Overall

1 / / / / / x / 86%
2 / / / x / / / 86%
3 / / / / / / / 100%
4 / / / / / / / 100%
5 / / / / / / / 100%
6 / / / / / / / 100%
7 / / / / / / / 100%
8 / / / / / / / 100%
9 / / / / / / / 100%
10 / / / / / / / 100%
11 / / / / / / / 100%

Retrieval Vocabulary Inference

Hi All,

Above are the comprehension results! They look amazing!

It’s worth noting that the test they did represents just a third of the expected size of a
comprehension test and so as we get closer to the test date, I will run more tests which increase in
size so they are gradually accustomed to what is expected of them.

It’s also important to note that the questions themselves came from a bitesize chunk of
informational text, which isn’t a realistic expectation of the 11plus exam; but, as mentioned above, is
a way of easing them into the ‘real deal’.

You will notice that there are only 3 reading skills tested above: Retrieval, Vocabulary and inference.

This is because other skills, including predicting, sequencing and explaining are less likely to be
involved in the exam, whereas retrieval , vocabulary and inference questions will likely make up 90%
of the reading questions.

Understanding the difference between the question types is key in helping them develop as skilled
readers.

In very simple terms:

Retrieval – Requires them to get answers straight from the text. Example: “When did the fire take
place?” … they would be able to retrieve this answer from the text.

Vocabulary – This requires them to define words, OR, locate words based on a given definition. “
Which word shows the fire was out of control?”

Inference – Arguably the trickiest type of question, inference questions requires them to formulate
answers based on evidence, i.e, the answers aren’t explicit, they need to use evidence which is
sometimes subtle to come up with an answer.

E.g: How do you know John was feeling ill?

Answer: I think John was feeling ill because he shrugged when given his favourite food.