Show session ID Load QuizSave Quiz Welcome to 11+ Inference Comprehension (Medium/Hard Level) Instructions: 1. The time allowed is 75 minutes for 60 questions. 2. This is a multiple-choice test and each question carries 1 Mark. 3. No Marks are lost for an incorrect answer. NOTE: This assessment has questions covering various topics If you want to take Easy/Medium Level Assessment, Please ask the Exam Administrator Student Name Email 1. “The librarian, known for her affable nature, was always ready to assist patrons with a friendly demeanor, creating a welcoming environment in the library.” What does ‘affable’ mean? Smart Intense Easily-stressed Friendly Aloof None 2. "The teacher had to reprimand the student for consistently disrupting the class with inappropriate comments, emphasizing the importance of respectful behavior and attentiveness during lessons.”What does ‘reprimand’ mean? Stop Tell off Interrupt Congratulate Appreciate None 3. “Sven was always described as a gregarious young boy – he was friends with every child in his class and always liked to be surrounded by people.” What does ‘gregarious’ mean? Disruptive Cheeky Outrageous Sociable Intelligent None 4. “Virat’s perception of the disagreement on the cricket field was that the argument was unnecessary – but no one asked his opinion.” What does ‘perception’ mean? Ability Being aggressive Lecture Understanding Creating confusion None 5. “She played the piano with nimble fingers, effortlessly gliding across the keys to produce a melody that captivated everyone in the room.” What does ‘nimble’ mean? Thick Artistic Thin Agile Musical None 6. “The new teacher was very unpopular, as his attitude was quite pompous – he thought the school was so lucky to have him.”What does ‘pompous’ mean? Needy Clever Posh Self-important Humble None 7. “In his hasty attempt to complete the project ahead of schedule, he overlooked crucial details” What does ‘hasty’ mean? Hurried Naughty Focused Doomed Clean None 8. “After their tussle, Lilly’s guilty conscience forced her to apologise to Pablo for hitting him.” What does ‘conscience’ mean? Deeds Brain Moral sense Intelligence Thoughts None 9. “The lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle can have detrimental effects on both physical and mental health.” What does ‘detrimental’ mean? Helpful Damaging Strengthening Inspiring Positive None 10. “Despite his adventurous spirit, he seldom ventured beyond the familiar confines of his small hometown.” What does ‘seldom’ mean? Always Rarely Hate Many Excitedly None 11. “The sturdy oak table in the center of the room served as a reliable and durable piece of furniture, showcasing both its aesthetic appeal and functional strength.”What does ‘sturdy’ mean? Heavy Beautiful Solid Rotten Simple None 12. "Despite his feeble protests, she skillfully dismantled his arguments with logic and evidence, leaving him speechless in the face of her intellectual prowess." What does ‘feeble’ mean? Weak Fearful Intelligent Feisty Illogical None 13. “During the press conference, the politician rambled on for hours, touching on various topics without providing a clear and concise answer to ....”What does ‘ramble’ mean? Talk in a waffling manner Shout angrily Speak in a fluent way Stumbling over words Speak in a clear tone None 14. “Despite his initial resolve, the exhausted hiker began to succumb to fatigue as he climbed the steep mountain trail, eventually needing to take a break to regain his strength.”What does ‘succumb’ mean? Fight Welcome Give in Resist Overcome None 15. “As the quizmaster, I conferred with my fellow organizers to ensure the questions were fair and challenging, aiming to create an engaging quiz experience for participants with a diverse range of topics.”What does ‘conferred’ mean? Discussed Argued Competed Finished Rambled None 16. “After arguing with his dad, a feeling of upset lingered in Christian’s head until they resolved the issue and spoke again.”What does ‘linger’ mean? Escaped Remain Discomfort Provoked Had an idea None 17. “With pouring rain, and dark clouds making the morning sky look like night, Harry was quite upset about the dismal weather – he would no longer be going to the park with his friends.” What does ‘dismal’ mean? Cheery Dry Gloomy Upset Rainy None 18. “Getting stranded at the airport due to a canceled flight turned out to be quite an ordeal, involving hours of waiting, rebooking, and navigating through the complexities of travel disruptions.” What does ‘ordeal’ mean? Challenging Quite long Feeling excited Happy thoughts Feeling pleasant None 19. “As the argument escalated, their belligerent exchange of words turned into a heated confrontation, with neither side willing to back down.” What does ‘belligerent’ mean? Hostile Silly Strange Unwantd Loud None 20. “In the underfunded school, students made do with meagre resources, using outdated textbooks and worn-out equipment in their pursuit of knowledge.” What does ‘meagre’ mean? Inferior Quality Strong