june 2007, passage 3, question 15
summary
the essence of tackling main point questions on the lsat involves identifying an answer that encapsulates the entire argument of the passage, without necessarily detailing every concept discussed.
- main point questions require a summary of the whole argument, not just parts.
- the correct answer must be broad enough to apply to all concepts mentioned in the passage.
- developing a prephrase for the main point as you read can guide you to the correct answer.
- the example provided illustrates that the main point revolves around the argument that putting things on the web isn't a copyright violation.
- answer choices for main point questions often include details from the passage but may not be broad enough to cover the entire argument.
chapters
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understanding main point questions
00:58
the process of elimination
01:30
analyzing incorrect answers
