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GRE Verbal/writing Strategies

Subjects : gre, reading-and-comprehension

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Answer 23 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Choose the correct answers by...
synonymous
possible completions
looking back in the text-write - note down key words as you go
Is this really a problem? Is there a simpler solution? Will the proposed solution really work? Would this create other problems? Have I stayed completely objective throughout the essay?

2. Figure out meaning from...
seem to match
into pieces
unnecessary detail
word parts

3. With Argument Essays Decide whether the argument...
is valid or not
only analyze the argument itself
Which topic do I find more interesting? Do I agree or disagree? Can I question the assumptions of this issue? Can I point out why the claim is valid in some situations but not others (without sounding 'wishy-washy')?
looking back in the text-write - note down key words as you go

4. With Argument Essays Do not argue the issue...
only analyze the argument itself
3 reasons why or why not
most difficult word of the answer choices
Listing your examples in your opening is like an agenda at a meeting - Use specific examples when possible - Quotes are good to use when possible-BUT DON'T OVERDO IT - No more than 3 rhetorical questions Don'T simply restate prompt in different ways

5. Chop long sentences up...
elimination
only analyze the argument itself
is valid or not
into pieces

6. Questions to ask for Argument
Is this really a problem? Is there a simpler solution? Will the proposed solution really work? Would this create other problems? Have I stayed completely objective throughout the essay?
Which topic do I find more interesting? Do I agree or disagree? Can I question the assumptions of this issue? Can I point out why the claim is valid in some situations but not others (without sounding 'wishy-washy')?
synonymous
3 reasons why or why not

7. Margit Over Drew An Account Mistake
Is this really a problem? Is there a simpler solution? Will the proposed solution really work? Would this create other problems? Have I stayed completely objective throughout the essay?
looking back in the text-write - note down key words as you go
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
Reading Comprehension Acronym: Clearly identify the MAIN idea - Determine the OUTLINE used to develop the passage (first and last sentences outline paragraphs) - Locate important specific DETAILS - ANALYZE the ARGUMENTS or persuasive devices - Consid

8. Put your answer choice back into the blank. Make sure sentence is _________ after putting answer into blank
into pieces
synonymous
opinionated statements and 'Should' statements
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing

9. With Argument Essays Stick to a template...
Listing your examples in your opening is like an agenda at a meeting - Use specific examples when possible - Quotes are good to use when possible-BUT DON'T OVERDO IT - No more than 3 rhetorical questions Don'T simply restate prompt in different ways
Is this really a problem? Is there a simpler solution? Will the proposed solution really work? Would this create other problems? Have I stayed completely objective throughout the essay?
Reading Comprehension Acronym: Clearly identify the MAIN idea - Determine the OUTLINE used to develop the passage (first and last sentences outline paragraphs) - Locate important specific DETAILS - ANALYZE the ARGUMENTS or persuasive devices - Consid
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing

10. With Argument Essays Stay away from...

11. Before reading a passage
1.First thing: quickly preview the section and complete any familiar topics first 2. Read questions first then look for answers in text
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
only analyze the argument itself

12. Rely mainly on your reading...
into pieces
most difficult word of the answer choices
3 reasons why or why not
INTUITION (anticipation)

13. What do ' : ; and - ' signal in Sentence Completions? (usually)
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
possible completions
synonymous

14. Question to ask Self for Issue Essay

15. Tips for Issue Essay

16. If forced to guess - choose the...
most difficult word of the answer choices
word parts
seem to match
is valid or not

17. How much time to save for proofing Essays?
Reading Comprehension Acronym: Clearly identify the MAIN idea - Determine the OUTLINE used to develop the passage (first and last sentences outline paragraphs) - Locate important specific DETAILS - ANALYZE the ARGUMENTS or persuasive devices - Consid
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
3-4 min. at the end of each!!
word parts

18. Read through the sentence and ANTICIPATE...
synonymous
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
Is this really a problem? Is there a simpler solution? Will the proposed solution really work? Would this create other problems? Have I stayed completely objective throughout the essay?
possible completions

19. With Argument Essays Elaborate on reasons argument is valid/invalid and be sure to...
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
unnecessary detail
possible completions
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing

20. Get rid of...
seem to match
only analyze the argument itself
elimination
unnecessary detail

21. With Argument Essays Decide on...
most difficult word of the answer choices
3 reasons why or why not
1.First thing: quickly preview the section and complete any familiar topics first 2. Read questions first then look for answers in text
unnecessary detail

22. Use Process of...
Is this really a problem? Is there a simpler solution? Will the proposed solution really work? Would this create other problems? Have I stayed completely objective throughout the essay?
INTUITION (anticipation)
elimination
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing

23. Find the choice that does not ________ ('Sesame Street strategy')
seem to match
Listing your examples in your opening is like an agenda at a meeting - Use specific examples when possible - Quotes are good to use when possible-BUT DON'T OVERDO IT - No more than 3 rhetorical questions Don'T simply restate prompt in different ways
unnecessary detail
Which topic do I find more interesting? Do I agree or disagree? Can I question the assumptions of this issue? Can I point out why the claim is valid in some situations but not others (without sounding 'wishy-washy')?