Inadequate Valuable None 21. “The entire forest, after years of deforestation and abuse, was slowly withering away. Soon, there would be nothing left.” What does ‘wither’ mean? Flourish Survive Dwindle Bloom Devastate None 22. “The vastness of the universe and the mysteries it holds are truly unfathomable, leaving scientists and astronomers in awe of the boundless complexities yet to be fully understood.” What does ‘unfathomable’ mean? Understanding Incomprehensible Different Interchangeable Unparalleled None 23. “As the intricate plot unfolded in the mystery novel, the readers found themselves increasingly bewildered, trying to unravel the layers of suspense and unexpected twists.” What does ‘bewildered’ mean? Excited Confused Mysticised Entertained Complicated None 24. “Steve sighed, ‘When I told you to dress inconspicuously, I did not mean in camouflage – you stick out like a sore thumb!’”What does ‘inconspicuous’ mean? Quiet Unnoticeable Spectacular Like a spy Very evident None 25. “ The professor's feeble explanation left the students more perplexed than enlightened, as they grappled with the complexity of the subject.”What does ‘perplexed’ mean? Disgruntled Hopeless Exhausted Puzzled Knowledgeable None 26. “In the dimly lit room, the artist intentionally created an obscure painting, inviting viewers to decipher the hidden meanings and elusive emotions concealed within the abstract brushstrokes.”What does ‘obscure’ mean? Concise Clear Difficult to understand Ancient Beautiful None 27. "After reading the below passage about Alex's behavior at school, what can you infer about the possible reasons behind his recent change in attitude? "Over the past few weeks, Alex has been unusually quiet in class. He used to eagerly participate in discussions and was known for his enthusiasm. However, recently, he seems withdrawn, avoiding eye contact with teachers and classmates. His grades have also seen a decline, and he no longer joins in the lunchtime activities he once enjoyed." Alex is naturally shy and reserved. Alex is facing challenges or stress in his personal life. Alex is not interested in school activities. Alex is seeking attention from his classmates. None 28. "After reading the passage about Emily and her actions toward the plant, what can you infer about Emily's attitude towards plants and her level of responsibility? "Emily carefully observed the plant on her windowsill, noting the yellowing leaves and the soil that felt dry to the touch. She reached for a watering can and gently provided the plant with a generous amount of water. Later, she placed the pot in a spot with more sunlight. Each day, Emily continued to care for the plant with dedication." Emily is neglectful and doesn't care much about the well-being of her plants. Emily is overly cautious and tends to overwater her plants. Emily is indifferent to the needs of her plants, relying solely on natural conditions for their care. Emily is attentive and responsible, taking steps to ensure the health of her plant. None 29. From the passage describing Maya's evening, what can you infer about Maya's feelings towards reading? "As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow across the sky, Maya found herself engrossed in a book. Lost in the world of words, she turned page after page, oblivious to the passing time. The soft rustle of leaves in the evening breeze and the distant chirping of crickets created a serene backdrop to her reading." Maya enjoys reading and becomes absorbed in the world of books. Maya is easily distracted and doesn't enjoy outdoor sounds. Maya prefers reading during the daytime rather than in the evening. Maya finds reading boring and uninteresting. None 30. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? Rain poured outside, and lightning lit up the sky. Wiktoria smiled and collected her favourite blanket and book to sit right by the window. She could hear her sister groan from downstairs as thunder cracked once again. Wiktoria’s plans were ruined by the bad weather. Wiktoria loves storms but her sister doesn’t. Her sister loves storms. Wiktoria hates reading. None 31. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? Jack ran to Skull Cave and announced to the group “We found it! The map said it would be right here!" Edward replied enthusiastically “We’re going to be rich!” Both their faces dropped as they approached the cave. All they saw was a pile of sand in a deep hole. “Noooo!” Jack clutched his head in sorrow. They found a secret cave. Someone else found the treasure before them. They are digging up the cave. There's a monster in the cave. None 32. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? Eris scanned the shelves of the library. Ancient tomes, spell-books, and various mystical-looking texts lined the walls. He searched mindlessly until one book caught his eye. He ran his finger down the spine of the book, ‘Levitation for beginners.’ He grabbed the book of the shelf immediately. He couldn’t resist the temptation! Eris is going to borrow the book for the day. Eris is a great wizard. This is non-fictional. Eris is going to attempt the spells he found in the book. None 33. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? The group huddled around the crackling bonfire; their noses bitten by the cold. The distant howls of wolves echoed, and the moon shone delicately. Javier was plucking the strings of his guitar lightly and some of the others were humming along quietly. “I think it’s time we head to our tents for the night don’t you think? It’s getting cold and we have a big day ahead.” Wolves are coming after the group. A group of friends are camping together. The group feels scared. They are camping at home. None 34. Based on the passage describing the mysterious character in the forest, what can you infer about the character's identity and purpose In the heart of the dense forest, where sunlight struggled to pierce through the thick canopy, a lone figure moved silently. The mysterious character wore a cloak that blended seamlessly with the shadows. Occasionally, the glint of a concealed object could be seen. As the figure navigated through the labyrinth of trees, a distant howl echoed, causing a fleeting expression of both determination and caution on their face. The character is a lost hiker trying to find a way out of the forest. The character is a forest ranger patrolling the area for safety. The character is a skilled and secretive explorer on a specific mission. The character is a wildlife researcher studying animal behavior. None 35. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? The train tracks rattled. Yet another train passed Katya by. She sniffled as she clutched her backpack, just as eager to explore the new city awaiting her as she had been the minute she had started packing. Katya is moving away to another city. Katya is getting on a train for the day. Katya missed her last train. Katya is nervous to go to a new city. None 36. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? A dense fog blanketed the once-thriving town. Harry stumbled aimlessly through the streets calling out her name “Cheryl! Where are you?!” It didn’t seem like he was going to find her soon, but he soldiered on through the deep fog. The town is too busy for Harry to see anything. Cheryl has run away on purpose. Harry is going to keep looking for Cheryl. Harry wants to stop looking for Cheryl. None 37. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? Shalom strut down the stage confidently and posed. The flash of the cameras filled the room as she heard her name chanted in the vast crowd. As she turned to walk back, she was filled with joy – this is where she has always wanted to be. Shalom is embarrassed as she messed up her line. Shalom is a confident model. Another person on stage fell over. Shalom is running off stage. None 38. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? The door swung open, and the once lively hubbub of the classroom fell deathly quiet. Not a single word or noise fell out of anyone’s mouth when she walked in and stood sternly at the front of the room. The students favourite teacher has arrived. The class has been silent before the woman arrived. The door broke as the woman opened it The students are scared of a strict teacher who has just arrived. None 39. From the passage describing Maria at the cliff's edge, what can you infer about her emotions and the significance of the moment? "As the storm clouds gathered in the distance, casting a shadow over the rugged landscape, Maria stood at the edge of the cliff. Her eyes fixed on the horizon, she seemed lost in thought. A weathered journal, pages filled with sketches and handwritten notes, rested in her hands. The wind tousled her hair, and the scent of rain hung in the air. In the valley below, a river snaked through the hills, reflecting the coming storm." Maria is contemplating a decision or reflecting on a personal matter. Maria is frightened by the approaching storm and seeks shelter. Maria is a nature enthusiast enjoying the dramatic weather. Maria is an artist seeking inspiration from the changing scenery. None 40. Based on the text, which statement is more likely to be true? Elliott’s nose tickled. There was so much dust in this closet! He tried his best to hold it in to stay quiet, but it was impossible to keep it from... from... “Achoo!” Elliott facepalmed as he heard rapid footsteps approaching. “I know you’re in there! It’s your turn to count. Elliott is playing hide and seek. Elliott is cleaning the cupboards. Eliott has allergies. Elliott is sick. None 41. Based on the passage describing the elderly woman at the orchestra, what can you infer about her connection to the music and the significance of the silver locket? "As the orchestra filled the grand hall with melodic strains, the audience sat in rapt attention. Among them, an elderly woman sat alone in a richly adorned dress, her eyes closed. A subtle smile played on her