Verbal reasoning is understanding and reasoning using concepts framed in words. It aims at evaluating ability to think constructively, rather than at simple fluency or vocabulary recognition.
As promised in our previous post, we will be publishing a few common entrance tests for those who wish to p...
Read more ›Here is test number 3 for the common entrance exams, questions courtesy of Galore Park for the ISEB board.
Calculate: (courtesy of Galore Park)
(29 + 413)²
√ 11.45
³√ 1.65
7 ½ divided by 2 ¾, leaving your answer as a fraction.
Calculate: (courtesy of Galore Park)
(a) the area of a circle whic...
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Read more ›Obtaining a place at Grammar school is not easy, much depends on the number of places apportioned to each school. Local Authorities confirm their decisions in February before the beginning of the new September term, so there is time to appeal a decision.
Many pupils take the 11 + exams but sadly on...
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