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Hey all, Ive been self studying and it hasn't been great. I think having a partner or even a group can help me tremendously . I am in the essex county area in NJ. I am available from 4pm-7pm.
Hi everyone! I'm noticing my biggest problem on RC are the implied questions. Any additional tips? Thanks!
This is weird, but every time I do a section whether its LR or RC- I do worse on average than on the LR and RC sections of a full practice test. In other words- I do significantly better on full pts than sections. I don't know if this is a good or bad indicator????
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Hey Guys, Quick question if you can help. For conditional reasoning, is the opposite of "no", "ALL"? For example, "no person can work without A" would the opposite the be "all persons can work with A"?
im writing my personal statement and its based on a true story about how i got in a car accident that led me to getting an internship with a supreme court justice at criminal court in NY (a girl rear ended my car into a man who ended up being a judge). the essay is solid, i think, but the story literally sounds so unbelievable that i am worried they will think i made it up. very much a when life gives you lemons situation. the judge is writing me an LOR as well but i obv dont know if hes mentioning that my "interview" was how well i handled a girl almost killing me in a car. its a long story which i am happy to share but moral of the story is would anyone want to read it and let me know their thoughts
I think Tuxedo Pooh is a useful frame for a lot of stuff on this test. Post more of his teachings in this thread!
These two happen to be the question types that really jog me when i’m doing a test, i’m intuitive and I don’t diagram, how can I ensure I am prepared for february, my difficulty comes in those level 4s and 5s mostly 5s.
hi! I'm taking the feb lsat and am running into a new issue with timing for my LR sections. I used to have a good chunk of extra time at the end of my LR sections and would use it to go back to my flagged questions and feel pretty satisfied with my answers (most mistakes I was making were more random things I wasn't catching). Now I'm still using the last 5 min or so to go back to the questions I flagged, but I'm getting really stumped on them even with a ton of time (or BR) and they end up being the questions I get wrong in the section. Not sure if anyone has any thoughts/advice on this but I would absolutely love any help at all!
Hi all, I am *literally* just starting out, like 2 hours in... I think I'm initially overwhelmed and a bit pessimistic that I'll be able to do this. Even stuff as simple as argument structure is making me feel like I bit off more than I can chew. I know I am capable, as I am a good/great student, and a generally well rounded person (I have to give myself credit somewhere, right?) Did anyone else experience these first day feelings? Will I be okay? Are we all floating on a giant rock through space?
Any tips? Any and all are appreciated!!!
Due to unforeseen circumstances, I was unable to take the LSAT at an earlier date. As a result, I have to take it in April. I am mainly just worried that most schools, even those with rolling admissions, will close their applications by the time scores are released.
Also wanted to add that I understand the April LSAT is too late for certain competitive schools. My post is just referring to the general bulk of law schools outside of the T25.
I am reviewing a PrepTest that I already took and for some reason the font is now wonky. It was not like this when I took the test or when I first reviewed it months ago.
There is no way for me to edit it. PT 104 Section 3 Passage 2.
I plan to take the LSAT in June and am about halfway through the foundations coursework right now. I might be looking too far ahead but when is a good time to start taking practice tests along with my work? I want to try and get through one a week once I’m deeper into the material and I’ve found for other tests I do best when I repeat the exams on my own.
Hey guys!
I just started studying for the LSAT and want to take it in APRIL... Do yall think it's wise for me to schedule the test right now or later? I purposely haven't registered for the test yet since I read somewhere I shouldn't do that until I am for sure ready... Let me know your thoughts!
Additionally, I am subscribed to 7Sage Live. What are some tips and suggestions for me to get the MOST out of it? Currently, I am reviewing and learning the foundations. Should I be doing something else?
Thanks guysss
From people's experiences who are going through the application process or already did, do law schools care more about low scores or cancelled scores? For example, say my first LSAT is 150s and I take again and score high 160s, would law schools rather see growth or just the best outcome possible? I don't think my score will be bad for admission purposes, but for scholarship oppurtunities I want to get into the high 160s. I have not taken the LSAT yet so this is a hypotheticals based on gut-feeling and final goal. I'm deciding whether I should cancel my score if it's not in my scholarship range or be prepared to defend a lower score with a higher score. I feel the latter is best, but wanted other's opinions. Thank you
Hi! I recently completed the CC and have been struggling to come up with a solid studying plan/ schedule. I have a variable schedule, but am trying to be consistent with studying - some days, I can do 1-2 hours, and others I can do up to 3 or 4 hours. I took a PT for the first time about 2 weeks ago and got a 146, which I’m not thrilled about but working on improving. I’m aiming to take the test in either June or August. I’ve been using the 7sage study plan feature, working on drills in areas of weakness, watching live classes on topics I find confusing, but I struggle with knowing if I’m truly making the most efficient use of my study time… I haven’t just yet started working on timed practices or drills, so I know that will eventually be another factor to account for. Any advice on setting a structured study plan or finding a routine that feels like you’re making progress?
Hi all! I’m studying for the June LSAT and am wondering if anyone is available to make a study group to keep each other accountable. Ideally this would be in person but virtual could work too. I really need help in actually making time to study and feel a group would help with this
Hello!
I am based in Peterborough, Ontario, and currently studying for the LSAT. I'm looking for someone to study with/ go over questions with a few times a week. I'm happy to do this over Zoom, as it's unlikely someone on here is also from Peterborough.
Feel free to reach out if this is something you'd be interested in.
Thanks!
I have been seriously struggling with weaken and strengthen questions compared to any other question type I have encountered thus far. Can anyone give me some advice on how to correctly answer these questions?
