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For LR ( not lg, sorry) , do you ALWAYS read the question stem first, then read paragraph?Just wondering if everyone does it this way and if it is superior to reading the passage then the question
... . Reading the question stem first tells you what to look for in the ... role a certain statement played in the argument. If you didn ... what is going.
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Consistency with reading comp..HELP!I really need some help with RC. I'm consistently scoring where I need to with LG and LR and can pretty much guess my scores at the end of those thre…
... the wrong A/C's is usually in the details. You really ... every word, and fully understand what each word means for the ... very aware while reading.
Careful reading goes hand in hand with ... minutes "reading" the passage, and all I come away with is "I ... -
Problems with Humanities/Diversity PassagesHello, I find that I really struggle with Humanities/Diversity passage types. Especially when they talk about a particular author/artist... I usu…
... clear my mind from what I learned in school and focus on ... way to approach science passages is to actually focus on the ... pretty predictable)
When reading these, I usually go step ... br /> - Why is the new hypothesis any better?
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Saving time-searching for conclusion firstHi, just joined 7Sage and had a quick question that I thought I would try to clear up before the LSAT on Saturday! (:/ pretty nervous). I've been …
... this argument be wrong or what is the author assuming? I find ... solid grasp of the argument in the stimulus, it's a ... reading, but try taking a few seconds to fully understathe nd what ... the argument is saying, because it will ... -
Reading Comp StrategyHi, Reading Comp is my weakest link. I have a lot of room for improvement and I was wondering if you guys could share your strategies (of course …
... really SLOW DOWN my reading and to digest the ... a lot of practice. In the beginning I really ... and thinking to myself, "what is the author's view? ... 'm reading and what is the function of that paragraph in relation ... to the whole of the passage? Where is ... -
Speed!Does anyone have any general tips for improving speed? Aside from just taking a bunch of timed PTs, do you use any other methods?
... a quick summary of what helped me improve with ... lsatprep180.com/the-lsat-and-reading-speed-change-headline/)
... The chaining is essential when going through IN/OUT and ... the-logic-games/). This is key in understanding inferences and intuitively ... -
LSAT Difficulty Increase?Hello everyone :) I have a friend who is also studying for her LSAT, and while I am taking this online course, she is taking a course taught by a …
... difficult. The thing to consider is that for awhile LG was ... more difficulty with comparative reading, which could result in them stating that ... But for someone who is strong in RC they may believe it ... .
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Focus while studyingI'm not sure if my question has been addressed, if so, could someone send me to the proper discussion. My question is for those who are shooting for …
... LSAT are what make up all of the questions in reading comp/games ... .
My best advice is to master the 10-16 ... to visualize the gap that is missing in the argument and that ... and choose the answer that is best suited for whatever it ... -
There Is No "Limit" To How High You Can ScoreI constantly see people asking, "I got X score on my first diagnostic, how many points can I really improve?" but the truth is that there is no answe…
... questions are basically the same in all the tests. There are ... score sucks, but it is intimidating reading about how awesome you guys ... for the 180. What are you afraid of? What is the worst that ... -
My RC SucksBeen working on June 2007 test at a snail's pace. Primarily because on week nights, I may devote hour and a half or so and Saturday's I haven't been …
... what the first paragraph is saying.
Figure out what the second paragraph is ... .
What's the main conclusion after reading through all three ... , they'll ask. IE "What does ____ in para 56 imply", but ... -
PT68.S2.Q10 - people who are allergic to catshttp://7sage.com/lsat_explanations/lsat-68-section-2-question-10/ My interpretation of the stimulus is that people who are allergic to cats react to…
... go with the answer that is in line with the general ... catch people off guard. What is supported is that any particular cat will ... an allergic reaction in everyone".
There is a distinction ... 's a form of over inference.
