HitBox
| Word | Docs | Hits |
|---|---|---|
| passages | 4.5K | 6.9K |
| with | 68.5K | 117.7K |
| complex | 645 | 745 |
| structure | 2.6K | 3.4K |
-
Frustrated with PlateauIn August, I hit 159 in one of my preptests. I took the LSAT and unfortunately bombed it, scoring a 153 or so. My goal has been a 170+. After a break…
... fluctuate a bit too much with RC to get comfortable but ... on my time when reading passages more as I noticed time ... /> Most of my frustration lies with LR. I would appreciate any ... -
Simplifying Complex Concepts: A Six-Step GuideHave you ever found yourself grappling with a complex idea, struggling to understand its intricacies? Whether you're a student tackling a difficult s…
... ever found yourself grappling with a complex idea, struggling to understand ... a new concept, simplifying complex ideas can be a ... four-step guide to simplifying complex concepts effectively.
... **
Every complex concept has a core idea ... -
Law PassagesDoes anyone have any tips or pointers that they have found useful for Law passages in RC? I find that when I read slow enough I can get all questions…
... have found useful for Law passages in RC? I find that ... 't be the only one with this issue LOL so any ... -
Running out of Clean Passages for RCHello, I usually drill 2 reading passages a day using the 7sage virtual tutor to pick. I am now done with all my clean passages but when I go to "par…
... I usually drill 2 reading passages a day using the 7sage ... am now done with all my clean passages but when I ... I still have 128 clean passages left. Does that mean I ... if I'm to read passages I haven't read? ... give me any of those passages to take?
... -
Any other visual learners/processors struggling with the RC passage format?I'm a very visual learner/processor and the format of the RC passages on the screen is super frustrating to me. I wish there was a way you could see …
... the format of the RC passages on the screen is super ... much. Does anyone else struggle with this or have any recommendations? -
How do I improve my RC score in 4 weeks for November LSAT?Hi Everyone, Looking for advice or tips on how to improve my RC score. I'm currently getting 6 wrong on LR and 10-13 wrong on RC which is decreasin…
... curriculum, and I am working with a tutor but we haven ... a hard time with RC passages because of the structure and convoluted language ... , also with the questions I ... -
My Journey with 7sage From 144 to 169Hi everyone, I wanted to share my LSAT journey in hopes of encouraging others, especially those balancing life’s many challenges. I took my…
... br />
I started with books and Khan Academy before ... , I studied sporadically without structure, focusing too much on ...
- Completed the 7Sage curriculum with detailed notes.
- Focused ... that improvement is possible with the right plan and ... -
Issues with SetupI’ve been having issues with RC. When I review questions or watch videos, all it gives me is the breakdown of the passage and doesn’t help with real-…
I’ve been having issues with RC. When I review questions ... passage and doesn’t help with real-time issues regarding how ... , preferably one that references the structure and a low resolution summary? -
Tips on how to read the stimulus only once?Hi All!! I am working my way through the Logic Reasoning lessons (I just finished up the first "strengthening" problem sets). I keep finding my…
I found myself struggling with this until I realized ... as it advances the logical structure of the argument.
... by "psyching" us out with seemingly complex terminology and poorly constructed ... do believe over time and with enough review, you will ... -
Comprehensive Strategy for RC - response to KS in 3 partsHi KS, Perhaps you are taking the Feb LSAT, but given that the Dec test is only 3 weeks away, let me share my RC strategy. Not sure if you have t…
... long as all the structure is listed on one ... necessary). I would start with cutting down on diagramming ... passages and questions untimed in order to get comfortable with ... move on to timed passages. Heck, go back and ... do passages you've already done ... -
how to attack questions on rc under timed condit?can someone remind me of the strategy for attacking Rc questions under timed conditions. When we see an answer we think is right are we supposed …
... /> I struggled with the 4 RC passages not because I ... I have come up with certain items that have ... track of the internal structure of the passage. I ... fairly obvious because the passages are versions of a ... that is completely aligned with the passage but the ... -
how to attack questions on rc under timed condit?can someone remind me of the strategy for attacking Rc questions under timed conditions. When we see an answer we think is right are we supposed …
... .
3. Keep the STRUCTURE of the passage in your ... first until you feel comfortable with the system.
with the other. You can ... able to read 2 passages to now being able ... to read 4 passages and going through 1/ ... -
Starting Timed PT'sHey everybody, I've been going through the curriculum for a few months now and have just taken my first timed PT. I did not do as well as I had h…
... reminds me to find structure quickly and actually helps ... theory on scientific reading passages (phenomena explanation lesson..). etc ... your problem. This coupled with your new knowledge conceivably ... the questions can help with efficiency, tremendously. For ... -
Are older PTs harder?Has anyone done the older practice tests (10-40) and compared them with the newer ones (59 +). I found that the older ones are much harder and my sco…
... you have a comparison with respect to specific sections? ... of the older RC passages are incredibly difficult such ... scoring low due to unfamiliarity with ideas and such, and ... because I was very familiar with the context.
complex? -
Formal Logic BooksHey guys, I was wondering if any of you have, or know anyone, who has read books on formal logic. Periodically, i have read in blogs of people rea…
... through repetitive practice. I think with more and more practice, ... fit enough to work through complex and convoluted language and ... school.
