LSAT Reading Comprehension; A Free Reading Comp Lesson From Mike Kim, Author of The LSAT Trainer

[@shawanaryals]

Professor Kim could win a teaching competition. His lessons are the goods.

[@annemariepulawski5208]

Your book, your teaching style, your attitudes, and your LSAT philosophy are groundbreaking. I recommended it to people in my Power Score course who were having trouble with concepts that are only ever explained in one hit-or-miss way across other LSAT programs.

[@Tiwinkle]

The LSAT trainer saved my score and gave me hope. If it weren't for this KZbin channel, I probably wouldn't have bought it!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

That's great to hear -- glad to be of use and appreciate the comment!

[@severinsimonsen3709]

Your book has helped me jump over 15 points, especially in logical reasoning. Thanks.

[@raquelc3381]

Number 17 was a great example because I usually get stuck between two attractive choices, so it was good to see how certain words used is what sets apart the right answer from the wrong one

[@jasminjiinx]

I honestly don't know what I would do without Mike's videos, thank you soo much for these videos

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Thanks, Jasmin! Awesome to hear that you've found them helpful.

[@MrResidenteviladdict]

Just this one video helped go from 4/7 correct to 7/7. You're awesome!

[@AGuyWhoPunkUMama]

my problem isn't so much accuracy and analysis but it's doing all of what you've talked about in real time...

[@denisespragley4098]

I hve the same problem

[@bruceleestudymethod6099]

To do that, read US Supreme Court opinions in the morning.

[@Gradius-lsm]

@@bruceleestudymethod6099 link please

[@AntiMasonic93]

Yeah, you only have 35 minutes to complete each section of the last. This is a hard thing to do for a lot of examinees.

[@tomcotter4299]

@@Gradius-lsm Just Google U.S. Supreme Court Rulings

[@newsprep304]

Mike sir you are helping lot of Indian students for CLAT(Indian law entrance) ..... Love from India!

[@kurtswalander790]

Got the Trainer. Got the tests in the mail today. 14 week plan here I come. Mike Kim's work, opposed to other major LSAT prep companies, proposes simplicity and understanding of basic tasks coupled with repetition in pairs. As someone who has in previous years taken the LSAT and used other companies, I find what I have so far used from Mike to be exactly what I'm looking for in self-study. Many thanks Mike and I hope my positive views persist as I continue through the program .

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Thanks Kurt -- appreciate the comment and glad to hear that you have found the Trainer useful thus far -- wish you the best moving forward, and if you need anything don't hesitate to get in touch on the Trainer site -- www.thelsattrainer.com/ask-mike-kim.html -- take care -- Mike

[@emilythompson1529]

I’m just starting to prepare for the November test. This is so helpful

[@fleetingmeaning]

For someone who just recently decided on taking the LSAT, this is great help! Thank you so much!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for the thanks and wish you the best with everything.

[@jakhongirabdurakhmonov7876]

One of the most comprehensive suggestions to prepare for many standardized tests. Fat kudos dude! Many thanks for your effort!

[@karinacampbell9929]

You're the GOAT, Mike! Thank you.

[@SandraWellmonRealtor]

I can NOT thank you ENOUGH for this videos. I have taken the lsat 3 times with very low scores. You explain issues very well and give fantastic advise with all sections. Thanks so much for taking the time to do this.

[@TheLSATTrainer]

sure thing - glad to hear that you find them helpful and wish you the very best!

[@Pegalomania]

Very helpful. I usually feel inadequate because the questions bring up outside issues that I thought I was supposed to know answers to. I am so relieved to understand that is part of the test itself, knowing when the question is not in the lane of the discussion, so knowing I can narrow the scope to the text is comforting. I have an imagination so knowing I don't need to use it is great.

[@PeterParker-yg6fc]

the subtlety of the writing in your textbook is really wonderful

[@TheLSATTrainer]

thank you so much -- it was, for me, a labor of love -- I know it sounds cheesy to say that about an LSAT study guide, but, well, I guess that's why I write LSAT study guides -- appreciate you giving your attention to it -- hope the studying is going well.

[@alexandregiroux13]

Mike, your videos are wonderful! Thank you so much! Law school, here I come ! :)

[@TheLSATTrainer]

That's so nice for you to say! Glad to hear you found them helpful and wish you the very best with everything - MK

[@concert_weeb]

omg, he explains this in a way we could actually!!!!!! totally!!!!!! understand in a profound way.!

