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PART ONE: THE GRE

Chapter 1: Introduction to the GRE

Understanding the GRE

How the GRE Is Organized

Scoring

Test Registration

GRE Checklist

GRE Subject Tests

Chapter 2: CAT Test Mechanics

CAT Mechanics

Navigating the GRE CAT: Computer Basics

CAT: The Upside

CAT: The Downside

Kaplan's CAT Strategies

Paper-and-Pencil Strategies

PART TWO: STRATEGIES AND PRACTICE

Chapter 3: Verbal Section

Introduction

The New Verbal Section Question Type--Text Completion

Vocabulary--The Most Basic Principle for Verbal Success

Sentence Completions

Analogies

Antonyms

Reading Comprehension

Verbal Practice Set

Answers and Explanations

Diagnostic Tool

Chapter 4: Quantitative Section

Introduction

New Quantitative Question Type--Numeric Entry

Quantitative Comparisons

Word Problems

Classic GRE Math Techniques

Data Interpretation

Quantitative Practice Set

Answers and Explanations

Diagnostic Tool

Chapter 5: Analytical Writing Section

What to Expect 

Holistic Scoring

The 6 Basic Principles of GRE Writing

Kaplan's 5-Step Method for GRE Writing

The Issue Essay

The Argument Essay

Kaplan's 22 Principles of Effective Writing

Answers to 22 Principles Exercises

Analytical Writing Practice Prompts

Analytical Writing Practice Essays

Chapter 6: Take Control of the Test

Kaplan's 4 Basic Principles of Good Test Mentality

The Kaplan AdvantageTM Stress-Management System

Test Day

PART THREE: FULL-LENGTH PRACTICE TEST

How to Take This Practice Test

Section One: Verbal

Section Two: Quantitative

Section Three: Analytical Writing

PART FOUR: PRACTICE TEST ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS

Answer Key

Calculate Your Score

Answers and Explanations

PART FIVE: GETTING INTO GRAD SCHOOL

Chapter 7: Where and When to Apply

What Programs You Should Consider

Where You Can Get In

When to Apply

Chapter 8: How to Apply

How Schools Evaluate Applicants

Who Evaluates Applicants?

Preparing Your Application

Maximizing the Various Parts of Your Application

Before You Submit Your Application

Putting It All Together

Congratulations

A Special Note for International Students

GRE RESOURCES

Kaplan's Word Groups

Kaplan's Root List

Top GRE Words in Context

Math Reference