simplifying complex sentences
summary
the content focuses on strategies for tackling long and complex sentences in the gre verbal section, emphasizing the importance of identifying and disregarding extraneous information to find the correct answer.
- identifying 'verbiage' or unnecessary words is crucial for simplifying complex sentences.
- key to success is honing in on important words or 'clues' that lead to understanding the sentence's main point.
- understanding the meaning of specific words, such as 'shunned' and 'concise', is essential for choosing the correct answer.
- applying the strategy of eliminating irrelevant details, like names and titles, helps in focusing on the sentence's core meaning.
- creating your own answer before looking at the choices can prevent confusion and lead to the correct answer more directly.
chapters
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understanding verbiage
01:22
identifying clues
03:18
strategy for complex sentences