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Word Choice
Summary
The content focuses on tackling word choice errors, also known as diction errors, which are prevalent in the GRE exam. It emphasizes the importance of understanding commonly confused words and phrases to enhance test performance.
- Diction errors are common on the GRE, and understanding commonly confused words can significantly improve test scores.
- Examples include differentiating between words that sound alike (e.g., 'allude' vs. 'elude') and phrases that are often misused (e.g., 'would of' vs. 'would have').
- The content also covers pairs of words that perform similar functions but are used in different contexts (e.g., 'between' vs. 'among', 'fewer' vs. 'less').
- Practical examples and test scenarios are provided to illustrate how these errors might appear on the GRE and how to correctly address them.
- Special attention is given to verbs and nouns that are frequently confused, offering clear explanations to demystify these common mistakes.
Chapters
00:01
Understanding Commonly Confused Words
00:29
Differentiating Similar Sounding Words
02:16
Navigating Between Similar Function Words
05:15
Addressing Common GRE Diction Errors