Along with the Economist, I would recommend ... get you used to understanding passages full of new terms ... -
For those getting 173/175 +... what's your breakdown per section?For those getting 173/175 +... what's your breakdown per section?
... fall into the "avid reader with strong comprehension" category. I ... Comparatively speaking, the LSAT passages are generally much easier than ... would definitely note the structure of the argument as soon ... while reading semi-dense passages. Worse mistake you can ... -
For those getting 173/175 +... what's your breakdown per section?For those getting 173/175 +... what's your breakdown per section?
...
2. Combine that with total confidence - if you know ...
3. Calm combined with urgency. I like to move ... really reading. I underline with my pencil, just long ... important in the more complex questions - I don' ... urgency/calm to the passages. I don't know ... -
Tips on Reading CompWhat are your tips on how to improve on the Reading Comp section? I notice that I get a handful of questions wrong on every Reading Comp section a…
Really understand the structure of the passage, what each ... the proper strategy for dealing with the RC questions. Most RC ... too. First was correctly dealing with the questions. I practiced that ... most of the answers and structure of the passages. -
The Trainer by Mike Kim?I took my first LSAT in June 2014. And with just the help of 7Sage I got to 152 from 138. But my score is still way far from my goal. I will be takin…
... if you are having trouble with that. It also relates ... the question stems to interact with the flaw.
Reading ... advice on attacking passages always thinking in terms of structure and how ... being made.
Stick with 7sage method for logic games. -
RC improvement - what's worked for you?What do you guys think?
... passages. What I realized happened to me if I became engaged with ... since been to treat the passages like a very long LR ... that paragraph plays in the structure of the argument.
passages, because I no longer get ... -
Consistency in RCIn recent practice tests I have experienced some difficulty with consistency in Reading Comprehension. In some respects this section is a "wild card…
... time on the earlier RC passages and feeling rushed towards the ... RC guide and use their structure before you attempt another passage ... . Also, try completing the sections with the maximum number of questions ... as many as you can with the last passage properly and ... -
Building RC ConfidenceHi everyone, I was wondering if anyone had good suggestions for building RC confidence with regards to specific passage topics? I was a Humanitie…
... day. So be comfortable with dissecting and defining the many ... , redoing RC passages is helpful. I agree with the statement " ... "reading for structure" on these types of passages specifically gives you ... , views are being associated with major ideas/topics (1),( ... -
Problems with law and science-related passagesAs the test date approaches, I'm trying to study and improve as quickly as possible. I'm still making mistakes in the law and science related passage…
... are familiar with the concepts discussed, you can concentrate on structure and ... depth. This is what RC passages often do themselves, so it ... -
Highest Score = Longest ReviewI earned my highest score to date and thus far I have spent more time reviewing this test than any previous preptest. What I want to encourage eve…
... short-term memory with passages or practiced knowing the overall structure so you ... -
Retake disaster/need help from a mod..So I have now taken the LSAT 3 times, and I'm beyond frustrated. I took the LSAT for the first time OCT, 2013 after 6 months of study self-study and …
... CAN train for the structure of the passages and types of questions ... improve. Practice some of these with passages from the economist. I was ... struggling with RC too before I changed ... the best school you can, with money if possible. I waited ... -
RC Plan of AttackSorry about the title, but I'm a soldier... I took the overseas June 2012 LSAT and scored in the 160s. I was usually -0 to -6 total for LR and LG…
... done with individual reading comp passages. Do these drills with 6-8 passages.
Structure [3.5 Minutes]
1 ... the same as the first, with one exception: you only ... the passage and it’s structure is the key to ... -
Need help from a Sage? (Closed)Hi all, I got a ton of help from fellow 7Sagers when I was studying for the LSAT. Now that I'm a Sage, I'm trying to pay it forward by helping out…
... that doing so many RC passages helped me learn to read ... question type), points of view, structure, etc. instead of getting too ... encourage others to chime in with their recommendations! -
Closing the BR GapI know I am not the only one who is having this problem, but it's kind of bugging me given its persistence. So there is roughly a 10-15 point gap bet…
... me when something "clicked" with logic games, because of review ... review, review, review. Reread passages, watch the video explanations, thoroughly ... Pay careful attention to structure as you read and constantly ... sentence/paragraph/quote fit with the rest of the ... -
Strong LR Scores, Weak RC ScoresHey guys, I was wondering if anyone else here has, either currently or in the past, found themselves scoring high on the Logical Reasoning sections b…
... improving RC when working with partially familiar passages is to take ... outline levels quickly from the structure of each paragraph.
... deep into the shape and structure of one particular passage, ... train yourself to quickly see passages that you read in ... -
RC- Author's attitudeI just wanted to ask what steps most of you take when you are answering questions on RC passages? Can someone give me a list of techniques/method…
... CAN train for the structure of the passages and types of questions ... of the following is dealt with in the passage except (8 ... improve. Practice some of these with passages from the economist. I was ... struggling with RC too before I changed ...
