AWA preparation ...

II · Posted: Mon Mar 10, 2008 3:16 am Post subject: AWA preparation ...

Any thoughts on how best to prepare for the AWA section of the GMAT test ? Thanks in advance.

aim-wsc · Posted: Mon Mar 10, 2008 8:42 pm Post subject: Re: AWA preparation ...

II · Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2008 12:37 am Post subject:

Thanks aim. I also was able to download a collection of topics from the GMAC site mba.com. I suppose it is probably best to practice answering some of those.
Generally what should be a good word limit to aim for ?
Apologies in advance if I am asking questions which have already been asked on this forum !
Thanks.

parore26 · Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 6:52 am Post subject:

As far as the number of lines go it depends on your ability to write well reasoned arguments quickly. I'd expect an essay that'd be at least rated 4.0 would be of this length.

Introduction; always state your position (3-5 lines)
I strongly believe in X [because of Y]. In the following paragraphs I intend to provide well reasoned arguments for the position I've taken.

Three well reasoned arguments (4-5 lines)

Optional conceding to the opponent view (3-5 lines)
While I believe in X I understand that those who believe in Y have some good reasons to do so. For example, ... ,.

Conclusion (2-3 lines) keep it brief.

In my opinion at a minimum an essay should be 20 lines. But a good essay should be targeting 25+ lines. Please remember Quality always trumps quantity when you write an essay. A well reasoned 20 line essay could easily get you a 6.0 while a poorly written 30 line essay could only get you a 4.0 for all your efforts.

II · Posted: Sun Mar 23, 2008 11:21 am Post subject:

Makes sense ... thanks.

humeixia · Posted: Thu Apr 10, 2008 2:28 pm Post subject:

Practice at least five sample essays and you will get how to perform well.