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Tips for handling illogical comparisons on SAT Writing?

Illogical comparisons on the SAT Writing section are giving me a hard time. Could anyone share their strategies for identifying and fixing these types of errors? I'd really appreciate any help!

a year ago

Illogical comparisons can indeed be tricky on the SAT Writing section, but don't worry, I've got some tips for you! When it comes to identifying illogical comparisons, you should focus on the structure of the sentence and look for instances where the comparison doesn't quite make sense or seems ambiguous.

One strategy to tackle illogical comparisons is to ensure that the items being compared are of the same type. For example, you can't compare an action to an object, or a person to an idea. When you spot a sentence with a comparison, take a moment to analyze whether the two elements being compared are similar in nature.

Another tip is to look for keywords or phrases that signal a comparison, such as 'like,' 'unlike,' 'as,' 'than,' or 'similar to.' These words can guide you towards the parts of the sentence where a comparison is being made.

To fix illogical comparisons, you might need to rephrase the sentence, add or remove words, or change the elements being compared to ensure they're of the same type. Practice by looking for illogical comparisons in sample sentences and try rewording them to make the comparisons logical and clear. Over time, you'll develop a better intuition for identifying and fixing these types of errors.

Best of luck with your SAT preparation!

a year ago

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