The questions that follow the GRE reading comprehension passage will be based on the given passage in a number of different ways. The question asked may be related to the central theme of the passage or it may be related to the content of the passage as a whole. The question that is asked might be tricky in the sense that it could be related to an underlying meaning that is being suggested by the contents of the passage. You may also be presented with questions that are related to the logic and line of reasoning being followed by the writer of the GRE reading comprehension passage.
The content of the GRE reading comprehension passages may be based on any area of study. However, the questions that follow the passage are based on the information given in the passage and it is not necessary that you should possess any additional knowledge of the concerned subject. The GRE reading comprehension questions are followed by answer choices and you have to choose the most appropriate answer option. Study all the answer options carefully before making your choice.
You should not be overawed by the information given above. GRE reading comprehension questions are not all that difficult. You will be able to answer them correctly within the laid down time frame if you are familiar with the strategies for attempting such questions. This familiarity can come only with sustained practice over a period of time. Include a number of practice GRE reading comprehension questions in your GRE prep schedule and you will be comfortable while taking the test on the final day.