[@BlamBird]

Have gone from a 140 to a 162 in about 10 weeks with 2 more weeks to go because of your program. Wouldn't have been here without you and am excited to see how I do on the actual exam!

[@kejuanlynette8531]

Hi Marc, How'd you do on the test?

[@MEM2022]

Mike, I spent about 1200 in the testmaster course. I wished I knew about your course before. I'm taking the January test!

[@niluseneviratne9828]

How is someone this good at training others

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Thanks so much! Appreciate it and good luck with your studies!

[@stephanieargueta5800]

I've been very nervous about taking my LSATs mainly because of this section. I've thought for this section I have to do so much but what you showed in the video is brilliant. I'm still nervous for the exam but not as nervous because you just gave me so great advice. Thank you very much

[@RaChElLoKa10]

Very useful! Thank you. It's perfect to have this to complement the LSAT Trainer. I'm struggling with timing but I will keep practicing!

[@NehaShukla-xy4pc]

Hi, the pdf doesn't seem accessible?

[@haryem4781]

Thanks Mike! This video opens up a new way for me to look at questions and texts and eliminate wrong answers.

[@jenniferhonore788]

Mike you are awesome! Thank you so much for creating these videos. You are literally a life saver!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Happy to help - thanks for the thanks and good luck to u!

[@KarlPianoSnapshots]

Thanks for this! I'm studying Pre-law this year!

[@Bossanik]

Watching this for GMAT RC! Training should be harder than the Actual test, so LSAT is the way to go for me!

[@kevinagee111]

can you take my test for me mike? sweet i owe you

[@5117monique]

this was awesome... I am going to use some of these skills to help my 9 yr .. he is having problems with Reading Comprehension

[@zakariaelamranielidrissi4658]

Mike, I think you are Great! the value of what you do goes beyond anything quantifiable!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Thank you, Zakaria! -- Happy to be of use, and appreciate the support.

[@KS-rc6we]

Thank you so much, Mike! I love your book and these videos are great.

[@TheLSATTrainer]

That's great to hear -- appreciate the thanks and good luck with your studies.

[@bplifestyle3152]

My problem is I can’t read the passage, think about the passage, and answer the questions in such a short time

[@SophiaDiGiorgio-uk9qh]

Thanks!

[@kimht90]

Mike you are a real godsend.

[@TheLSATTrainer]

+kimht90 thank you so much for your comment -- reach out if you need me -- mk

[@claub5438]

Simple and right to the point. Thank you.

[@esportshighlights2457]

Hey Mike, fantastic work. Just wanted to offer an additional note about why 17 B is incorrect. 17 B says that "such documents can not be protected from unauthorized distribution...." but the passage makes it clear that creating a link to a document should not be considered the same as distribution. From the passage: "Hence creating a link to a document is not the same as making or distributing a copy of that document." Just another detail that makes this answer extra wrong!

[@vashonwalker]

With this strong method- is it safe to say that u are not concerned with finishing the entire RC section, but making sure that the pace that u are at ensures that the questions you answer you have a greater chance of success? Should I even be concerned with completing the entire sec on test day?

[@boomboom1ist]

I love you Mike

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Thank you, Jervon -- feeling is mutual, and I wish the very best for you.

[@roxannekinnally4208]

I am just starting to take the exam in January 2022 so I trying to fully understand the method and think logically in terms of being a lawyer

[@breylennsmom1]

Could you complete a RC section, live (in the allotted test time)?

[@projectelsa]

Thank you so much for these! I look forward to more videos soon!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

+Elsa Knight More coming out soon! Appreciate the encouragement and hope your prep is going well.

[@abc-pg5ie]

what is drill sets?

[@fizzaimam1859]

How do I retain the information in my memory so I don’t waste time constantly going back to the passage searching for certain words or phrases?

[@JayJay-vd5lx]

Great tips watched 3 of your lectures for the lsat

[@bryanhabashi4195]

I have a question. When you recommend that when practicing for the LSAT we practice the same passage again until we master it, I would like to know why is this helpful if the LSAT has different passages and test questions? Why couldn't we just apply the same technique you taught us to different passages? Thanks!

[@joshuakim7619]

You teach so well Thank you!

[@alexandragholi7136]

Where can I access the full answer guide to this version of the LSAT? Thanks also your videos are great

[@kejuanlynette8531]

I got each of these correct, but I did horribly on and am still confused about the CO2/global warming passage in the book. Is there a video explanation of that passage?!