lips, and her fingers lightly traced the patterns of an elegant silver locket around her neck. Occasionally, she nodded in time with the music, lost in the symphony's enchantment." The woman is a musician herself and is mentally composing her own piece. The woman is reminiscing about a cherished memory associated with the music. The woman is a music critic evaluating the performance critically. The woman is wearing the locket as a fashion accessory with no special meaning. None 42. From the passage describing the young man in the city, what can you infer about his emotions and the impact of the street musician's performance? "In the heart of the bustling city, where skyscrapers reached for the sky and neon lights painted the streets with vibrant hues, a street musician played a soulful melody on a weathered guitar. A small crowd gathered, captivated by the music. Among them, a young man in a business suit stood, his eyes fixed on the musician. As the last notes lingered in the air, the young man's gaze softened, and a wistful smile graced his face." The young man is deeply moved by the music and experiences a sense of nostalgia. The young man is a music critic evaluating the street musician's skill. The young man is indifferent to the music and is lost in his own thoughts." The young man is annoyed by the interruption of his busy day. None 43. Based on the passage describing Lily in the antique shop, what can you infer about Lily's interest in the key and her interaction with the shop's owner? In the antique shop, Lily carefully examined a dusty, ornate key displayed in a glass case. The shop's owner, a wrinkled man with kind eyes, watched her intently. Lily's fingers traced the intricate patterns on the key, and a contemplative expression crossed her face. After a moment, she looked up at the owner and asked a question with a tone of curiosity. Lily is uninterested in the key and is only making polite conversation with the shop owner. Lily is a collector of antique items and is considering purchasing the key. The shop owner is pressuring Lily to buy the key, leading to her questioning. The key holds sentimental value for Lily, triggering a meaningful memory or connection. None 44. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Miriam's feet throbbed. She'd hurried kitchen to the dining room so many times it felt as though she'd run ten miles. It didn't help that she'd kept forgetting cream for the coffee and jam for the toast. To top it all off, her new uniform was stained Becky has a big family to feed. Becky is cooking for a big party at her home Becky has a feet condition and so not helping in finishing her cooking Becky just started working in a restaurant None 45. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Flashlights in hand, Daphne and Lola tiptoed their way into the old mansion’s basement. The air felt tense and dry. Eager to uncover the mystery of the house, they went further down. A ghastly groan from behind them made both the girls jump in fear. Daphne and Lola are playing pranks on one another. The basement is well-lit. The mansion is haunted. Girls are in enjoying the adventure None 46. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? As the spaceship zipped through the galaxy, Leia announced to the team “Our signal seems to be unclear... but I have a bad feeling about all of this.” As she finished her announcement, the spaceship shook, and some unknown language seemed to be coming from the back of the spacecraft. “Everyone, be ready!” she ordered. The spaceship crashed There are aliens around the spaceship. Leia is going to leave the spaceship. Leia is the only one on the spaceship. None 47. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Caroline turned the rusty key in the small door just by the fireplace. A sudden gust of wind blew in her face, making her hair go everywhere. Through the strands of her now messed up hair she saw a deep blue, glowing entrance to a place unknown. She crawled further forward, not knowing what to expect. Caroline is lost in the secret passageway. Caroline is too scared to go further. The door leads to another room in the house. Caroline is going to uncover the secret world behind the door. None 48. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? “Well that’s a huge catch, isn't it?” laughed Mary. “Hey! Not my fault nothing seems to be biting other than boots!” Hugo replied, unhooking the boot from his line. He cast his rod back into the bobbing waters and prayed for something other than shoes to hook. Hugo and Mary are fishing. Hugo and Mary are at a fish market looking for good quality fish They’re playing catch. Mary is swimming. None 49. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Arthur sighed to himself as he shook his pan in the bubbling stream. “Nothing again...” he muttered. He scooped more rocks up. Nothing again. “Maybe it’s time to head home,” he whispered to himself. Another scoop. The dirt flowed away into the stream as it had been for the past several hours – what was that? Arthur’s heart jumped. There was something shining in the pan! Arthur is washing dishes in the stream. Arthur is trying to clean his rocks. Arthur is scared by something in the pan. Arthur found gold. None 50. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? A streak of light crossed the darkness suddenly. “Make a wish!” Ivy squealed to her mum. Ivy’s smile beamed as she shut her eyes tight and whispered quietly to herself, crossing her fingers. Ivy is aspiring to be an Astronomer. Ivy is being read bedtime stories by her mother. Ivy has seen something in the night sky Ivy’s mother is annoyed by her squealing. None 51. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Max stopped in her tracks as she saw the gorgeous sight in front of her – the sunset sparkling behind the deer that was grazing just a few feet away from her. Cautiously, she captured the moment on her phone before continuing her journey home. Max was extremely elated on what she encountered Max was very afraid of the creature that she just saw. Max was distracted by the deer. Max is playing games on her phone. None 52. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Music blasted, and the house bustled with conversation. Jaya ran to the patio when she heard the blast of fireworks from the garden. “Wait! I need to get my camera!” she exclaimed to her dad. “Alright Jaya but be quick, everyone is waiting for the next rocket!” Jaya doesn’t like all the loud noise. Jaya’s dad is annoyed. Jaya is annoyed she can’t take pictures. Jaya and her family are celebrating an event. None 53. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Kuldeep’s legs hung off the bed as always. He was never bothered that his pyjama bottoms never hit his ankles and the sleeves of his shirt never went past his elbows either. But always having to bend lower when walking through the doorways was going to take some getting used to. Kuldeep's clothes aren’t well-made. Kuldeep's dad buys a short bed Kuldeep is very tall. Kuldeep's doorways aren’t well-made. None 54. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Saffron grew up with her grandparents and because of that, she had acquired a similar taste to them. For example, Saffron would love to listen to bands from the 70s all day, wear clothes from the 60s and she even have a rotary phone! Saffron cannot afford a smartphone. Saffron likes older things Saffron's grandparents don’t let her have modern items. Saffron’s grandparents have an old phone. None 55. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Raj peered through the blinds, watching the snowflakes gracefully settle amongst the snow. His face lit up with joy and he grabbed his ski mask. “Kids, we’re going on a trip today!” he announced. Raj is going on a trip by himself. Raj is excited to see his kids. Raj wants to take his kids on a ski trip. Kids hate to go to a skiing tripe None 56. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Elias’ alarm rang uncomfortably in his ears. He rolled lazily out of bed and reached out to silence it. The sun had barely risen, and small flakes of snow were dancing in the sky outside. Elias debated whether to stay in bed or get an early start. It’s an early winter morning. It’s an early spring morning. Elias is energised. Elias was eager to start the day despite the snow. None 57. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Jim tiptoed down the stairs as the moon shone through the hallway windows. He continued until he reached the kitchen and carefully... concisely... quietly... grabbed a cookie from the jar. He swiftly returned to his room hoping that his late-night trip didn’t wake Dad up. Jim is on a diet. Jim snuck a late-night snack. Jim’s dad was in the kitchen. D) Jim carelessly snuck a snack. None 58. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Rosa set her bucket down next to Triss’ nearly empty one. “What happened there?” Rosa giggled. Triss smiled before wiping her red-stained mouth and turned away. “I’m not as good as you are when it comes to finding berries, Rosa.” Triss ate most of the berries she found. Triss isn’t good at foraging for berries. The bucket had a hole in it. Rosa stole Triss’ berries. None 59. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Judah scampered into the kitchen, drawn in by the delicious aroma of fresh fish. Mama shooed him as she prepared the food “None for you Judah! I filled your bowl only minutes ago...” Judah’s mother doesn’t want to feed him. Judah is a pet. Mama burnt the fish. The kitchen is dirty. None 60. Based on the passage, Which sentence is more likely to be true? Divya crouched behind the bushes watching the dark figure intently. It moved stealthily before it disappeared into the shadows. Divya tightened her grip on her weapon, ready to follow it into the unknown shadows. Divya is playing hide and seek. The figure is friendly. Divya is going to run away. Divya is going to fight the evil figure. None