Narrowing Down Answer Choices

When you're unsure of an answer, eliminate obviously wrong choices to improve your odds of selecting the correct one. Look for answers that are off-topic, grammatically incorrect, or don’t match the passage’s style.

• Cross out answers that repeat the same error as the original sentence.
• Focus on differences between choices, especially punctuation and word choice.
• Don't second-guess yourself if your choice matches the rules you’ve learned!

This strategy increases your chances, even when you have to guess.