Sample LSAT Prep Questions: Everything You Need to Know

If you have spent any time searching for LSAT prep resources, you have likely seen endless promises built around “sample LSAT questions.” Free questions. Daily questions. Question banks. Timed drills. Untimed drills. Full sections. Mini sections.

For many students, especially students who learn differently, this creates confusion rather than clarity.

At Ginsburg Advanced, one of the most common questions we hear is not “Where can I find LSAT questions?” It is “How am I supposed to use sample LSAT questions in a way that actually helps me improve?”

This post explains everything you need to know about sample LSAT prep questions, including what they are, where they come from, how to use them effectively, and why how you practice matters far more than how many questions you complete. This is especially important for students with ADHD, dyslexia, anxiety, processing speed differences, or other neurodiverse learning profiles.

What Are Sample LSAT Prep Questions?

Sample LSAT prep questions are real or realistic LSAT-style questions used to help students practice the skills tested on the exam. These questions typically fall into two categories:

1. Official LSAT questions released by LSAC from past exams

2. Unofficial or simulated questions written by prep companies to mimic LSAT style

At Ginsburg Advanced, official LSAT questions are the foundation of instruction whenever possible. The LSAT has a very specific logic, language style, and level of precision.

Practicing with real questions helps students learn how the test actually thinks, not just how a prep company thinks the test works.

That said, how questions are used matters far more than where they come from.

Why Sample LSAT Questions Matter So Much

The LSAT is not a test you can master by memorization. It tests reasoning patterns, reading skills, and decision making under pressure. Sample LSAT questions allow you to:

• Learn how arguments are constructed

• Recognize common logical flaws

• Practice breaking down dense reading passages

• Build familiarity with question wording

• Develop confidence through repetition

However, for many students who come to Ginsburg Advanced, sample questions have also been a source of frustration. They have done hundreds of questions with little improvement.

The problem is rarely effort. It is usually method.

The Biggest Mistake Students Make With Sample LSAT Questions

The most common mistake is treating sample questions as a volume exercise.

Many traditional prep programs encourage students to complete large numbers of questions quickly. For neurodiverse students, this approach often leads to:

• Cognitive overload

• Burnout

• Shallow understanding

• Anxiety spirals

• Inconsistent performance

At Ginsburg Advanced, sample LSAT questions are treated as learning tools, not productivity metrics. Ten well-reviewed questions are often more valuable than fifty rushed ones.

How Sample LSAT Questions Should Be Used in Effective LSAT Prep

Strong LSAT prep follows a clear progression. Sample questions should support each stage of that process.

Step 1: Learn the skill before drilling

Before working through sample questions, you should understand the underlying skill. For example:

• What makes an argument valid or flawed?

• How do conclusion and evidence function?

• How are Reading Comprehension passages structured?

• What is the role of each question type?

At Ginsburg Advanced, instructors explicitly teach these skills first. Sample LSAT questions then become a way to apply and reinforce what you have learned, not a substitute for instruction.

Step 2: Practice untimed and deliberately

For many students, especially those with accommodations, starting untimed is essential. Untimed practice allows you to:

• Focus on reasoning rather than speed

• Learn consistent steps for each question type

• Build accuracy and confidence

• Reduce anxiety

Sample LSAT questions used this way help separate skill development from performance pressure.

Step 3: Review more than you practice

This is where most prep programs fall short.

At Ginsburg Advanced, review is considered the most important part of LSAT prep.

Reviewing sample LSAT questions should include:

• Understanding why the correct answer is correct

• Identifying why wrong answers are tempting

• Noticing patterns in mistakes

• Reflecting on whether the process was clear or confusing

• Adjusting strategy based on what you learn

Without structured review, sample questions do very little to improve your score.

Step 4: Introduce timing gradually

Only after skills are solid should timing become a major focus. For students with extra time accommodations, pacing must be taught intentionally.

Effective use of sample LSAT questions includes:

• Semi-timed drills

• Section pacing strategies

• Practice under accommodated time conditions

• Stamina building

At Ginsburg Advanced, timing is layered in carefully so students learn to use their time strategically rather than rushing or overthinking.

Sample LSAT Questions by Section

Understanding how to use sample questions depends on the section.

Logical Reasoning sample questions

Logical Reasoning questions test your ability to analyze arguments.

