Law Development Centre (LDC) Bar Course Exams

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is a standardized test that is commonly required for admission to graduate programs in various fields in South Korea, just as it is in many other countries. While I don't have specific details about the exam in South Korea, I can provide you with a general overview of the GRE syllabus and pattern.

Syllabus:
⚫ Verbal Reasoning: This section assesses your ability to analyze and evaluate written material and synthesize information obtained from it. It consists of reading comprehension, text completion, and sentence equivalence questions. Vocabulary plays a significant role in this section.
⚫ Quantitative Reasoning: This section measures your problem-solving ability using basic concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. It includes quantitative comparison questions, multiple-choice questions, and numeric entry questions.
⚫ Analytical Writing: This section evaluates your critical thinking and analytical writing skills. You are required to write two essays: one analyzing an issue and the other analyzing an argument. The essays are scored based on your ability to articulate complex ideas effectively and support your arguments with relevant examples and evidence.

Pattern:
⚫ The GRE is a computer-based test (CBT) and is administered year-round at test centers around the world, including South Korea.
⚫ The total testing time is approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes, including breaks and administrative procedures.

The test is divided into six sections:
⚫ Analytical Writing (2 essays, 30 minutes each)
⚫ Verbal Reasoning (2 sections, 20 questions each, 30 minutes per section)
⚫ Quantitative Reasoning (2 sections, 20 questions each, 35 minutes per section)
⚫ One of the Verbal Reasoning or Quantitative Reasoning sections is an experimental or research section that does not count towards your score but looks similar to the other sections. You won't know which section is experimental, so it's essential to do your best on all sections.
⚫ The GRE uses a computer-adaptive format for the Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning sections, meaning the difficulty of the questions adjusts based on your performance on previous questions within the same section.

It's essential to check the official GRE website or contact the Educational Testing Service (ETS), the organization that administers the GRE, for the most up-to-date information.