Eleven Plus Exams Multiple Choice Questions CD
VERBAL REASONING
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Who wrote the questions?
The questions are written by Janet Peace and Mike Edwards, who are both graduates of the University of Liverpool. The Tutors, a business they established in 1995, specialises in the provision of 11 plus tuition and production of high quality classroom tested practice material. Between them they have over two decades of hands on experience of helping children succeed at the 11plus exams. Mike and Janet have published over 12 practice papers available in the shops, over a dozen E-papers as well as free to download material on this website. They have also created a CD covering all 21 types of questions commonly found in 11 plus grammar school and independent school’s common entrance examinations.
How many types of questions are there?
The CD encompasses all 21 types of multiple choice questions known to occur nationally in the actual verbal reasoning multiple choice 11plus examinations and common entrance examinations.
What are the 21 types of Multiple Choice Questions that everyone is talking about?
These can be viewed by following the link: 21 types of Multiple Choice Questions.
How many tests are there on the CD?
There are 12 verbal reasoning practice tests on the CD.
How many questions are there in each practice test?
There are 100 verbal reasoning practice questions in each test.
How many verbal reasoning multiple choice questions are there on the CD?
There are 1,200 questions on the CD. (12 tests x 100 questions = 1,200)
Are the questions on the DEMO section included in the 1,200 questions?
No. The DEMO for this CD (50 Questions) and CD Volume 1 (105 questions) are unique and not repeated anywhere else, not even in the ePapers or Practice Papers bought in the shops.
Are there any instructions for parents?
Yes, The CD contains guidelines for parents. To view these simply click on ‘NOTES FOR PARENTS’ button on the main menu.
Are there any instructions for children?
Yes, there are two sets. There is a general set on the main menu and specific set on each test. In each case click on ‘INSTRUCTIONS’.
Are the questions and software features the same whether I download the CD or purchase the CD?
Yes, identical. However by downloading you will save at least £5 + P & P. The main advantage of the download is that your child will be practicing within minutes.
How long would it take to download the CD?
With normal broadband less than three minutes.
Do I need to have the computer online whenever I use the CD software?
No, but at the time of installation you will need to be online in order for your software to be activated. The software activation takes about one minute.
How do I purchase the download?
Simply click on DOWNLOAD NOW and continue through to the secure payment area. Upon completion of your payment formalities you will be presented on screen with (1) a link from which to download the software, and (2) a 16 digit alpha-numeric key which we recommend that you either note down or print out. You will also be sent this information in a confirmation e-mail. The 16 digit alpha-numeric key will be needed by you to activate the software.
I am not very computer literate. If I choose to download, is the installation complicated?
It’s surprisingly straight forward. As soon as you have downloaded (see above) and selected RUN an installation program, ‘Eleven Plus Exams Wizard’, will guide you through the ensuing screens. In most menus options simply select NEXT. You will be prompted to enter your e-mail that you gave us at the time of purchasing the download and your 16 character alpha-numeric key (which was displayed at the time of the purchase and also automatically e-mailed to you). During the installation you will have to remain online as your e-mail and 16 digit alpha-numeric key will be verified against our database of purchase records so that your software can be activated. Thereafter you will never need to be online to run your software purchase.
How long should my child spend on each 100 question test?
We recommend that each test takes 50 minutes. This does not imply that the questions are easier than those papers that set 80 questions in 50 minutes, in fact they are designed to be at the same level. This time scale is set to make the papers very challenging and is ideal preparation for areas that are currently doing 100 & 120 question verbal reasoning papers.
Will any of my child’s details or scores be transmitted out of my computer?
No. The CD software is self-contained and totally secure and fully encrypted. It will not transmit the score or indeed any other information other than at the time of installation when it verifies that you are the rightful owner of the software. Therefore once activated you can run the CD software offline secure in the knowledge that your use of the software will remain private.
Is this CD suitable for 12 plus?
Yes. In most LEAs (Local Education Authorities) 12plus verbal reasoning tends to be the same as 11plus exams however you are given less time and often more questions to complete.
My child is sitting a standard (non-multiple choice) verbal reasoning paper, would this CD still be useful?
Yes. Even though the format of questions is different standard verbal reasoning questions have many question types in common with the multiple choice question types. Furthermore around 80% of the verbal reasoning papers actually test the strength of vocabulary and so irrespective of the multiple choice nature of the questions this CD will either introduce new words or reinforce known words. The CD also acts as a fun break from the monotony of endless papers.
Once I have installed the CD software will I be able to move it to another machine?
Unfortunately, not. The security on the software will tie your installation and activation to a specific computer as well as a unique 16-digit alpha-numeric key and your e-mail at the time of purchase. This level of security helps us combat software piracy and keep the price of this software low.
Can I try before I buy?
Yes, of course. We offer a free to download DEMO version that contains 50 original questions that will give you the same look and feel as well as the full functionality actual software. Your PC will need to have Macromedia Flash Version 8 to run this DEMO.
Is it possible to cheat during a timed test?
No. The answers are only revealed when the child has completed the test. If the child pauses the test for any reason the question on the screen is covered up during this period.
How much does each question cost?
On the download version it costs you around 1 1/2p per question to have as many attempts as you like marked and timed. On the CD version it costs around 2p per question.
What is the advantage of the CD over normal practice papers?
As noted above better value. Of course there is no hassle of marking the papers, since the software automatically times and marks and stores the latest 10 attempts. The child can do multiple attempts of any test. The CD is also more motivating for children as they can monitor their own progress, numerically and graphically. Furthermore practice papers can seem tedious and thus the CD breaks the monotony of practice papers whilst continuing to enhance your child’s chances of success.
Do the authors, The Tutors, sell any other practice material? [BLJ THIS SECTION WILL NEED LINKS]
Yes. Apart from this CD the tutors also sell sets of practice papers (see our online book shop) and e-Papers (pay and download practice material). The Tutors will be producing further practice CDs in verbal reasoning and mathematics.
THE TUTORS - VERBAL REASONING - VOLUME 212 MULTIPLE CHOICE PRACTICE TESTSISBN-10: 0-9553840-2-8 ISBN-13: 978-0-9553840-2-8 | ||
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