Sample questions are most effective when they are used to practice:

• Identifying conclusions and evidence

• Recognizing assumptions

• Categorizing question types

• Applying step-by-step reasoning

Ginsburg Advanced teaches Logical Reasoning as a structured process, not an intuitive guessing game. Sample questions are used to reinforce consistency, not speed alone.

Reading Comprehension sample questions

Reading Comprehension is often the most challenging section for neurodiverse students.

Sample LSAT Reading Comprehension questions should be used to practice:

• Reading for structure, not detail overload

• Summarizing paragraphs clearly

• Tracking viewpoints and author attitude

• Managing working memory demands

• Reducing rereading

At Ginsburg Advanced, Reading Comprehension is taught as a learnable skill set. Sample questions are paired with explicit reading strategies so students know how to approach passages, not just answer questions afterward.

Analytical Reasoning style questions

While the LSAT has shifted away from traditional Logic Games, many of the reasoning skills still appear across the test.

Sample questions help students practice:

• Translating information into structured representations

• Following conditional relationships

• Staying organized under pressure

Clear systems matter far more than speed, especially for students with processing differences.

10 LSAT Sample Questions

Question 1: Logical Reasoning

The city council argues that installing more bike lanes will reduce traffic congestion. According to the council, when people feel safer biking, more commuters will choose bicycles instead of cars.

Which of the following, if true, most strengthens the council’s argument?

A. Most current bike commuters live within five miles of their workplace

B. Cities with extensive bike lanes often have lower car ownership rates

C. Bicycle commuters are more likely than car commuters to travel during off-peak hours

D. Traffic congestion is highest during the winter months

E. Many residents support environmentally friendly transportation policies

Correct answer: B

Question 2: Logical Reasoning

A nutritionist claims that eating breakfast improves concentration throughout the day. The nutritionist bases this claim on a study showing that people who eat breakfast score higher on attention tests than those who skip breakfast.

Which of the following is an assumption required by the nutritionist’s argument?

A. People who skip breakfast generally eat less healthy meals later in the day

B. Attention tests accurately measure concentration

C. People who eat breakfast are not more motivated than those who skip it

D. Breakfast foods contain nutrients essential for brain function

E. People who skip breakfast tend to consume more caffeine

Correct answer: C

Question 3: Logical Reasoning

A company reports that after switching to remote work, employee productivity increased by 15 percent. The company concludes that remote work causes higher productivity.

Which of the following, if true, most weakens the company’s conclusion?

A. Many employees prefer remote work to in-office work

B. The company hired several highly experienced employees during the same period

C. Remote employees report higher job satisfaction

D. Office operating costs decreased after the switch to remote work

E. Some employees struggle with distractions while working remotely

Correct answer: B

Question 4: Logical Reasoning

A professor argues that attendance policies should be eliminated because students who attend class regularly already perform well, while students who skip class tend to perform poorly regardless of policy.

The professor’s argument is most vulnerable to criticism on the grounds that it:

A. Assumes that attendance policies are difficult to enforce

B. Ignores the possibility that attendance policies influence student behavior

C. Confuses correlation with causation

D. Relies on anecdotal evidence rather than data

E. Fails to consider differences among academic subjects

Correct answer: B

Question 5: Logical Reasoning

A recent survey found that people who read fiction regularly report higher levels of empathy than people who do not read fiction. The survey concludes that reading fiction increases empathy.

Which of the following would be most useful to determine whether the conclusion is valid?

A. Whether people who read nonfiction also report high empathy

B. Whether people who are already empathetic are more likely to read fiction

C. How many hours per week people spend reading fiction

D. Whether empathy can be accurately measured through surveys

E. Whether fiction readers prefer certain genres

Correct answer: B

Question 6: Reading Comprehension

A passage argues that standardized testing fails to measure creativity but acknowledges that such tests provide a consistent metric for comparing large numbers of students.

Which of the following best describes the author’s attitude toward standardized testing?

A. Strongly critical and dismissive

B. Cautiously supportive

C. Neutral and detached

D. Critical but recognizing practical value

E. Enthusiastic but qualified

Correct answer: D

Question 7: Reading Comprehension

According to the passage, the primary limitation of standardized tests is that they:

A. Are too expensive to administer

B. Do not accurately predict academic success

C. Fail to capture certain important skills

D. Encourage competition among students

E. Are biased toward certain subject areas

Correct answer: C

Question 8: Logical Reasoning

A scientist notes that regions with higher rainfall tend to have more plant species. The scientist concludes that increasing rainfall causes greater biodiversity.

