Re: GAMSAT Essay Topics
GAMSAT essay topics are usually abstractions taking the form of a famous quote, controversial statement or witty idea. As you most likely know:
Task A of the GAMSAT essay topics is most likely contentious, argumentative and critical which asks you to write for or against the proposition.
Task B of the GAMSAT essay topics is most likely more abstract, reflective, expressive, even poetic in its proposed contemplation and response. Since Task A is most likely political, it is best to be well-read in current global events. Since Task B is most likely reflective it is best to be well-read in aesthetics and literature.
Since you are given a number of quotations for either task, one can respond either directly to one quote, to the general implied idea behind the quotes, or use the quote as a theme to respond to. In a Task A marking, the highest standards are most likely evidence and support to back up claims made in the essay. In Task B markings, the highest standards usually revolve around an experiential evaluation based in style. This dichotomy is somewhat arbitrary when both standards work in conjunction for both essays.
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Examples of GAMSAT essay topics could be almost anything; so a wonderful source for practice and study is a book of quotations or a list of quotes found online. In addition, higher-grade periodicals, such as The New Yorker, Atlantic Monthly, Rolling Stone, et. al. can help immensely! These periodicals cover current events well, have a strong op-ed section, as well as showcase artistic pursuits.
Of course, the best practice in preparing for the GAMSAT essay topics is to actually write. Choose some common universal themes (Friendship, Love, Suffering, etc.) in a book of quotations and respond in writing. Read up on current controversial topics (politics, social injustices, etc.) and formulate a response. Share these with friends for feedback or post on your favourite online forums to generate responses.
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We will now quickly overview a range of common GAMSAT essay topics.
Common Topics GAMSAT Task A
- Freedom
- Crime
- Poverty
- Wealth
- Punishment
- Science
- Technology
Task B of the GAMSAT is targeted to be the reflective essay. The quotes that students receive usually have a personal theme to allow students to relate the themes with their own experiences in life.
Common Topics GAMSAT Task B
- Love
- Humour
- Suffering
- Youth
- Beauty
- Conformity
- Originality
- Ageing
Quick Tips For Writing Your GAMSAT Essay
1. It is highly recommended that students write about these GAMSAT Essay Topics. Students should find quotes that relate to these themes and write as many essays as possible. When students are in the actual exam they will already have so many examples in mind for each theme to back up their essays – This will greatly improve their timing in the essay!
2. Students should write practice essays for each of these themes and have them looked at by a professional or a friend who has gone exceptionally well in the GAMSAT
3. When practicing essay writing students should work under timed conditions and try to simulate the actual exam environment as much as possible. Find a quiet place and sit down at a desk. Students need to actually write the essays out on lined paper – just like they will need to do in the actual GAMSAT exam. This is also beneficial as it will train the writing muscles to cope with 1 hour of continuous writing in section 2.
Also, a great book that covers many GAMSAT essay topics is called ‘The Meaning Of Things’ by AC Grayling.
Finally, a word of advice, think of your writings not as practice, but as rehearsal. By rehearsing each day, you will develop the optimism in your responses to Ace the GAMSAT!
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