Top 100+ Techniques for Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) - CAT Exam

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I. Reading Comprehension (RC) Techniques

1. Skim First, Read Later: Quickly skim the passage to get a general idea before diving into details.

2. Identify the Main Idea: Focus on the overall theme of the passage.

3. Look for Transition Words: Words like However, Thus, Therefore signal shifts in arguments.

4. Understand the Author’s Tone: Identify whether it is analytical, critical, optimistic, etc.

5. Focus on Opening & Closing Sentences: These often contain key information.

6. Analyze Passage Structure: Determine whether the passage follows an argumentation, cause-and-effect, or comparison structure.

7. Underline Keywords: Underline or note important facts and figures while reading.

8. Read Paragraph by Paragraph: Break the passage into manageable sections.

9. Map the Passage: Create a mental map of the passage to remember key points.

10. Identify Factual vs. Inferential Information: Recognize what’s stated explicitly vs. implied.

11. Avoid Assumptions: Base your answers only on the passage content.

12. Note Repeated Concepts: Authors often emphasize critical ideas through repetition.

13. Break Down Complex Sentences: Simplify long sentences for better comprehension.

14. Understand Examples in Context: Identify why an example is used—illustration or support.

15. Analyze Cause-and-Effect Statements: Note cause-and-effect relationships between ideas.

16. Avoid Extremes: Be wary of extreme answer choices like always, never, only.

17. Identify Contrast Words: Words like but, yet, however often highlight opposing arguments.

18. Be Aware of Ambiguous Statements: Handle ambiguous ideas cautiously.

19. Prioritize Easier RCs: Attempt easier RCs first to save time.

20. Don’t Over-Read: Focus on the specific lines mentioned in the question.

 

II. Verbal Ability (VA) Techniques

1. Para-Jumbles

21. Identify the Opening Sentence: It often introduces the topic.

22. Use Keywords for Order: Words like Moreover, Similarly, Consequently guide sequence.

23. Look for Pair Sentences: Identify sentences that logically pair together.

24. Avoid Options with Ambiguous Openings: Avoid confusing sentence starters.

25. Identify Chronological Flow: Use time-based cues like initially, subsequently.

26. Identify Concluding Statements: The closing sentence often summarizes or concludes.

27. Logical Sequence: Arrange sentences to maintain logical coherence.

28. Identify Subject-Object Connections: Maintain subject continuity across sentences.

29. Look for Definitions: Sentences explaining terms usually come first.

30. Avoid Out-of-Context Sentences: Detect sentences that disrupt flow.

 

2. Para-Summary

36. Identify the Main Point: Find the sentence that captures the core idea.

37. Avoid New Information: Eliminate summaries that introduce unrelated information.

38. Look for Central Themes: Focus on the passage’s overall argument or message.

39. Avoid Over-Generalizations: Don’t select options that oversimplify.

40. Eliminate Partial Summaries: Avoid summaries covering only part of the passage.

 

3. Odd Sentence Out

49. Identify Theme Continuity: Look for thematic coherence across sentences.

50. Look for Out-of-Place Sentences: Detect the one that breaks logical flow.

51. Avoid Tangential Information: Choose sentences that seem unrelated to the main theme.

 

III. Vocabulary Techniques

59. Use Flashcards Daily: Consistent revision aids retention.

60. Learn Words in Context: Contextual learning enhances recall.

61. Use Mnemonics: Create memory aids for difficult words.

62. Read Synonyms & Antonyms: This builds word associations.

 

IV. General Techniques for VARC

69. Develop Regular Reading Habits: Read for at least 30 minutes daily.

70. Focus on Diverse Topics: Explore different genres like philosophy, economics, history.

71. Understand Common RC Themes: Familiarize yourself with common topics like sociology, psychology.

72. Maintain Consistent Practice: Regular mocks improve accuracy and timing.

73. Attempt Mock Tests Weekly: Analyze performance and identify weak areas.

74. Review Mistakes: Learn from mistakes and adjust strategies.

 

Continued Techniques...

75. Manage Time Efficiently

76. Skip Tough RCs Initially

77. Focus on Easy Questions First

78. Avoid Getting Stuck

79. Revise Regularly

80. Stay Calm During the Exam

81. Avoid Bias in Answers

82. Use Elimination in MCQs

83. Build a Strategy

84. Focus on Accuracy Over Speed

85. Improve Logical Thinking

86. Analyze Past Papers

87. Avoid Guesswork

88. Revisit Tough Questions at the End

89. Focus on Language Flow

90. Use Keywords as Anchors

91. Identify Themes in RCs Quickly

92. Take Notes During Reading

93. Track Your Progress

94. Use Highlighting Tools

95. Stay Consistent with Practice

96. Avoid Over-Reading in Passages

97. Choose Familiar Topics First

98. Keep a Positive Mindset

99. Revise Word Meanings Frequently

100. Adapt to Passage Lengths

101. Stay Updated with Recent Topics

102. Practice Daily RCs

 

Incorporate these techniques to enhance your VARC preparation and achieve better results in the CAT exam.

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