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PrepTest 73, Passage 1, Question 7


Carl Pyrdum
Lesson by Carl Pyrdum
Magoosh Expert

Summary
The content provides an in-depth analysis of how to approach primary purpose questions on the LSAT, highlighting the nuances between primary purpose and main point questions.
  • Primary purpose questions are more abstract than main point questions, focusing on the author's overall agenda.
  • The correct answer to a primary purpose question must align with the main point of the passage.
  • Answer choices for primary purpose questions must be evaluated based on how well they match the author's intent as demonstrated in the passage.
  • The example provided illustrates the process of eliminating incorrect answers to identify the one that accurately reflects the author's stance against strict constructions.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding Primary Purpose Questions
01:02
Analyzing Answer Choices