GRE Verbal Tactics Flash Cards

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In eliminating answer choices, test for connotation	If you have no idea about your word other than whether it is positive or negative, look for the opposite connotation in its choices.	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT
Change unfamiliar words from one part of speech to another	if you're unfamiliar with a word, try changing it into a noun or verb you are more familiar with using in context.	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT
Break down unfamiliar words into recognizable parts	as much as you possibly can	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT
Consider secondary meanings of the capitalized word	When no answer jumps out right away, consider secondary meanings	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT
Look at the answer choices to determine the word's part of speech	identify whether it is a noun, verb, or adjective...	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT
Read all the choices before you decide what is best	Capture nuance	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT
Think of antonyms for the capitalized word	It will help you recognize the correct answer among the options	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT
Think of context for the capitalized word	Try to use the capitalized word in a sentence. Then think of the opposite of that context and pick the answer.	0	ahoya08 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:54:31 GMT

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