GRE Sections: What's in the GRE? - Exam Strategist (2023)

Are you considering taking the GRE test and want to know, "What is the GRE test?"

With unique question types and unusual response formats, it's important to become thoroughly familiar with theThree distinguishable GRE Sections:Verbal Argumentation (V),Quantitative Thinking (Q), zAnalytical Writing (AW).In general, the GREsix sections, one of them goalless. The verbal and quantitative parts contain two sections per part. We review each section of the GRE and fully answer the question, "What is the GRE about?"

How many questions are there on the GRE?

On the day of the exam you will find82 scored questionsbut you probably need to graduate102 questions in totaldue to an experimental or research phase. EITHERexperimental sectionhas the following attributes:

• It does not count towards your final grade.
• May appear any time after the Analytical Writing section
• Not customizable at the section level
• The difficulty of the question can vary greatly

Due to these characteristics, it is not recommended that the examinees guess during the exam which section is the experimental one. Let's take a look at the breakdown of the GRE section and question types below.

verbal argument

The verbal reasoning portion of the GRE test includesFrombroken sections of20 questionsall the world. Compared to the GMAT Verbal Reasoning section, the GRE Verbal Reasoning section is more comprehensive in testing English comprehension with added emphasis on vocabulary. There are three types of verbal reasoning questions:end of text,Sentence Equivalence, zreading comprehension.

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Closing questions are 1-5 sentences long, contain 1-3 spaces, and have three to five possible answers. Candidates for the GRE test must choose the correct onevocabularyword for each space for credit; unfortunately there isno partial credit🇧🇷 See sample question belowETS website(creators of the GRE) below.

Remember that all text completion questions have the same point value, regardless of the number of spaces in the question. From a strategic point of view, don't get too caught up in a long closing question. Go ahead and mark the question for review on a second pass.

Sentence Equivalence

Similar to text completion, sentence equivalence questions require intensive vocabulary knowledge. However, this style of GRE questioning is unique in that it prompts candidates to chooseFromof six words that complete the sentence in aequivalent form🇧🇷 Note that it doesn't matter if both options are "synonymous". In fact, you should be aware of it.Fallenplaced by the test authors, leading you to choose synonymous words even though they do not complete the sentence in an equivalent way. Also similar to the text padding you should chooseBothcorrect answers to get points.

reading comprehension

Reading comprehension questions consist of a text passage followed by several analytical questions about the text. You may be familiar with this style of questions from previous standardized tests, such as the SAT or ACT. However, these passages are much more demanding because they are designed in mirror image.Postgraduate level publicationMaterial. In particular, you may be required to:

• derive missing information
• to make conclusions
• Identify the author's assumptions.
• Distinguish major dots from minor dots

GRE test takers must prepare for passages in a variety of subjects. For example, if you plan to pursue a degree in biomedicine, you may be adept at reviewing abstracts from medical journals, but stumble over it.New York Times Book Reviewalmost incomprehensible. The best way to improve your GRE reading comprehension is to become a voracious reader and analyzechallengerAppetizer out of your comfort zone.

quantitative thinking

Like the Verbal Reasoning section, the GRE section includes Quantitative ReasoningFrombroken sections of20 questionsall the world. This section focuses on high school mathematics and covers arithmetic, algebra, data analysis, and geometry. While you have access to an on-screen calculator, you must learn to use it sparingly and trust it.Mental arithmetic abbreviationsfor most quantitative reasoning questions. Before going over basic math concepts and geometric formulas that you may have long forgotten, it's important to familiarize yourself with the five different types of questions:

• quantitative comparison
• Numeric input
• Multiple choice - One answer
• Multiple choice: one or more answers
• Data Interpretation Sets

quantitative comparison

The quantitative comparison question type distinguishes the quantitative component of the GRE from those of other standardized tests. GRE test takers must determineWhich of the two sizes is larger?(or if the two sizes are the same or if it is impossible to tell). Although the "Data Adequacy" style questions on the GMAT are somewhat similar,quantitative comparisonThe questions require students to establish the relationship between the magnitudes of two quantities and determine if there is enough data.

