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The Best GRE Reading Comprehension Practice

Christine SarikasFebruary 8, 2017July 10, 2017GRE Prep, GRE Verbalgre practice, question types, reading comprehension

GRE Reading Comprehension questions can be one of the most intimidating question types you see on the exam. You’re expected to read a high-level passage on one of a large number of diverse topics, then answer questions on main idea, author’s viewpoint, supporting evidence, and more. It’s easy to feel like these questions are overwhelming, especially if you haven’t done a lot of preparation yet.

But the good news is, we’re here to help. This guide will explain everything you need to know to get great GRE Reading Comprehension Practice. We’ll go over what to expect from reading comprehension questions, how to prepare for these questions, the practice materials you should use, and strategies to use when answering these questions.

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5 Top Tips for GRE Sentence Equivalence Questions

Ellen McCammonFebruary 8, 2017July 25, 2017GRE Verbalgre verbal strategies, gre vocab, question types, sentence equivalence

GRE sentence equivalence questions are a unique Verbal question type that can be confusing if you aren’t sure what to expect. They do require you to identify synonyms and understand how vocab words are used in context, but they aren’t as complicated as they seem!

In this total guide to GRE sentence equivalence questions, we’ll introduce this question type, give specific tips for approaching sentence equivalence, present sample questions and explanations, and offer guidance on how to prepare.

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7 Top Tips for GRE Text Completion Questions

Ellen McCammonFebruary 8, 2017July 25, 2017GRE Verbalgre vocab, preparing for the gre, question types, study tips

The GRE has some unusual question styles, but they’re often less complicated than they seem. GRE text completion questions may look intimidating, but they’re really just overgrown fill-in-the-blank questions.

In this comprehensive guide to GRE text completion, we’ll give a quick intro to the question format, tips for answering text completion questions, and some examples and explanations, so you know exactly what to expect from (and how to prepare for) this unique variety of GRE question.

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8 Top Tips for GRE Quantitative Comparison Questions

Hannah MunizFebruary 8, 2017July 27, 2017GRE Quantitativemath topics, preparing for the gre, study tips

You can’t claim to be ready for the GRE if you don’t know the ins and outs of Quantitative Comparison questions. This type of question, also known as “Quant Comp,” plays a critical role on the Quantitative Reasoning section, accounting for approximately 38 percent of all math questions. That’s more than a third of your overall Quant score!

But what exactly are you being tested on with these questions? And are there any tips for approaching them on the GRE? In this article, we’ll explore the function and purpose of Quantitative Comparisons. We’ll also give you advice on how to study and successfully tackle Quantitative Comparison questions on test day.

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How Many Years Is a Master’s Degree? How Long Does It Take?

Ellen McCammonFebruary 8, 2017July 25, 2017Grad Schoolapplying to grad school, explainers, what is grad school like

When you first start thinking about graduate school, you’ll probably want to know: how long does it take to get a master’s degree? In general, it takes one to three years, but the exact length depends on the programs you’re interested in.

In this article, we’ll break down the factors that impact how many years a master’s degree takes. We’ll also discuss some things that can make a degree take longer than initially projected, and some potential avenues for speeding through your studies!

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How to Reschedule GRE Test Dates: Fees, Rules, and Tips

Hannah MunizFebruary 8, 2017July 27, 2017GRE Logisticsets, gre cost, when to take the gre

Feel like you’re running out of time before test day? I know the feeling. The GRE is a tricky, intimidating test, but you’re going to have to brave it at some point. Still, what if something serious comes up on test day? Or what if you’re struggling to find time to study for it? Is it possible to just reschedule the GRE?

The good news is, you can reschedule GRE dates. But whether you should reschedule is an entirely different matter. In this article, we’ll give you step-by-step instructions on how to reschedule the GRE. We’ll also take a look at rescheduling fees, how rescheduling procedures differ by country, and when it’s OK (and not OK) to reschedule the GRE test.

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The 4 Best GRE Vocabulary Games

Hannah MunizFebruary 8, 2017July 27, 2017GRE Prep, GRE Verbalgre apps, gre practice, gre vocab1 Comment

Studying diligently is important for performing well on GRE Verbal. But is rote memorization of tough vocab really the only way to study for it? And more importantly, are there any study methods out there for GRE vocab that are, well, actually fun?

Follow along as I introduce you to the four best GRE vocabulary games currently available. We’ll also take an in-depth look at what qualities to look for in a vocab game and how you can integrate these games effectively into your test prep.

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GRE Passages: 2 Methods to Ace Reading Comprehension

Ellen McCammonFebruary 7, 2017July 24, 2017GRE Verbalgre verbal strategies, study tips

After getting into college, you probably thought you were done with reading comprehension passages. But if you need to take the GRE, it’s time to face these questions again—but in a denser, dizzier, more advanced form.

Luckily, we’re here to break down everything you need to know about GRE passages. We’ll talk about what questions you can expect to see on the test, how to best approach GRE reading comprehension passages, and give you strategic tips for finding the right answer.

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Expert GRE Probability Review: Formulas, Tips, and Practice

Hannah MunizFebruary 7, 2017July 27, 2017GRE Quantitativegre formulas, math topics, preparing for the gre

What’s the probability of getting a perfect GRE Quant score? While you don’t have to be a math whiz to score highly on the GRE, you do need to be able to understand the basic concepts being tested, one of which is probability. Knowing what kind of GRE probability questions to expect will give you a little more confidence on Quant — and help raise your Quant score!

In this extensive GRE probability review, we’ll start by covering what probability is and the ways it’s presented on the GRE. Then, we’ll teach you all of the basic rules and formulas you need to know as well as give you tips for studying probability and approaching GRE probability questions on test day.

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Complete GRE Geometry Review: Problems and Practice

Hannah MunizFebruary 7, 2017July 26, 2017GRE Quantitativemath topics, preparing for the gre, study tips1 Comment

Geometry might not be your strong suit, but you’re going to encounter it on GRE Quant, guaranteed. So how can you score highly on it? What are the formulas, rules, and terms you’ll need to know so you can solve GRE geometry problems quickly and accurately?

In this extensive GRE geometry review, we’ll go over the basics of geometry, including the major rules and formulas, and offer detailed explanations for official practice questions. We’ll also cover techniques for studying geometry as well as how you can effectively approach these questions on test day.

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