GRE Test: A Gateway to Study Abroad

'STUDY ABROAD' is one term which, once in a lifetime, crosses the mind of every student. The reasons to resume your education from another country can be plenty and there are innumerable exams which enables you to study abroad. TOEFL, IELTS, LSAT, GRE etc. are some of the exams which can fulfill your dream of attaining education from abroad. And if you are planning to study management, specifically in United States of America, then GRE is a golden opportunity for you. GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is taken by thousands of students, every year to pursue post-graduation and specialized degree in the field of management.

Let's get familiar about the Test, GRE. Basically, GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is an internationally standardized test which is required for admission to most of the graduate schools in United States of America. GRE score is also accepted by some of the most popular Graduate and Business schools in various countries of the world.

Why to take up GRE Test?

Below we will give you some reasons that why you should take GRE test, it may probably clear out your confusions on why GRE is an important and one of the most popular examinations:

1. GATEWAY TO ABROAD STUDIES

First and foremost, let’s start with the very obvious statement that many graduate schools across the globe accept GRE scores. For attaining an admission in top most colleges, students requires GRE test, this gives you an edge over other management college options and courses.Indian candidates usually aspires to study abroad and GRE is a great opportunity which one cannot miss as the score of this exam is accepted by various international universities and fellowship sponsors. Although, the importance of GRE score can serve as a ground from admission formality to a significant selection factor.

2. BETTER SCORE, BETTER CHANCES

Better score in any exam can help you to reach heights. A good score of an entrance exam, like GRE, could open a gateway to a pool of opportunities. GRE scores are valid for five years and scoring well in GRE exam can certainly increase your probable chances for acceptance in the graduate school of your liking. Also, because of the validity of GRE score card for five year, student will get an extra time to think, explore and decide on his/her choice of management school or to which course to pursue.

3. CHOOSE BEST SCORES FOR YOU

Usually, for other entrance exams you don’t get a chance to select best scores for you. But, this is not the case for GRE test.  The general test of GRE is the only graduate-level admissions test that enables a candidate to choose best scores and submit it accordingly. Candidate aspiring to give GRE has a provision to give the test more than once. And if you take GRE test more than once, candidate get to choose scores that you want to send to your favorite management school.

4. USER FRIENDLY FEATURES

While giving GRE general test, a candidate has various options that allow a personalized way of giving GRE test. Aspirant can exercise following options:

  1. Preview and review questions:

This is important in a sense that candidate has an option to review the questions, which many tests don't allow you to do.

  1. Skip Questions:

The candidate can also skip the question, if he/she is not willing to answer and can go back to the previous question. This is the major advantage of taking the GRE General Test over other admission tests as it allows the candidate to skip questions in a particular section, go back and change answers. They also have the option to choose questions they would like to attempt first.

  1.  Answer swapping:

This feature is the coolest one as candidate can change the answers, even if he has attempted it before. Due to this feature many test takers has changed answers from wrong to right, that further boosted their GRE scores.

  1.  On-screen Calculator:

For increasing your quantitative ability score, this is a blessing in disguise as you can use on-screen calculator for easy access.

5. HELPS YOU IN GRADUATION​

GRE Exam basically tests your logical and critical thinking skills. By preparing for each section, which includes- quantitative, verbal and analytical sections you get pro for your graduation studies. GRE will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your key skills that are necessary in your graduate course.

GRE Questions

  • 1.
    The following appeared in a health newsletter.
    "Nosinia is an herb that many users report to be as effective as prescription medications at fighting allergy symptoms. Researchers recently compared Nosinia to a placebo in 95 men and women with seasonal allergies to ragweed pollen. Participants in the study reported that neither Nosinia nor the placebo offered significant relief. However, for the most severe allergy symptoms, the researchers reported that Nosinia was more effective than the placebo in providing relief. Furthermore, at the end of the study, participants given Nosinia were more likely than participants given a placebo to report feeling healthier. We, therefore, recommend using Nosinia to help with your severe allergy symptoms."

      • How reliable is the study's sample size?
      • How does the severity of symptoms affect the results?
      • Was the placebo truly effective in reducing allergy symptoms?
      • Is there any independent evidence for Nosinia’s effectiveness?

    • 2.
      “Claim: A person in authority should always encourage those under him or her to share their thoughts and ideas. Reason: A leader’s main goal should be to promote innovation and change.”

        • Agree, as open dialogue fosters creativity and innovation.
        • Disagree, as not all ideas are practical or beneficial to share.
        • Agree, but only when it is necessary for progress.
        • Disagree, as promoting change without evaluating all ideas can be harmful.

      • 3.
        Jean Valjean, the protagonist in Victor Hugo’s novel Les Misérables, spends the bulk of his lengthy _______ plotting a very clever set of revenge schemes, which he executes upon his escape.

          • ruination
          • peregrination
          • immolation
          • rumination

        • 4.
          “Color photography has eliminated the need for realism in artistic painting, in the opinion of a number of art scholars and artists. At the same time, many members of the art community still feel that realistic artwork is still valuable and worthwhile.”

            • Agree, because color photography has eliminated the need for realistic art.
            • Disagree, as realism in art serves as an important expression of human creativity.
            • Agree, but only in some cases, color photography does not affect all artistic forms.
            • Disagree, as traditional forms of art hold inherent value independent of color photography.

          • 5.
            The following appeared as a letter to the editor from the owner of a skate shop in Central Plaza.
            "Two years ago the city council voted to prohibit skateboarding in Central Plaza. They claimed that skateboard users were responsible for litter and vandalism that were keeping other visitors from coming to the plaza. In the past two years, however, there has been only a small increase in the number of visitors to Central Plaza, and litter and vandalism are still problematic. Skateboarding is permitted in Monroe Park, however, and there is no problem with litter or vandalism there. In order to restore Central Plaza to its former glory, then, we recommend that the city lift its prohibition on skateboarding in the plaza."

              • What is the current level of litter and vandalism in Central Plaza?
              • How much foot traffic has increased in Monroe Park compared to Central Plaza?
              • Has the local economy in the plaza improved since the ban on skateboarding?
              • How successful has the Monroe Park skateboarding program been in other cities?

            • 6.
              Claim: Though often considered an objective pursuit, learning about the historical past requires creativity.
              Reason: Because we can never know the past directly, we must reconstruct it by imaginatively interpreting historical accounts, documents, and artifacts.
              Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the claim and the reason on which the claim is based.

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