Candidates for the GRE test facea14-16 quantitative comparisontotal questions (or7-8per section), which can take the form of equations, integers, inequalities, or graphs. When I started studying for these types of questions, I would often say to myself, "This question seems random and stupid!" However, I soon learned that with quantitative comparison questions, the most important thing is to recognize that a particular concept is being addressed. tested and it is our job as test takers to identify and apply that concept correctly. For example, is the question trying to test you on a specific geometry rule or factoring method? It's easy to get bogged down in awkward wording for these types of questions. You should not lose sight of the fact that your first task is to make a hypothesis about what the test authors are trying to prove before trying to determine the answer.

Numeric input

While most students generally agree that the Quantitative Reasoning section of the GMAT is more challenging than the GRE, GRE test candidates must deal with a different style of questioning not found on the GMAT: numeric entry. Luckily, you'll probably only see about4 Numeric inputtotal questions (or2per section). The instructions are clear: you create your own answer and write it in the blank space. In general, you should rely on the shortcuts of mental arithmetic and learn to save time by avoiding heavy exercises.calculator on screenuse. However, there are issues with the numeric input style.couldRequire the use of a calculator for accurate entry of answers if the question requires it.

Multiple choice - One answer

This is your typical standardized math test question with five possible answers and one correct answer. You can wait for the process to completeneighborhood 20 Multiple choice - One answerQuestions in total (or approx.10per section). Note, that's whyan answerquestions, see each answer option marked with aOval🇧🇷 I recommend that students start practicing this style of questions as they become more familiar with basic GRE math concepts.

Multiple choice: one or more answers

You'll know you've found oneone or more answersquestion of style if you seesquare boxesnext to the answer options in "check box" format. The quantitative reasoning section includesa 4 Multiple Choice - One or more answersEnter the questions in total (or over2per section). GRE test takers should be prepared for a variety of answer options. Some questions have fewer than five possible answers, others more than five. Additionally, the question may ask you to select a certain number of options oracorrect answers. Sounds like a lot of variety? As my high school chemistry teacher used to warn: read the question, read the question, read the question!

Data Interpretation Sets

For any aspiring data scientist (or data visualization addict), this section is for you. Data Interpretation Sets Includedneighborhood3 consecutive questionsAffiliation to a specific registry. You should be aware that data interpretation sets can contain numeric entry questions or multiple choice questions (both types). Also, you should not incorporate any specific outside knowledge (other than everyday facts) and use the data presented solely to answer the question. In addition to many practical problems, one way to improve your score on interpreting data sets is to review charts and infographics frequently, such as: B. the enThe Economist.

Analytical Writing (AW)

Candidates for the GRE test must complete2 essay questions: "Analyze a question" and "Analyze an argument". In a first step, students must address it.Complete listof all writing requests for both assignments on the ETS (creator of the GRE) website. For the Analyzing a Problem essay, you can look from multiple angles and say whether you agree or disagree in a structured and persuasive way. With the "Analyzing an Argument" essay, on the other hand, your main concern is to address the logic and validity of an author's argument. Beware of superficial or unfounded assumptions made by the author. For both essays I propose the following:

• until spend5 minutesCreate a thoughtful sketch
• Present counterarguments and then successfully refute them.

Order of GRE sections and breaks

Unlike the GMAT, GRE test takers cannot customize the order of their test sections. On the GRE test, theThe Analytical Writing section always comes first🇧🇷 But the next five sections can comein any order🇧🇷 Also, don't forget that there is an experimental or research section that doesn't count towards your score.

How long is it or GRE?

GRE test takers will spend3 hours and 45 minutescompletion of your exam. If you take the GRE personally orI get married, you will have1 10 minutesRest after the third segment and one minute rest between all other segments. The following table describes a possible test day scenario:

Next Steps: GRE Tracks

By now you should have a good understanding of the structure and format of the GRE test. If you decide to go to graduate school and need to complete the GRE, I encourage you to create a target GRE score based on the reported averages of the programs that interest you. Once you have a goal in mind, you can choose the appropriate curriculum and determine whatGRE Study Materialsyou need on your way to exam success.