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Undergrad major GPA comparsionHow does adcom view a 3.0 in chemistry or physics versus a 3.5 or 4.0 in Com/English/Business? The grades would be coming from a T30 undergraduate i…
... the other way around, as in weighting Eng/poli sci majors ... work and is harder to maintain a high GPA but what good ... major is not offering even more with his/her strength in reading comprehension ... -
Reading CompI'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 go…
... have in mind while reading: what is this saying, and who is saying ... comparisons? Is it an argument? Is it a tribute? What is the author ... (up to six minutes) is what I strive for. The ... answer while reading especially where the topic is very unfamiliar ... -
How to stay motivated prepping for RC?Clearly reading comprehension is my weakest section. But after close to 6 months of intensive prep, I've gotten to a point where I feel unmotivated i…
... t know what hardly any of the stuff in the ... sentence down grammatically is very helpful. For reading comp, maybe ... convince yourself that what you're reading is incredibly interesting when ... Break down the sentences mechanically--what is the "this" referring to ... -
Meditation! Seriously! Do it!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAcTIrA2Qhk
... name of the book is "Mindfulness in Plain English". It's ... amazing thing about meditation is that your self awareness ... 'll be doing a reading comp section and suddenly I ... text, but rather thinking what's for dinner. That ... . Let me know what you guys think! :) -
Reading Comprehension Process of Elimination??The problem I have with Reading Comprehension is that for some questions an answer choice is considered to be correct even though its not necessary v…
... you just need to know what you are looking for. ... AC's but there is always 1 right answer ... is why you need to really grasp so much information when reading ... the passage bc all the answers are in there ... AC by noticing it is nowhere in the passage. Def ... -
Reading Comprehension Process of Elimination??The problem I have with Reading Comprehension is that for some questions an answer choice is considered to be correct even though its not necessary v…
... depends on what question it is... if it is asking for an inference than ... yes MBT AC... though if it is saying what is most ... likely then it is not a must ... approach all sorts of questions in the same way which you ... -
Reading Comprehension Process of Elimination??The problem I have with Reading Comprehension is that for some questions an answer choice is considered to be correct even though its not necessary v…
... p but any question in RC is a LR question, just ... you need to take in everything and ask yourself ... ? if the question is asking what the author would most ... the questions which is why active reading is so important. you ... but there are differences in RC but a huge ... -
Need your help -- Still strugglingI took both the September and December 2014 LSAT administrations, and I got a 171 each time. In both instances, I got a -5 on the logic games, which …
... re averaging 176. Figure out what questions STILL take time for ... game into perspective and identifies what model should be used if ... thing about the oddball tests is that in those tests the curve ... help point you towards an inference about the general game that ... -
Does RC come down to strategy?I would consider myself a very good reader, and I have an expansive vocabulary. Yet RC on the LSAT is a different beast all together. I took a Bluepr…
... will serve me in my future career; it is not merely a ... valid and invalid arguments in conversations and reading; when premises may be ... see the unsupported gaps; all in a clearer and more disciplined ... about what kind of reading to do to prep; my choice is case ... -
2 weeks left. Any advice. RC is Killing my score!I am currently scoring -8 on LR, -2 to -4 on LG, but -15 on RC (Best of - 12). With 2 weeks left. Do you guys suggest I work entirely on RC? People…
... surprised to find that what felt slow was actually ... the section. For me, reading the passage quickly then ... over and over. This is something that I feel ... Something else you might try is to really focus on ... quick note about what went on in each paragraph, which ... -
2 weeks left. Any advice. RC is Killing my score!I am currently scoring -8 on LR, -2 to -4 on LG, but -15 on RC (Best of - 12). With 2 weeks left. Do you guys suggest I work entirely on RC? People…
... of the LSAT Trainer. Reading Comprehension is my worst section as ... to look at the passage in terms of structure. Now ... possible.... i notice that what's written matters a little ... to this paragraph?" "what paragraph is support. What is it supporting?" that type ... -
Weakening QuestionsHey guys, I’m in the middle of the Weakening section of the curriculum and its kicking my ass. I’s getting all the questions wrong. Can someone pleas…
... like they do when in fact they leave premise/ ... I get stuck in the "this argument is stupid" distraction, thinking ... weakening question... Understand exactly what an inference actually is, or you're ... mean really really specific things in the LSAT paradigm, not ... -
"Normal" Difference Between Actual PT and BRI've searched and couldn't seem to find this answered elsewhere. Feel free to link me to another thread if one already exists on this topic. I am …
... pretty good, there is no normal difference. In fact the gap itself ... doesn't really matter much. What does ... matter is that BR score bc ... need to find what is holding you back (reading too slowly in RC, not ... -
Conditional StatementsHello! I really want to improve on my conditionality. Especially when it comes to looking at the stimulus and, although it's not worded in tradition…
... it for anything aside from reading comprehension and it really ... my understanding.
RC is my worst section, but it ... break it down into what the question is specifically asking so ... hone your skills in.
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Should the LSAC be allowed to disclose to law schools extra time given for disabilities?Arguments welcome. You can simply say yes or no. I think the "yes" case is harder to make.
Well as reading all the comments I ... not disclosing on the application in any way (unless desired ... by applicant in some sort of addendum/ ... as it is business is business and people are in the ... (I would think) so what is it to them? Okay maybe ... -
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 …
... you have 7 months... try reading the economist... .that definitely helps ... " said you can improve in RC... In RC you can't train ... out of scope etc.) (3) what is the structure of the passage ... role of computer programmers in the passage is most analogous to (9 ... -
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…
... is what I used in the beginning-
The Memory Method For Reading ... /> Getting good at LSAT Reading Comprehension is a habit. These drills lay ... it’s structure is the key to success on reading comprehension
Does anyone PT in a noisy environment?I know some people have stated that they PT in a library or in a coffee shop like Starbucks. I was wondering how many people here ACTUALLY do it. Is …
Ive taken in a library b4 that has ... sitting talking until another guy reading gave them enough of a ... ... but Ive never taken one in a coffee shop nor do ... a shot) you never know what is going on at your TC ... so it is good to atleast be ready ...People whose first language is not EnglishI'm just wondering if anyone else on here is ESL and struggling with the intensity of the LSAT in regards to the grammar, style, vocab, etc. If so, d…
... that is a language called Hindi... so I totally understand what you ... that I can give you is that in addition to your regular ... keep handy... that magazine has reading material of density and complexity ... you in good stead.. moreover... beyond the RC, the LSAT is ...