Which of the following, if true, most weakens the scientist’s conclusion?

A. Some regions with high rainfall have low biodiversity

B. Regions with high rainfall also tend to have more fertile soil

C. Biodiversity can be difficult to measure precisely

D. Many plant species require large amounts of water

E. Rainfall patterns vary significantly year to year

Correct answer: B

Question 9: Logical Reasoning

A school district finds that students who participate in music programs score higher on math tests than students who do not. The district concludes that music education improves math ability.

Which of the following is the most reasonable alternative explanation?

A. Music students practice more hours per week than other students

B. Students who choose music programs may already excel academically

C. Math tests do not accurately measure mathematical ability

D. Music programs require strong discipline

E. Music teachers encourage academic excellence

Correct answer: B

Question 10: Logical Reasoning

A researcher observes that people who sleep at least eight hours per night report fewer health problems than those who sleep less. The researcher concludes that sleeping more prevents illness.

Which of the following assumptions is required by the researcher’s argument?

A. People who sleep more exercise regularly

B. Health problems interfere with sleep quality

C. People who sleep less do so by choice

D. Sleep duration directly affects physical health

E. Illnesses are evenly distributed across age groups

Correct answer: D

Should You Use Free Sample LSAT Questions?

Free sample questions can be helpful, but they come with limitations.

Advantages:

• Low barrier to entry

• Useful for early exposure

• Helpful for basic familiarity

Limitations:

• Often lack explanation quality

• Rarely include structured review guidance

• May encourage random drilling

• Do not adapt to your learning profile

Students who work with Ginsburg Advanced often come in having used many free resources. The difference is learning how to use questions strategically instead of reactively.

How Sample LSAT Questions Fit Into an Accommodations Centered Prep Plan

For students with accommodations or those exploring accommodations, sample LSAT questions must be integrated into a broader plan.

That plan should account for:

• Extra time pacing

• Attention management

• Fatigue and stamina

• Anxiety regulation

• Executive functioning support

At Ginsburg Advanced, sample LSAT questions are selected and assigned intentionally. Students are not given overwhelming question sets. They are given targeted practice with clear goals and feedback.

This approach helps students demonstrate their true abilities rather than constantly feeling behind.

How Many Sample LSAT Questions Should You Do?

There is no magic number.

Students often assume success comes from completing thousands of questions. In reality, improvement comes from:

• Clear instruction

• Intentional practice

• Thoughtful review

• Consistent strategy

Some students improve dramatically with fewer questions once they learn how to analyze their work. This is especially true for neurodiverse learners who benefit from clarity and structure.

You may also be interested in LSAT Practice Tests.

What Makes Sample LSAT Questions Effective at Ginsburg Advanced

At Ginsburg Advanced, sample LSAT questions are used in a way that reflects how students actually learn.

That means:

• Questions are tied to specific skills

• Practice is scaffolded and intentional

• Review is structured and supported

• Timing is introduced thoughtfully

• Students are never judged by speed alone

Sample questions are not about proving intelligence. They are about building mastery.

Final Considerations on LSAT Sample Questions

Sample LSAT prep questions are one of the most powerful tools available to you. They can also be one of the most misused.

When used correctly, sample LSAT questions help you understand how the test works, strengthen reasoning skills, and build confidence. When used without structure, they can reinforce confusion and self doubt.

The difference lies in method, not motivation.

At Ginsburg Advanced, sample LSAT questions are part of a larger, student-centered system designed for learners who think differently. The goal is not just to practice the LSAT, but to access it in a way that reflects your real potential.

For a free consultation, contact us today.

Article by: Shana Ginsburg, Esq.

Shana Ginsburg is the founder of Ginsburg Advanced and a nationally recognized expert in LSAT accommodations and neurodiverse LSAT prep. She earned a BA in Education from Duke University and her law degree from the University of Maryland and is a practicing disability attorney. Her work focuses on helping students with learning disabilities access the LSAT in a way that reflects their true abilities through personalized, accommodations-aware instruction.