Claim
Say what the option claims
Translate the option into a simple claim before checking the text.
Reading lesson
Prove the answer from the text
Reading becomes diagnostic when the learner has to point to the clue, not just choose a familiar option.
Pressure moment
You understand every word separately, but the condition or implication makes the answer different from what you expected.
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source prompts
4
formats
10-18 min
best test
Mental model
The answer must have evidence. If no phrase proves it, it is probably a trap.
Repair sequence
Reduce inference, paraphrase, and condition mistakes.
Clue
Find the exact proof phrase
Underline the word that supports or limits the claim.
Limit
Reject answers that go too far
Many wrong options are half-true but stronger than the text allows.
Before and after
The difference users should feel
Weak
Registration closes Friday, so waiting is safe.
Strong
Register before Friday because the class may fill earlier.
Why: Unless adds an earlier possible limit.
Weak
The study proves the claim.
Strong
The study suggests a possible link.
Why: Suggests is weaker than proves.
Micro-drills
Short practice that proves the lesson worked
Clue underline
4 minFor one missed question, write the exact phrase that proves the answer.
Proof: The proof phrase makes the wrong options visibly too strong.
Paraphrase ladder
5 minRewrite the correct option in simpler words.
Proof: You can match meaning, not just vocabulary.
Condition check
4 minCircle unless, until, only if, before, after, and however.
Proof: Deadlines and exceptions become harder to miss.
Prompt bank
Live diagnostics behind this lesson
choiceA2
Notice: The east entrance will be closed from 8:00 to 11:00 on Friday while the security desk is moved. Visitors should use the west entrance and allow five extra minutes for check-in. Why was this notice written?
choiceA2
Notice: The east entrance will be closed from 8:00 to 11:00 on Friday while the security desk is moved. Visitors should use the west entrance and allow five extra minutes for check-in. When will the east entrance reopen?
choiceB1
Email: I looked over the draft. The structure is much clearer now, but I would not send it to the client until we simplify the pricing section. What should happen next?
choiceB1
Email: I looked over the draft. The structure is much clearer now, but I would not send it to the client until we simplify the pricing section. What is the writer's tone?