Select 1 entry for each blank - fill in the blank(s)
Directions: Each sentence below has one ore more blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Beneath the sentence are five words for one-blank questions and sets of three words for each blank for two- and three- blank questions. Choose the word or set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole. (see pictures at the beginning of the chapter)
Kaplan method:
1. Read the sentence(s), look for clues.
1. Read the sentence(s), look for clues.
2. Predict an answer for each blank.
3. Select the best match from the choices.
4. Check your work by reading the sentence(s) with the word(s) in the blank(s).
Clues: key words/phrases describing the missing words
Structural indicators: road signs that signal to go the same direction or change direction (straight-ahead or detour) [see list in chapter and on previous blog]
ALWAYS try to fill in the blank(s) with your own word(s) before you read the answer choices
ALWAYS read ALL answer choices.
The same process applies with multiple blanks, the only change is to try to fill in the easiest blank first.
Additional tips:
Look for direct implications, not ambiguous interpretations - try to stay logical!
Don't get too creative - stick to words you know when generating your own word, and don't try to be too poetic
Paraphrase long and complex sentences - keep it simple, sweetie!
Use root words when you encounter unknown vocabulary!!
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