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ABOUT GRE |
| What is GRE |
GRE stands for GRADUATE RECORD EXAMINATION - a standardized exam at various locations in the United States and around the world. The aspirants take what is called as a the GRE CAT (which stands for Computer Adaptive Test). The test is given year-round at testing centers .You need to register for the test and make an appointment for your testing session.
The GRE testing program includes a General Test as well as Subject Tests in disciplines such as Biology, Psychology and Mathematics. It depends upon the requirements of an individual and his aspirations that which test is to be taken |
| What is CAT |
CAT is the contemporary format for all types of exams, and GRE is no exception. Earlier GRE was a paper based exam, but as for now, it is computer based.
In the CAT format of the exam the computer chooses problems based on a candidate's responses to previous questions. This makes the CAT "adaptive" or "interactive". CAT selects questions according to each candidate's ability. The questions are broadly classified as easy, moderately difficult and very difficult. Because the CAT is interactive it uses fewer items and takes less time to administer than the paper-based version.
Simply putting, the computer has access to a large number of test items classified according to question types (antonyms, reading comprehension, graphs etc.) and arranged in order of difficulty. At the start of the test the computer presents the examinee with "seed" questions, items of average difficulty level. If these are answered successfully then the program selects for the next question an item of greater difficulty.
On the contrary, if the "seed" questions are not answered successfully, then the program lowers the difficulty level by selecting a question from the lower difficulty range. Needless to say that because of such an adaptation it is very important to start the test with greatest accuracy.
The Analytical Writing Measure is an exception to this rule, since it is an essay based section. The test taker has 45 minutes to write an essay answer to an "issue" topic and 30 minutes to write an essay answer to an "argument" topic. These essays are then evaluated by an examiner and a grade is awarded depending upon their merit. |
| What Kinds of Questions are on the GRE? |
The questions on the GRE test are classified as
VERBAL QUESTIONS
a) SENTENCE COMPLETIONS - Sentence completion questions ask the test taker to choose a word or words to fill in the blanks in a given sentence.
b) ANALOGIES - Analogy questions present a pair of words that have some logical relationship. Then the choices present other pair of words. The test taker has to select the pair that has the same kind of relationship as the first pair.
c) READING COMPREHENSION - These questions are based on a passage provided to read. The passage can be on a melange of topics and the questions test the ability of the test taker to comprehend the passage.
d) ANTONYMS - These questions present a simple vocabulary word and the test taker is required to choose a word most nearly opposite to the meaning of the given word.
MATHEMATICS QUESTIONS
a) QUANTITAVE COMPARISON - The questions of this type test the skills in comparing information and in estimation. There are two columns A and B. The task is to compare the respective quantities and find out whether one is greater than the other, if they are equal, or if no comparison is possible.
b) PROBLEM SOLVING - Problem solving questions present multiple choice problems in arithmetic, basic algebra and geometry. The task is to solve the questions correctly and choose the correct answer among five answer choices.
c) GRAPHS - These questions present mathematical information in pictorial form. Each graph is followed by questions about it.
ANALYTICAL WRITING MEASURE
a ) ISSUE TOPIC (45minutes) - The tasks asks the test taker to take a position on a topic of general interest and then develop his opinion from any perspective he chooses. One of the two prompts is to be attempted.
b) ARGUMENT TOPIC (30 minutes) - The task is to critique an argument by assessing the reasonableness of its assumptions, the validity of its logic and the reliability of its conclusion. No choice is provided
SCORING AND REPORTING
The test taker gets 4 types of scores
1- Quantitative Score out of 800
2- Verbal Score out of 800
3- Total Score out of 1600
4- AWA score which is on a scale of 6 and in increments of 0.5
SCORE VALIDITY
GRE scores are valid for a period of 5 years from the date of the test. |
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| GRE (COMPREHENSIVE) |
The GRE comprehensive program is designed to cater to the needs of candidates who are new to the test and have very little knowledge about the various aspects of the test. It aims at molding the candidate according to the specific requirements of the GRE, which is a test very different from other tests. The program formulators have in depth knowledge about the GRE and are at a very good position to direct the candidate according to the specific requirements of the test from a very basic level.The program includes - |
A) CLASSROOM TEACHING - The classroom teaching aims at bolstering the basics of the test taker in the fields of mathematics and English. Past experience has shown that a very dependable way to be successful at the GRE is to inculcate strong basics in the various sections of GRE. The regular classroom training along with handy tips during the classes ensure that the test taker is fully prepared.
B) SIMULATED GRE TESTS - A person enrolling in the comprehensive program virtually takes 30 to 40 GRE tests before the actual GRE. This allows the candidate to be comfortable during the test, which tests the mental strength of the test taker. The GRE requires a lot of time management and the tests ensure that the test taker can efficiently manage his time. |
| GRE (COMPUTER SIMULATIVE) |
The GRE computer simulative test is designed for test takers who are fully confident of their preparation for the GRE and need only virtual tests to enhance their performance. The program formulators assume that the candidate has good command over the basics of the GRE and hence no classroom teaching is provided. The soft wares given to the test takers are the most advanced in the area of testing and are good indicators of the test performance. |
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