Last 15days Verbal Prep

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Hi Experts,

I have my GMAT exam scheduled on 18th October.

I am not that good but okay with the quants sections but struggle with the VERBAL section a lot. Main issue is I cannot complete the section.
I take a lot of time in most of the Verbal questions.

Any particular tips which i should focus on this last 13days of my prep.

Practically speaking, I know no miracle is going to happen in this little time that I have but would appreciate if anything I can totally focus on.

Overall Score in Verbal is around 27.. so i pretty much struggle in all sections.
Main reason for score drop is not able to finish the section and not attempt min 7 to 8 questions.

Any advice is most welcome.

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KarishmaB · Answer

If you know you are going to fall short on time, spread out your guesses. If you come across a question that seems difficult, skip it within 30 secs. Hopefully you wouldn’t need to do this in the first 6-8 questions.

Also, focus on SC and CR. Review them from a test prep company’s resources. You could make a big difference in 15 days too in these two.

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EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Nabneet,

Many GMATers find at least some part of the GMAT to be challenging, so you are not alone. The Verbal section is as consistent and predictable as the Quant section is, but Verbal questions have no 'safety net' - meaning that if you make a little mistake or miss a vital piece of information, then you will convince yourself that one of the wrong answers is correct (and not realize it). In addition, if you are working in inefficient ways (and end up having to reread prompts over-and-over), then that would help to explain why you are having trouble finishing the entire Verbal section on time. All of these issues can be fixed, but the training will likely take more than just 2 weeks of additional study.

Before I can offer you the specific advice that you’re looking for, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:

Studies:
1) To confirm, when you say that you cannot attempt the last 7-8 of the Verbal questions on your CATs/mocks, does that mean that you run out of time and physically do not answer the question OR are you just blindly selecting answers for those 7-8 questions?
2) How long have you studied? How many hours do you typically study each week?
3) What study materials have you used so far? What “brands” of CATs/mocks have you used?
4) On what dates (or approximate dates) did you take EACH of your CATs/mocks and how did you score on EACH (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores for EACH)?

Goals:
5) What is your overall goal score?
6) When are you planning to apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to?

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Rich

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GmatKnightTutor · Answer

Consider using question/time markers. For SC, memorizing commonly tested idioms could be helpful as well. For RC, becoming familiar with how inference questions work could also be useful.

SC Idiom list  - may help boost that part a bit.

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi Nabneet,

Here is an article that you may find helpful:

How to Get Faster at GMAT Verbal

Feel free to reach out with any questions.

Nabneet · Answer

Hi Mam,
I have sent (Private Message) my ESR report, if time permits could you please go through it and give me feedback.

GmatKnightTutor · Answer

You can also share the ESR here (may want to wipe any personal info off it first). People may provide some specific suggestions.

-contact: gmatknight site | gmatclub dm

Nabneet · Answer

Hi GmatKnight,
I have sent you my ESR.

Nabneet · Answer

I gave my GMAT on 18th OCT. I didn't do well in the exam got a very very very bad score, 550(Q47,V20)
Target: 680+

Quants: Q47, reason for less score is accuracy, which I think I can improve.
Verbal I totally screwed up big big big big time (V20). I was anyways not confident with verbal section but was not expecting V20 (at least V27 to 30)

So now I am thinking of retaking GAMT after 1.5 or 2months. But now I am confused between current format and Focus Edition.

I am attaching my ESR report.

Experts could you please check my ESR and provide feedback on what should be my further action.

Legacy or the Focus Edition for the retake

Waiting for your valuable feedback.

Score-Quest · Answer

Given your situation and the ESR report, it seems advisable to opt for the Focus Edition for your GMAT retake. Since the traditional format will not be available after January 31st, it would be beneficial to familiarize yourself with the Focus Edition. Considering your current verbal score, you may indeed require 2-3 months to improve significantly in that area. The Focus Edition could be advantageous as it has separate sections for Quant and IR, where you've performed relatively well.
Good luck with your preparation!

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Nabneet,

I've sent you a PM with an analysis of your ESR and some additional notes and questions.

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

Contact Rich at: [email protected]
www.empowergmat.com

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