LSAT Reading

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

Understanding Passage StructureIdentifying Author’s ViewpointTypes of LSAT Reading Questions
Making Logical InferencesHandling Comparative Reading PassagesDealing with Dense or Technical Material
Applying Reading Skills to Academic SuccessReading Critically in Everyday LifePreparing for Law School Reading
Active Reading and AnnotationTime Management on Test DayEliminating Wrong Answer Choices
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Basic Concepts

Types of LSAT Reading Questions

Know Your Question Types

The LSAT Reading section uses a handful of question types, each requiring a slightly different approach.

Main Types

  • Main Point: Asks you for the central idea.
  • Detail: Tests your memory of specific facts.
  • Inference: Requires you to deduce information not directly stated.
  • Author’s Purpose: Asks why the author included certain information.
  • Function: Tests your understanding of the role of a sentence or paragraph.

Quick Tips

  • Identify the question type before diving into the answer choices.
  • Main point and inference questions are the most common.

Relevance Beyond the LSAT

These skills help in college, law school, and even in reading contracts or instructions—knowing what you’re being asked is half the battle.

Examples

  • A question asks, 'Which of the following best states the main idea of the passage?'

  • Another asks, 'The author mentions X primarily in order to…'

In a Nutshell

Recognize question types to tailor your approach and save time.

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