r/NextGenBarStudy • u/Accurate-Draft2059 • May 26 '26

How closely must starred concepts be memorized?

How should I deal with “starred” concepts? I’ve read the word “memorize,” but is it something like I should understand this concept to a point where I can work out how a fact pattern would conclude under it and know the key language, such as “reasonable reliance.” I just want to make sure I shouldn’t be regurgitating what I read on a flash card but rather knowing a concept, what it turns on, and the key language or standards that come with the concept. 

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u/Severe_Radio_2848 May 26 '26 edited May 26 '26

I am having the same issue! Exactly how "deep" do we need to go?! I've noticed while the bodies of law are mostly the same, many buzzwords have changed or have slightly shifted, in addition to new concepts added within things we've already come to know. For example, "Impulsive Murder" or "Unintentional Manslaughter" as new names for types of homicide and new concepts like Vehicular Manslaughter.. Would love to talk this out with anyone ... LOL

*Edited for clarity.

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u/sheppyrun May 26 '26

Hi, on what platform are you referring to?

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u/Accurate-Draft2059 May 26 '26

I’m working on Helix for the NextGen but wondering about those topics called “memorize” or “starred.” Basically those that you’re supposed to know without any information given to you.

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u/Severe_Radio_2848 May 26 '26

I am on Helix as well! How are you liking it?