[@RyanKiim]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO!!!!

[@laurenchristensen7001]

Thank you so much for this, it is SO helpful!

[@nadz8261]

Could you clarify the last point you made. How can you repeat it and master it, if you already know the answer?

[@tomcotter4299]

Write all of your answers on a separate sheet of paper. Doing so allows you to come back to the same question in the future--once you've forgotten the answer--and try again. I do this with logic games. There is one game I've done multiple times and made the exact same diagramming mistake three times! Fourth time is the charm, I hope.

[@JessicaBall-s6v]

mike kim my hero

[@CruzIlliet]

Thank you for this video. I am adding these habits to my "To Do" list.

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Sure thing - good luck with your studies.

[@lubomiratzatzeva7261]

You’re awesome and I bought your book. Thanks 🙌

[@bryanhabashi4195]

I have a question. When you say, "Try it untimed and review as carefully as you can," could this suggestion apply to the second time you take a practice test in general, when the questions are different from the first practice exam you did, or is this only when you're going through the same passage as before? Thank you. This video was helpful!

[@anjalisinha4291]

I have a question: In question 21., why the option B is an incorrect answer? As to using the analogy, it does represents two sides of the copyright debate and it does seem like an attractive answer. Can you give more context to why this is a wrong answer? Thanks so much Mike. Have a great Wednesday! :)

[@iheartsinging123]

Hi, so my understanding is that B is incorrect NOT because the telephone conversation is NOT used as an analogy, but because it is NOT used to illustrate the two sides of the passage (which answer B states), it is more so used to provide support for the author's side of the copyright issue. Hope this helps!

[@ct6410]

I am registered for the LSAT in July. I took a sample exam (June 2007) today, just to see where I'm starting from, and scored 161. If I have 14 weeks to study full-time, is it possible I could hit 175 or above? Thanks!

[@aalegalfocus]

How'd you do? I think such a huge jump is unlikely, but maybe an 8 point increase is possible.

[@benhancock6962]

Hey Mike! Your videos are so helpful. I just ordered your book. I have a year until I take the test and reading comprehension is kicking my tail. What novels or publications would you advise I read to obtain better RC skills. Thanks!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Hey Ben -- glad you find the videos helpful and excited to see how the book turns out for you -- The most common LSAT-related advice is to read a lot of dense material, such as The Economist -- I'm not so sure I agree with that -- I do think it's very important to read a lot -- and to be in "great reading shape" -- One book I suggest to everyone is "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson -- it offers multiple benefits in that a) it is science written for non-science readers -- same as LSAT science passages b) it discusses a huge % of the major scientific events of the modern era, and thus will very likely cover something that is, at least tangentially, related to what your LSAT science passage will be about c) it is, at least in my opinion, incredibly inspiring, and it can also really get you hooked on reading. Other than that, I suggest that you just try to work on reading as many high-quality books/materials as you can in any subjects that you find interesting -- HTH - Good luck with your studies and get in touch if you need me - MK

[@kusummehta5330]

YOUR VIDEOS ARE VERY HELPFUL BUT I CAN NOT FIND THE WEBSITE.FOR PAPER WORK.

[@timothyschule3831]

In question 21......B and D are essentially the same answer and I was bent on the word analogy which ultimately led me to picking B. Would you be able to explain further?

[@timothyschule3831]

Is it because it gives the complete issue on copyright and the author actually gives his opinion on the issue?

[@iheartsinging123]

Hi, so my understanding is that B is incorrect NOT because the telephone conversation is NOT used as an analogy, but because it is NOT used to illustrate the two sides of the passage (which answer B states), it is more so used to provide support for the author's side of the copyright issue. However, if the author used the telephone conversation analogy to explain BOTH SIDES of the copyright law debate, then it could be correct. It is not the "analogy" part of answer B that makes it wrong, its the part that says that it is used to "illustrate the positions taken by each of the two sides in the copyright debate." Hope this helps!

[@tomcotter4299]

The mind-numbing wording of the questions and answer choices is the hardest part of this section. The test makers are sadistic.

[@Singawayek]

Thanks for a great Tutorial!

[@nzmanhdee6246]

Wow! Just started studying.

[@PuzzleGotti]

Thanks your methods are very easy to apply

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Sure thing - thanks for the thanks and wish you the best - mk

[@kyrgyznationalist]

Got your book today. A very engaging one.

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Thank you! Hope you enjoy and please get in touch if you need me for anything.

