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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. What do ' : ; and - ' signal in Sentence Completions? (usually)
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')?
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
synonymous

2. With Argument Essays Decide on...
seem to match
elimination
possible completions
3 reasons why or why not

3. With Argument Essays Stay away from...

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4. Choose the correct answers by...
possible completions
3 reasons why or why not
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
looking back in the text-write - note down key words as you go

5. With Argument Essays Stick to a template...
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
opinionated statements and 'Should' statements
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
only analyze the argument itself

6. With Argument Essays Decide whether the argument...
is valid or not
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
INTUITION (anticipation)
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?

7. Get rid of...
unnecessary detail
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
seem to match
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing

8. With Argument Essays Do not argue the issue...
only analyze the argument itself
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
looking back in the text-write - note down key words as you go
seem to match

9. Question to ask Self for Issue Essay

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10. If forced to guess - choose the...
most difficult word of the answer choices
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?
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
unnecessary detail

11. Find the choice that does not ________ ('Sesame Street strategy')
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
synonymous
seem to match
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

12. Margit Over Drew An Account Mistake
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
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?
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
only analyze the argument itself

13. How much time to save for proofing Essays?
only analyze the argument itself
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
opinionated statements and 'Should' statements
3-4 min. at the end of each!!

14. Rely mainly on your reading...
INTUITION (anticipation)
is valid or not
possible completions
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

15. Use Process of...
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')?
is valid or not
elimination
word parts

16. Tips for Issue Essay

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17. Before reading a passage
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
1.First thing: quickly preview the section and complete any familiar topics first 2. Read questions first then look for answers in text
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
possible completions

18. Put your answer choice back into the blank. Make sure sentence is _________ after putting answer into blank
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
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
synonymous
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

19. Figure out meaning from...
opinionated statements and 'Should' statements
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
INTUITION (anticipation)
word parts

20. Chop long sentences up...
into pieces
seem to match
INTUITION (anticipation)
is valid or not

21. Questions to ask for Argument
unnecessary detail
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)
word parts

22. Read through the sentence and ANTICIPATE...
INTUITION (anticipation)
elimination
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')?
possible completions

23. With Argument Essays Elaborate on reasons argument is valid/invalid and be sure to...
1.First thing: quickly preview the section and complete any familiar topics first 2. Read questions first then look for answers in text
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
unnecessary detail