I am taking the LSAT in June and started studying last Monday. My study preferences currently are M-F, 4-6 hrs/day, and Comprehensive.
My original goal was to study 4 hrs/day for 20 hrs/week and I have found that while the grand total time for each day equates to around 5 hours, it is more like 7+ with taking notes, bathroom breaks, etc. and I am struggling to have enough time in the day to get everything done.
I have also noticed that often with the lesson videos that if there is an explanation for something being correct that I understand and then the instructor gives a bunch of hypothetical reasons of why something would not be correct, it ends up confusing me the more I watch.
Should I reduce my study plan to 2-4 hrs/day and/or change from Comprehensive to a different plan type?
I have approx. 5.5 months until the exam, so I know I could probably reduce my study time and still be just as prepared, but I am wondering if there is a better study plan than Comprehensive for me to use.
Hello everyone,
My goal from the start of my LSAT journey has been to get a 173-175, I took my preliminary towards the end of October and got a 155. Since then I have been studying for about 1-2 hours a day during November and about half of December before taking a bit of a break until mid January. My current score is a 164 but I have gotten -2 on both LR and RC and -0 with blind review. I have taken 5 full length PTs including the prelim. My goal is to ramp up my studying and take the exam in either June or April. My greatest weakness thus far has been being consistent on my RC sections and my score seems to swing wildly from -2 to -7 (though usually falling between -3 and -5). I don't have any issues with timing and usually finish sections with 2-3 minutes to spare. I want to be more accurate with RC and more precise with LR. What would anyone recommend I focus on, what should my study time look like and how much time should I spend per week? Thanks all and good luck!
I want to take the test at home to mimic the conditions that I have been studying with. To do so would mean I take it on my laptop that's hooked up to a monitor (bigger screen has been easier for me). Because I keep my laptop closed so that I only have the one screen, that would mean I'd use my external camera on top of the monitor that is hooked up through USB to the laptop instead of the laptop's built-in camera. I have heard stories that the proctors for tests at home and the rules they follow are quite strict. As I am taking the LSAT for the first time in February, can any of you who have taken the test before or would otherwise be insightful let me know if this might pose an issue for me come test day? Thanks.
Hello guys, I have a rough draft of my personal statement and need feedback. Should I stick to one "story" or should I explain the many things that make me who I am today?
The idea of becoming an attorney has always been a reoccurring drive for me, stimming from me being told that “you’re a good arguer, you should be a lawyer”, possibly being an insult to me being stubborn, or me having a trait of pulling through hard times and exceling. Another drive is seeing firsthand how the legal system works in moments when people are vulnerable and need guidance. My first experience with an attorney was during family's divorce, I saw how legal representation can bring structure and resolutions to emotional situations. Even as a young teenager, I got the understanding that attorneys do more than just argue but create a pathway through uncertainty. That kind of experience gave me motivation to drive myself towards legal education, and a profession that needs both discipline and resilience.
At sixteen my life took a dramatic turn when I was hit by a truck while walking, temporarily putting me in a wheelchair and struggling with my speech and memory. At first, I thought I couldn't pursue the life I dreamed of (at the time being a psychologist or lawyer), but instead of focusing on the negative, I pushed myself with persistence and patience. I studied more than the average person to get the grades I wanted. Instead of going to the sleepover, or going to games, I stayed home, retraining myself how to form words again. My memory slowly got better, I lost around a year and a half of memory including what my teachers in school taught me. I had to work extra hard to be where I needed to be, pushing myself to the best of my abilities. I returned to high school committed to facing every challenge thrown at me, from learning how to speak clearly and walk again, to keeping up with my classes and returning to my extracurricular activities like soccer. This wasn’t something I was open to talking about with my piers at the time, maybe coming from a thought of embarrassment, but I soon came to realize this experience single handedly taught me the significance of persistence, patience, self-discipline, and critical thinking, which are traits I definitely carried through college and that I know will help me prosper in law school.
I went into college knowing I wanted a career that focuses on helping people, which brought me to psychology, which I loved learning about, but soon realized what I wanted more was to help people using the law to help guide and support them, similar to my personal experience. To build off my interest, I added a minor in legal studies, advancing my desire to help people with using practice legal skills. Being the first in my family to attend and graduate college, and being a child of nine, I had to manage most of my challenges independently. From figuring out applications and LSAC procedures, to managing finances. Since freshman year of college, I have supported myself, working up to three jobs while keeping up with classes, balancing responsibilities, and learning the importance of persistence, endurance and time management, which were hard earned and deeply ingrained skills I know I will bring in my studies and future career.
These experiences, overcoming personal setbacks, challenges, and balancing responsibilities, helped shape me in who I am today. They have taught me important attributes I have and need to be successful in my goal of becoming an attorney. I am hoping, as a first-generation college graduate, to not only achieve a goal, but pave my next path with the attributes given to me to make a difference in the lives of others as a resilient, persistent, critical thinking attorney.
(I am going to shorten it up, this is a DRAFT)
Hi just started studying for the LSAT and I'm finding the blind review function that 7sage offers really helpful. I'm just wondering in terms of best practices should I utilize the peek function that 7sage offers that will let me know how many questions I missed before doing the blind review, or in order to really make sure I'm working through the entire section properly should I try not to look at the peek function?
hello guys! I have been really trying to figure out what is best for me and need advice.
I took a gap year to save money, hoping to get into school. I took my lsat in November and got a lower score (not too low to were I can advance), I am taking the February lsat and hoping that this score is what I need to apply to a couple schools. These schools are not prestigious and are is my budget. The deadline for applications is March and June. Im not so worried with scholarships but more worried about acceptance. I really don't want to wait till next cycle.
