GRE will require you to write 2 essays. An Argument essay and an Issue Essay. You will need to show that you are able to analyze, evaluate, and understand arguments in your GRE Argument essay. These are 10 GRE Argument essay tips that you need to know.

Fact 1: Whoever is right, it doesn't matter

ETS, which is the GRE test maker, doesn't care if you agree with the author. They want to assess your ability to critically evaluate the reasoning and use evidence of the author. Do not spend your time making moral claims. Instead you should devote your precious time to evaluating evidence supporting the author's claim. This includes the statements made outright, implied, assumed and logical conclusions. So, what can you do to evaluate the reasoning of the author?

Fact 2: GRE Argument Essays take only 30 seconds

This section, which is a time-sensitive section of the GRE, asks you to complete a lot within a short window. Don't try to do things that are not necessary!

Fact 3: Graders won't read your essay

Your essay will only take two minutes to grade. This means that your essay structure must be apparent immediately. Your score will be decreased if they spend more time or are unable to fully unpack your claims.

Fact 4: Quality matters, but so does quantity

The essays that earn the best grades are those with the longest length. Be as detailed as possible and avoid repetition. The argument essay should contain at least four paragraphs indented and be between 350-600 words. Ideally, it should range from 500-600 words. You are the best judge of quality, but to do that you must provide solid reasoning and great examples.

Fact 5: You will find everything you need in the prompt

You should read the prompt at least twice. It is important to fully understand the prompt. Pay attention to the evidence and claims of the author. To identify fallacies, it is important to first determine the assumption made by the author and then to try to prove that assumption wrong. These are the things you should be looking for:

• No evidence to support the assumption: This is what you'll need to mention in your essay, and also note any information that could strengthen the argument.
• Non-specific: Does an author make generalizations but not provide specifics? It is important to note this!
• Jumping into conclusions: Most Argument Prompts will jump at least once to their conclusion. As you go through the prompts, pay attention to the author's reasoning. You should not assume that the author is jumping to conclusions if you don't see a clear line.
• Data value: The author may provide numbers but that doesn't make them objective or truthful. You should discuss in your essay whether the data or methods of data collection are reliable.

Fact 6: Structure is your best friend

Once you have read the prompt, think about the logic errors you wish to correct. Next, pick your top three to four and create a brief outline. It is not a good idea to abandon your essay writing in order to generate new ideas. You will want to use a structured organizational structure. Here is a helpful template:

• Intro: This is where you give a brief overview of all the problems you want to address.
• Mistakes: Each section should have its indented paragraph. This will be a topic you want to talk about in depth.
• Suggestions to improve the prompt argument. If you have the time, you might want to add a paragraph explaining how the author can make a stronger case.
• Conclusion: This should be as brief as the introduction. It should summarise your body paragraphs (the suggestions and fallacies) and tie up any loose ends. This is a crucial part. Even if only one sentence is available, you should write it. A poorly written essay will almost always get a lower grade than one with a concluding sentence.

Fact 7: Clear writing makes all the difference

Remember that this essay is not for creative writing. Your statements should be as simple as possible. Use a variety of sentence structures and relevant vocabulary. Use precise words rather than ornate terms. After all, your argument's strength is dependent on how you use the language.

Fact 8: Both essays will receive one score

Your essay task performance will be assessed using a score scale of 0-6, in increments of 1/2 point. You don't have many chances to make up for any mistakes so be prepared for your Argument essay.

Fact 9: A perfect score doesn't require you to be perfect

An essay that scores 6 points on the score rubric is one that includes an in-depth review, compelling examples, well-chosen language and sentence variety. You don't need to make it perfect. ETS states that essays scoring 6 have minor errors, but not enough to affect the meaning. Pursue the highest standards, but don't let your pursuit of perfection get in the way of a quality–possibly even perfect-scoring–essay.

Fact 10: Is that you can plan ahead

It is important to practice, especially when writing essays. Try at least three essays. (More than three is better. A free practice GRE is also available. Writing under time pressure is something you will need to become comfortable with. A template should be created for your essays so that you can refer to it on the actual GRE. Practice essays will help you organize your thoughts and make it clearer.