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GRE Verbal Reasoning Overview
The verbal reasoning section of the GRE contains 2 sections:
- Section 1: 12 Questions, 18 Minutes
- Section 2: 15 Questions, 23 Minutes
You will be asked to answer 3 types of questions:
- Reading Comprehension: ~14 Questions
- Text Completion: ~7 Questions
- Sentence Equivalence: ~6 Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many sections are on GRE verbal reasoning?
There are 2 total sections on this portion of the exam:
- Section 1: 12 Questions, 18 Minutes
- Section 2: 15 Questions, 23 Minutes
For more information on the GRE, read our GRE overview guide.
What kinds of questions are asked on verbal reasoning?
You will be asked to answer 3 different categories of questions:
- Reading Comprehension
- Text Completion
- Sentence Equivalence
What is the format of the questions on the verbal section?
There are a couple of different types of questions on GRE verbal reasoning. You may see multiple-choice, multiple-select, and select-in-passage questions.
Using GRE verbal questions is a great way to prepare for these types of questions.
What is GRE verbal scored out of?
The GRE verbal section is scored on a scale of 130-170.