[@kyrgyznationalist]

@@TheLSATTrainer Hi Mike! Two things. 1. How would you advise using Bible books with your book? 2. Should I do more timed full tests from PT 52-61 once done with your 16 week plan, 62-81? I scored 149 in cold diagnostic. I will sit for LSAT in January 2020. Score goal 168-171. Thank you!

[@colleenekt]

My problem is how am I suppose to mentally process all of that for each passage in real time in 35 min (3 min per passage, 1 min per question on average)

[@stevennewman5442]

practice

[@linkgreenthekhemist6386]

I'm loving the trainer so far and would like to thank you for all of this. However, the email you all provide on your website has not responded to me and it's been over 3 months. Is there any other way to privately have questions answered about your material? Or do I have to ask my questions here?

[@TheLSATTrainer]

So sorry to hear about that -- please try emailing again and I'll make sure to get back to you.

[@MercuryLove46]

Thank you, Mike.

[@TheLSATTrainer]

+MercuryLove46 Sure thing - hope you found it useful.

[@juliemugadza2353]

I bought your book

[@mariamkinen8036]

The print is hopeless on a small screen

[@jesseshanker6189]

i have two months to study for the LSAT mike. i am studying very strictly and these videos help a lot any other advice?

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Hi Jesse -- recommend that you check out my book, The LSAT Trainer, and the free study schedules available on the Trainer website -- seems the 8 week schedule can suit you well -- good luck!

[@anastasiasun4950]

I can't believe this is free

[@delmardawg]

Thanks a lot! Your videos help me

[@TheLSATTrainer]

+Austin Crawford Great to hear - wish you the best and get in touch if you need me.

[@joshclyde9347]

So I should read each passage twice before answering questions?

[@BMANONO]

But you dont have time, remember you have 35 minutes to do questions in that section.

[@ramif101]

Thank you so much!

[@fairyboy3087]

You're awesome thank you so much!

[@mrumstead]

This was so helpful ty so muh!

[@poorboy2772]

A free exchange of ideas is not communication ?

[@kusummehta5330]

MIKE SIR, I CANNOT OPEN LINK UP. .

[@TheLSATTrainer]

+kusum mehta you can get to the article by clicking here: lsatters.com/lsat-reading-comp/. And you can get to the pdf used by clicking here: www.lsac.org/docs/default-source/jd-docs/sampleptjune.pdf. Let me know if that doesn't work out for you.

[@I_am_vickthor]

omg thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lexustiel95]

Should we roadmap?

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Hi Lexus -- not familiar with what roadmapping is -- sorry! -- Best, Mike

[@Megjo]

Thank you!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

+Megan Jones Thanks for the thanks!

[@kusummehta5330]

Thank you sir, i got it.

[@TheLSATTrainer]

+kusum mehta sure thing - all the best to you.

[@qiyang3197]

Thank you.

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[@JGLMSW]

Just took the LSAT, need to bring my score up 4+ points. Bummer. I'm all signed up for September, and I bought the LSAT trainer last night the second I received my results. Let's see how this goes!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Thanks for trusting in the Trainer and wish you the best with it -- get in touch if you need me.

[@JGLMSW]

Hey Mike, Just one question. I'm about 160ish pages into the book after my first week and a half with it. I love it. I wish I had read this before my first LSAT. Sometimes I have trouble differentiating between Taking for Granted and Failing to Consider, can you give me some advice on perfecting it? Thanks so much!

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Hey Joseph, Pretty much all flaws can be described using either of those terms -- you don't have to worry about choosing between them -- they are both phrases that can help you see what is wrong with arguments, and ideally you want to work to get better and better at describing flaws both ways -- there will be lots more discussion about that in the Trainer as you move forward -- HTH and let me know if you need anything else -- MK

[@JesusDoesMiracles-4me]

Do you have an email address?

[@annemariepulawski5208]

**ANSWER SPOILER ALERT*** **ANSWER SPOILER ALERT*** For #15, choosing between A and E, I understand why E is incorrect in using "radical" and using the word "growth" to describe access. But I really don't see how A can be remotely considered the main point. I mean, we see the author's main point right in the last sentence like a big "and this is why I wrote this." A doesn't even mention the author's concern about changing copyright laws. I immediately ruled it out as FAR too narrow.

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THANKS MIKE!!!!!! WISH ME GOOD LUCK!!! LOL

[@TheLSATTrainer]

Sure thing -- all the luck in the world to you!!!

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