The LSAT tests several core question types: main idea/point questions (what's the passage about?), specific detail questions (where in the text is information X?), inference questions (what can you conclude?), and function questions (why did the author include this?). Understanding the differences matters because each requires a different approach—detail questions reward close reading, while inference questions require reading between the lines. Many test-takers miss questions because they answer without first identifying what the question is actually asking. Targeted tutoring helps you recognize these patterns quickly and develop a reliable strategy for each type.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how much you practice, but most test-takers see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of focused preparation. If you're scoring in the mid-range (around 70th percentile), consistent practice with targeted feedback can often move you up 3-5 percentage points. Higher improvements require identifying specific weaknesses—like struggling with comparative passages or particular question types—and building skills around those gaps. A tutor can diagnose exactly where your comprehension breaks down and create a study plan designed to address those challenges, rather than you practicing blindly.

Full practice tests are essential because they train you to sustain focus and manage stamina across all three LSAT sections—something drilling passages alone doesn't build. Taking 3-5 full timed tests before test day helps you identify patterns in your mistakes, refine your pacing, and reduce test anxiety by making the experience familiar. However, the real learning happens in the review: analyzing why you missed questions, whether you misread something or misunderstood the logic, and whether your strategy needs adjustment. Tutors for students in Queens can guide you through targeted practice test reviews so you're learning from each attempt rather than just accumulating practice hours.

Comparative passages require you to read two shorter passages and understand not just what each says, but how they relate—do they agree, disagree, or approach the topic differently? This adds a layer of complexity that trips up many test-takers. The key is mapping the structure and argument of each passage separately before comparing them. Questions often ask about differences in tone, emphasis, or evidence rather than main ideas. A tutor can teach you a systematic approach to comparative passages, like creating a simple chart of each author's position before moving to questions, which removes confusion and builds confidence on what's typically your hardest passage type.

The question wording matters. Inference questions typically use language like "suggests," "implies," "the author would likely," or "can be inferred." Detail questions ask "according to the passage," "the passage states," or "which of the following is mentioned." This distinction is critical because detail questions reward close textual reading, while inference questions require you to read between the lines and use logic. Misreading what the question asks leads to selecting plausible-sounding answers that miss the point. Working with a tutor helps you develop automatic recognition of question types so you're answering what's actually being asked, not what you think is being asked.

Test anxiety in Reading Comprehension often stems from feeling rushed, worrying you'll misunderstand a passage, or doubting your answers. Building confidence happens through preparation and repeated success under realistic conditions. Practicing timed passages, taking full-length tests, and seeing improvement over time all reduce anxiety naturally. Many test-takers also benefit from strategy work that removes decision fatigue—knowing exactly how to approach each passage and question type means less cognitive load on test day. A tutor can create a study plan with built-in wins: starting with easier question types, gradually increasing difficulty, and celebrating progress. This systematic approach transforms anxiety into calm, methodical execution.