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Trap Answer Choices

Chris Lele
Lesson by Chris Lele
Magoosh Expert
Summary
Understanding and identifying trap answer choices is crucial for success in the ACT reading section, as it helps test-takers avoid common pitfalls and select the correct answer more efficiently.
  • Trap answer choices are designed to mislead by appearing almost correct, necessitating careful reading and analysis.
  • There are several types of trap answers, including opposite/reversed terms, too extreme, not mentioned in passage, and the 'rotten spot' where a small part of the answer invalidates it.
  • Identifying the type of trap can aid in quickly eliminating wrong answers and focusing on the correct choice.
  • Practical exercises demonstrate how to apply these strategies to actual ACT reading passages, emphasizing the importance of verifying answers with passage text.
  • The goal is not to identify the right answer immediately but to methodically eliminate wrong ones based on their trap category.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Trap Answer Choices
00:56
Types of Trap Answers
03:57
Applying Knowledge to Practice
04:43
Strategies for Eliminating Wrong Answers
08:25
Recap and Strategy Emphasis