UKiset
Verbal
Reasoning
Candidates are tested on vocabulary, especially unfamiliar vocabulary, where one needs to deduce the meanings of words. Following the CEM curriculum, the difficulty of the questions will be adapted to the student’s performance along the way.
Structure
Students start the UKiset test with Verbal Reasoning. Questions are in multiple-choice format, with the options being a single word most of the time. The aim of every question is to select the word or phrase with the closest meaning.
Some younger students may be given pictures in the question, in which one has to select the most appropriate descriptive word for the picture.
There is no going back in this section - once an answer is selected and submitted, the next question appears.
Resources
Building a glossary of affixes is an advantage for those sitting Verbal Reasoning tests. Despite Verbal Reasoning relying more on immersion over time instead of short-term training, the (non-affiliated) link below directs to a reference book, found helpful by most to tackle 11+ VR.
11+ Vocabulary from Classical Roots with Prefixes/Suffixes
There are also loads of vocabulary lists available online. However, use them with care as memorising the definitions for every word on these lists will most likely result in stress and fatigue instead of success.
Advice
Be familiar with the exam format and interface
Recognise prefixes, suffixes and common compound words in daily exposure
Make educated guesses and move on to the next question - time is unlikely to help with a question in this section
For further advice, tailored towards individual students, contact me for a specialised UKiset Verbal Reasoning tutor below.
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