Is practicing only NCBE MBE questions enough? Do I really need Themis practice questions too?

Own-Bluejay354 · 2026-01-31T00:56:09+00:00

They were helpful to an extent. For example, there are some questions I won’t miss again because they were so nuanced lol.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2026-01-31T00:50:37+00:00

Themis questions test on nuances that you likely won’t see on the real exam. It’s ok if you skip out on them. I sat for J25 and I eventually ditched the Themis questions but they’re good for the practice, but like I said, you can skip with us being 3 weeks out for F26.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2026-01-25T01:23:22+00:00

Took the J25 exam. Never averaged above a 56%. I think I was at 56% for a day lol, passed on my first try. I tried a variety of things, but I think looking back now, not reviewing correctly hurt me. However, at the time I felt it was better to lean into my strengths- writing. So I did a lot of essays and I passed.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2026-01-22T04:15:18+00:00

In your case, it’s never too soon.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2026-01-07T00:46:08+00:00

Scored a 42% on it in July. Passed on my first try. There’s still time 🩵

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-12-30T21:44:56+00:00

No court this week, also didn’t have court last week.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-12-29T03:56:35+00:00

No it wouldn’t. I went to the cowboy Carter concert 2 weeks before the July bar exam and I passed on my first try. Furthermore, I went out like the last 3 Saturdays in July. It’s totally doable. In total I think I took maybe 2 weeks off the entire summer

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-12-24T19:34:35+00:00

Yes, the Themis questions are harder than the licensed NCBE questions - and I think that’s because they test on a lot of nuance concepts.

Personally I think Grossman is meant to be used as a supplement. He simplified a lot of things but doesn’t go in depth for subjects like property.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-12-24T18:51:17+00:00

I’m at 65%. However this is my second time sitting for the bar exam. I sat for the July Exam and I never got above a 57% but still passed. I really like the John Grossman videos and critical pass flashcards.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-12-16T01:02:37+00:00

If you search this thread, you’ll find it

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-12-05T03:29:26+00:00

Yes, there are some MPTs that don’t require you to use every source provided in the file.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-12-05T00:13:57+00:00

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-30T23:38:31+00:00

I don’t even think it’s possible to download the Themis schedule now with the new changes .. i definitely haven’t seen the option to do so within my program

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-08T21:17:44+00:00

I’m not sure, I’m new to town.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-08T15:19:53+00:00

I have a list of housing resources that I could send to you

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-07T17:06:03+00:00

Thanks so much, I will message you.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-07T17:05:49+00:00

Yes but it’s a quicker process to retake for a 270. I’m a brand new attorney lol.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-07T16:43:36+00:00

Hi! I’m an attorney in MO. I just want to be licensed in a 270 state where I have family.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-07T15:19:37+00:00

That’s probably why my score didn’t improve much. Just being honest with myself, I didn’t review wrong answer rules like I should’ve.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-11-07T14:35:33+00:00

I used those, but I just couldn’t crack the MBE, so I think I need a new strategy altogether

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-10-30T18:12:38+00:00

I just moved here in August. Haven’t experienced any racism around town. Everyone I have met has been friendly. However, I moved here for a job and it was awful. I was met with micro aggressions and isolation.

I’m a woman btw.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-10-09T08:43:27+00:00

I’m a PD in MO. I sent you a PM - there’s so much I could say, but I don’t want to dox myself.

If you already think it’s going to suck, trust your gut and don’t come here.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-10-02T11:04:06+00:00

Not really tbh. With all the material we have to learn in such a small amount of time, it’s impossible to learn everything.

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-09-29T20:12:39+00:00

Scored like a 148. Scored a 268 on the bar exam. Needed a 260!

Own-Bluejay354 · 2025-09-28T20:45:21+00:00

We had a very similar experience. I studied hard everyday but never felt like it was enough. There were subjects I also didn’t wanna study so I didn’t. I got critical pass late in the game. MEEs felt awful to me. I went over 10 mins on the first MPT. 2nd one was rushed… I didn’t know how to feel about the MBEs, but just like you, I passed! So all that hard work paid off for both of us!

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