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GRE Verbal/writing Strategies

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1. With Argument Essays Decide whether the argument...
seem to match
unnecessary detail
synonymous
is valid or not

2. Chop long sentences up...
looking back in the text-write - note down key words as you go
unnecessary detail
seem to match
into pieces

3. Figure out meaning from...
synonymous
word parts
1.First thing: quickly preview the section and complete any familiar topics first 2. Read questions first then look for answers in text
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT

4. If forced to guess - choose the...
most difficult word of the answer choices
3 reasons why or why not
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
word parts

5. Tips for Issue Essay

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6. Read through the sentence and ANTICIPATE...
word parts
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
INTUITION (anticipation)

7. Choose the correct answers by...
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
elimination
Indicate the continuation of a thought.

8. What do ' : ; and - ' signal in Sentence Completions? (usually)
INTUITION (anticipation)
3-4 min. at the end of each!!
is valid or not
Indicate the continuation of a thought.

9. Get rid of...
unnecessary detail
into pieces
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
word parts

10. Margit Over Drew An Account Mistake
seem to match
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
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
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')?

11. With Argument Essays Do not argue the issue...
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
only analyze the argument itself
unnecessary detail
looking back in the text-write - note down key words as you go

12. Rely mainly on your reading...
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
INTUITION (anticipation)
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
most difficult word of the answer choices

13. Find the choice that does not ________ ('Sesame Street strategy')
elimination
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
seem to match
opinionated statements and 'Should' statements

14. How much time to save for proofing Essays?
is valid or not
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT
3-4 min. at the end of each!!
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?

15. With Argument Essays Elaborate on reasons argument is valid/invalid and be sure to...
INTUITION (anticipation)
only analyze the argument itself
elimination
offer ways to improve ARGUMENT

16. Use Process of...
INTUITION (anticipation)
elimination
opinionated statements and 'Should' statements
most difficult word of the answer choices

17. With Argument Essays Stay away from...

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18. With Argument Essays Decide on...
most difficult word of the answer choices
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
3 reasons why or why not
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')?

19. Put your answer choice back into the blank. Make sure sentence is _________ after putting answer into blank
Indicate the continuation of a thought.
synonymous
3 reasons why or why not
word parts

20. With Argument Essays Stick to a template...
INTUITION (anticipation)
opening paragraph - 3 paragraph in body of essay - closing
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
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

21. Questions to ask for 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
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?
opinionated statements and 'Should' statements
unnecessary detail

22. Before reading a passage
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')?
INTUITION (anticipation)
1.First thing: quickly preview the section and complete any familiar topics first 2. Read questions first then look for answers in text
most difficult word of the answer choices

23. Question to ask Self for Issue Essay

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