What Multiple Choice — Multiple Answers questions test
They test synthesis across a paragraph or section and your ability to distinguish several supported points from related distractors.
Step-by-step strategy
- 1Underline exactly how many answers are required.
- 2Locate the relevant passage section and read its full scope.
- 3Test each option independently: supported, contradicted or absent.
- 4Select only fully supported options and perform a final count before moving on.
Common traps to avoid
- Choosing too many or too few answers.
- Selecting two options that express the same single point.
- Accepting partly true options.
- Letting one strong answer bias your judgement of the remaining options.
Timing advice
Allow two to three minutes for a set because all options need checking. Eliminate contradicted choices decisively instead of repeatedly rereading them.