What Makes LSAT Passages Unique?

LSAT Reading Comprehension passages are notorious for their complexity, dense wording, and unfamiliar topics. But don’t worry! Every passage is designed to test your ability to understand, analyze, and synthesize information – not your prior knowledge.

Types of Passages

• Science and technology
• Law and the humanities
• Social sciences
• Paired passages (comparative reading)

Each type requires the same fundamental skills: identifying the main idea, understanding structure, and distinguishing between opinions and facts.

Key Features to Look For

• Main point: The central idea or argument.
• Author’s attitude: Tone and perspective.
• Structure: How the passage is organized (chronological, cause-effect, compare-contrast, etc.).

Real-World Application

Strong reading comprehension skills are valuable outside the LSAT. Whether you're reviewing a legal brief, a scientific paper, or a business memo, being able to quickly identify the main points and arguments saves time and improves your understanding.

Practice Reading

Read editorials, scientific journals, or court opinions regularly. Challenge yourself to summarize the main idea and author's stance in one or two sentences.