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How to Boost Your GRE Sentence Equivalence Score

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If there is one sure-shot way to get an above-average score in the GRE then that is the Sentence Equivalence (SE), because good preparation with SE directly translates into better performance in both Sentence Equivalence and Text Completion (TC)  and thereby your GRE preparation. Combined, these two question types make up 50% of the GRE syllabus giving an unparalleled advantage to candidates. But, how does one become so good with SE that they are sure that they will get every question right? Well, one might find these question types daunting for the reason that they use notorious vocabulary and bombastic language, but, with a precise strategy and consistent practice one can be sure to attempt all the questions of SE and by extension TC with near-perfect accuracy. The following are the simple and yet the most effective strategies for the GRE Sentence Equivalence. Step 1: Vocabulary, Vocabulary, Vocabulary If there is one thing that will clear your way for GRE SE and TC is vocabular...

How to Ace GRE Verbal

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To ace any test, consistency is required. Some might argue that one has to work very hard to get great results. However, does hard work alone guides to required results in a test such as GRE? This article will help debunk some of the tips to ace GRE verbal.   Know thy strengths:  GRE test is not about getting most of the answers right. It's about knowing what you are good at. Some people are good at Reading comprehensions while others are Vocabulary based questions such as Sentence Equivalence and Text Completion, and some might be good at both. The first step to Ace GRE Syllabus is to understand the core format of the exam, its algorithm, what you are good at what you are not. Giving special attention to individual sections instead of a whole can help you realize what you need to focus on.   Embrace Vocabulary: GRE Preparation begins with Vocabulary building. Whether you like it or hate it, no one goes to war without a combat helmet. Similarly, no one goes to an exam w...