov 13 2016

@ I'm sorry it took me a bit to respond, I'm super sick. Hmm, I have been studying full time (about 2/3 full prep tests a week) and studying between 2-8 hours a day (less since I have been back in school) lol since May. I began flipping through books starting last January but my rigorous schedule as well as using 7sage since July. I also did so so many timing sections. That definitely helps. For some reason, logical reasoning is not coming easy to me. I have friends who only studied 2 months and were fine, but I just don't roll that way. Stay positive! I do really well on briefs and such in my classes right now so I know I will do well in law school but these beginning stages are awful. How long have you been studying? How many preptests are you/have you been taking? Also, have you taken the test yet?

Please don't doubt yourself. You just need to keep practicing. Eventually it will click. It just started clicking in RC for me within the last few weeks. I would say I've done anywhere between 50-100 passages. It's just about making it so so normal you rethink how to read. It is about picking apart the important details and almost forgetting about meaningless details unless a question asks. At the end of each paragraph I kind of look to see the main point to correlate to the next paragraph if that makes sense? Sorry again if this makes no sense because like I said I;m super sick and my brain is being silly lol.

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Thursday, Nov 10 2016

Hi! So for me, I originally started out with Kaplan, took the June test and did not do so well. Did this happen to anyone else? Anywho, I got the 7sage course which was the best thing to happen to me lol along with the powerscore bibles and the lsat trainer. I sort of combined multiple strategies. First of all, read for pure structure. For me, it helps to underline important points or circle keywords such as first, second etc. I also suggest doing a lot of timing sections in RC or even one passage/question set at a time just to get used to doing so much that it becomes second nature. I used to be awful at RC-literally only 14 right per section. I am now getting around 20-22. Granted, I do not score in the top percentiles, but that is a great improvement regardless. Happy studying :)

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Tuesday, Jan 03 2017

I got my email in June at 4:35pm. Just checked when the email came. Still thinking it may be today but my gut is saying tomorrow...this stinks!

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Tuesday, Jan 03 2017

Thank you! It's definitely an odd feeling. Just want it done and over with! We shall see. If not, here I come February....@

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Tuesday, Jan 03 2017

I remember the June scores came out mid afternoon *keeping fingers crossed*. What actually happens with the grey? Does that mean the toolbar on LSAC goes grey? I don't recall seeing that in June. Although, I just looked at my score originally by e-mail so maybe that's why!

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Tuesday, Jan 03 2017

nicolebenis0843

The mindgame of the LSAT

So I am sure many of you are sitting in anxiety and fretting over the what ifs as much as I am right now waiting for the score to be released. My advisor is a wonderful professor and a lawyer himself. As he said, welcome to the profession; it's a lot of money to take tests and a lot waiting. Well, I guess there is a silver lining in all of this. I am very blessed to be graduating my university a semester early with a 3.8. My whole life I have been a good student. I never really had to study until college. Granted I would study prior to this, but I have a very good memory and a lot came naturally (except math and science). Alas, when I took the SAT that was not my thing. I have never been so wonderful at standardized tests. It just is something that is an internal battle for me. The test anxiety gets to me.

Now coming to the LSAT...my new enemy. I began studying with Kaplan and took a course last May. I studied for 5 weeks and in my eyes "bombed" the LSAT. I was devastated. I probably should have listened to my gut and put off until September like a good friend of mine did. There has never been something in my life that has been so challenging academically. I just don't understand how one test could mean so much and could be such a barrier for so many people. If you have enough determination and will to succeed, the law school process will be what you make of it. I have a few friends who did not do wonderfully on the LSAT (in the low 150s) and are doing wonderfully in law school and on the Dean''s List.

I know that once the LSAT is behind me I will be able to take the huge leap of faith and give it my all in law school. Although, right now I am feeling pretty defeated. I have been studying waiting for the December results just in case I need to take again in February as I am already signed up. Many people not in this position question my motives. They think I should just give up and not bother. They don't understand why I have to miss out on going to many events or study so much. Its because I have this fire inside of me to succeed and reach my goals. I am sure many of you have already stopped reading, bravo if you made it here lol, but I just know that we all have that same feeling. Friends of mine in the same boat see the gut wrenching fear that the LSAT process gives. The anxiety. The fear of both wanting to know and not wanting to see it pop up. The need to plan ten steps ahead before you can even get to step one. However, eventually, we will all get there. Thank you JY and 7Sage for helping us on this journey. And for some reason writing this word wall has been therapeutic. I'm done now. Good luck to all!

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nicolebenis0843
Monday, Jan 02 2017

I too study best in the morning/early afternoon. Always warm up with a few questions and then take preptests early in the day (before 2). Studying is usually better in the morning. 4 hour blocks usually and then I can get some work done at night but find when I start repeatedly doing poorly to stop. If I am not energized or focused then it's best for me to rest than get discouraged.

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nicolebenis0843
Sunday, Jan 01 2017

Definitely feeling the nerves. I too have pretty much been nauseous since taking the test! However, hoping maybe if a lot of people did not perform well on LG, a question or two may be removed?? Praying for that! I was so consistent during prep/studying and that was definitely the hardest logic games section I have ever done----I would rather do the virus game 20 times than that LG section...

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nicolebenis0843
Sunday, Jan 01 2017

I am feeling the same way! I am almost nervous to check. Like you said, I want to know but I am scared to know at the same time :( I am trying to play candy crush (I know, awful addiction lol) and Netflix, working out, hanging out with friends, online shopping (whoops)...we shall see. Needless to say I am one big anxious mess underneath it all. We've got this!

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