For this prompt, test-takers are provided a brief passage describing a topic of general interest. Test-takers must either agree or disagree with the topic and write a persuasive essay using evidence to justify their reasoning.

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GRE Analytical Writing Tasks

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GRE 'Analyze an Issue' Task

For this task, test-takers are provided a brief passage where the author is trying to make a case for some course of action or interpretation of events. The test-taker must then evaluate the argument and formulate an essay that addresses the logical soundness of the argument, using evidence to back up their points.

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