LSAT Reading

A comprehensive look at the skills and strategies needed to master the LSAT Reading Comprehension section.

Study Strategies

Active Reading and Annotation

Stay Engaged, Stay Ahead

Passively reading isn’t enough for the LSAT! Being an active reader means interacting with the text—underlining, circling, and jotting quick notes.

How to Annotate Effectively

Underline Main Points: Mark the thesis or important claims.

  • Circle Transition Words: Spot shifts like 'however' or 'in contrast.'
  • Write Marginal Notes: Summarize each paragraph in a word or two.

Payoff

Active reading keeps your brain engaged and helps you find answers faster when time is tight.

Examples

  • You circle 'however' every time the author introduces a new perspective.

  • You jot 'supports main idea' next to a key sentence to remember its role.

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