11+ English Exam - Paper 4 - ★★
£9.95
Exam Paper Details
Age-appropriate and Exam-Board Aligned
Our 11plus English Exam Papers are designed by our Exam Entrance Specialists,
who have had years of experience in 11+ Independent School entry. Each
paper is unique and designed to reflect the calibre of questions set by
top-tier independent schools. Answers are included.
This Paper Includes:
- Reading Comprehension: Students are assessed on their ability to understand and interpret passages of text. Questions may involve identifying main ideas, making inferences, understanding vocabulary in context, and analysing the author's purpose.
- Grammar and Punctuation: Testing students' knowledge of grammar rules, sentence structure, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, parts of speech, and proper use of punctuation marks.
- Vocabulary: Students may be assessed on their understanding of word meanings, synonyms, antonyms, analogies, and context clues.
- Spelling: This section evaluates students' spelling skills, including commonly misspelt words, homophones, and irregular spellings.
- Composition and Writing Skills: Students will be asked to write a short essay, a descriptive paragraph, a letter, or a story. They are assessed on their ability to organize their thoughts, use appropriate vocabulary and grammar, and express their ideas clearly and coherently.
This is a ★★ paper. What does this mean?
This is a medium-difficulty ★★ paper, a step up from the ★ paper. It is suitable for all schools and perfect for general exam practice. It is recommended for students who have built a good foundation in their entrance exam preparation and are ready to take on more challenging papers. It is also suitable for children participating in a variety of schools.
Paper Grading
| Tier | Paper Type | Target Schools |
|---|---|---|
| ★★★ |
High-difficulty papers - for the most selective schools in the country. | St Paul’s; St Paul’s Girls’ School; Godolphin & Latymer; Latymer Upper; Highgate; Westminster; Eton; Wellington; Wycombe Abbey School; Magdalen College School; Brighton College; City of London School; Winchester College; Sevenoaks |
| ★★ |
Mid-difficulty papers - suitable for all schools and ideal for general exam practice. | Dulwich College; Harrow; St Edward’s Oxford; Emanuel School; Alleyn’s; Putney High School; James Allen's Girls' School; Francis Holland School; Epsom College; Radley; Canford; Marlborough |
| ★ |
Lower-difficulty papers - suitable for all schools and students starting their entrance exam preparation. | All Schools |
*Although these papers have been created by our expert independent school specialist tutors to accurately reflect the skills and level required at top independent schools, each school’s admissions process is unique and subject to change each year. As such, these papers may not reflect the exact exam format of the schools above.