Selective High School Placement Exam Practice Pack
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How much is 1 basketball card and 1 soccer card worth?

  • $14
  • $12
  • $16 (correct)
  • $18

What is the probability of rolling a four or an odd number on the second roll?

  • 2/3
  • 5/6 (correct)
  • 1/6
  • 1/2

How many degrees has a square rotated when turned anti-clockwise to its new position?

  • 120°
  • 270°
  • 90° (correct)
  • 150°

Which number sentence accurately represents the situation of cookies being eaten and thrown out?

<p>(68 / 2) – 29 = 5 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many bananas do you need to feed 5 male monkeys for 1 hour if they eat 1 banana every 20 seconds?

<p>900 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whose reasoning is correct regarding taking the rubbish bins out on Sundays?

<p>Both Leanne and Tina (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What amount is neither the highest nor the lowest among the provided options?

<p>161000 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement would most strengthen Selena's argument about waking up early?

<p>Later wake-up times lead to better mood. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the instructions provided to candidates before the test?

<p>To outline the procedure for filling out answer sheets. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often are the rubbish bins emptied on the street where Leanne and Tina live?

<p>Every Sunday (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much space does he have to paint the desk red?

<p>3/5 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one guideline mentioned for candidates regarding mistakes on the answer sheet?

<p>Errors should be thoroughly erased. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of silver coins Aisha received as change after buying a burger for $8.70 with a $20 bill?

<p>10 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT allowed during the exam according to the instructions?

<p>Calculators (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total count of vertices, faces, and edges on a square pyramid?

<p>14 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the allocated time limit for completing the test?

<p>40 minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many numbers between 0 and 50 are divisible by 2, 3, and 6?

<p>12 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If Michelle spilled water on her 18 cm by 9 cm dining table and it covered a third of the surface, how many tissues would be required to wipe up all the water?

<p>20 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many degrees must the hour hand of Annie's clock move to go from the 12 to the 5?

<p>120 degrees (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If Bethany’s watch reads 1430 in 24-hour time, what was the time 76 minutes ago in 12-hour time?

<p>1:14pm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many basketball and soccer cards does Alex have if he collects them but only the basketball cards have the same value?

<p>Only basketball cards (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Both extracts indicate that libraries can

<p>have a great impact on children. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which author(s) emphasizes the freedom to discover and explore in libraries?

<p>Both (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which extract(s) does the author mention a disrespectful librarian?

<p>Neither (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Extract A, why is it significant that the author mentions, ‘I was allowed to choose for myself’?

<p>It indicates that her home was filled with children’s books to read. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Extract A, the author compares the library to what other place?

<p>castle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Extract B, what does the writer suggest by ‘I was treated with a level of respect that I don’t recall getting anywhere else, even at school’?

<p>The librarians viewed him as a valued patron. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the writer in Extract B feel about eating his sandwich outside the library?

<p>He wants to finish quickly to continue reading. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

From the last paragraph of Extract B we get the impression that the author

<p>would be happy spending his afterlife reading. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum score in the final test required to guarantee the prize?

<p>91 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement most strengthens Gerald's argument about chewing ice being harmful?

<p>If not chewed properly, the ice can become a choking hazard. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mistake does Derek make regarding the sentence task?

<p>The random words may not make sense as a sentence when put together. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which view corresponds to the realistic side view of an object from above?

<p>Choice B (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Chris fail to get a place in the new course?

<p>Chris failed the test. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What alternative solution could mitigate the risks associated with chewing ice?

<p>Limit the amount of ice consumed. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is false regarding the entry requirements for Chris's new course?

<p>Excellent scores on the test guarantee placement regardless of interview performance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the relationship between Chris's current enrollment and his requirements for the new course?

<p>Being in a course simplifies his admittance requirements greatly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you use to fill out the answer sheet?

<p>A pencil (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should you take if you make a mistake on the answer sheet?

<p>Erase thoroughly and try again (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way to indicate your chosen answer on the answer sheet?

<p>Draw a line through the option (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many sections are labeled on the answer sheet based on the given rows?

<p>35 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you have multiple attempts to select an answer?

<p>Only select once and erase if needed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The circles on the answer sheet are intended for what purpose?

<p>To outline your answers clearly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you select an answer and then change your mind, what should you do?

<p>Erase the first choice thoroughly before selecting again (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best practice for ensuring your selected response is clear on the answer sheet?

<p>Filling in the circle completely (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information should be filled in on the answer sheet besides the selected answers?

<p>Your family name (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the instruction to 'erase thoroughly' imply about the erasure method used?

<p>All marks should be removed completely to avoid confusion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Libraries and children

Libraries have a strong positive impact on childhood development and imagination.

Freedom to discover in libraries

Both extracts highlight the importance of freedom to discover and explore in libraries.

Respectful librarian in Extract B

Extract B mentions a librarian who showed the author extreme respect.

Choosing books in Extract A

The author in Extract A being allowed to choose books for herself emphasizes her choice.

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Library compared to a church

The author in Extract A compares the library to a church.

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Respect in the reading room

The writer in Extract B suggests that he was treated with more respect in the library than anywhere else.

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Eating in the reading room

The writer in Extract B feels a sense of urgency to finish his sandwich to continue reading.

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Heaven as a library

The author in Extract B implies he would be happy spending his afterlife reading in a library.

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Minimum number of silver coins

Aisha received $11.30 in change because $20 - $8.70 = $11.30. The minimum number of silver coins to make $11.30 is 24 because there are 50 cent coins.

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Total sum of vertices, faces, and edges

A square pyramid has 5 vertices (corners), 5 faces (including the base), and 8 edges. These add up to 18.

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Numbers divisible by 2, 3 and 6

Numbers divisible by 2, 3, and 6 are those divisible by their least common multiple, which is 6. We can check every 6th number: 6, 12, 18... 48. This gives 8 numbers from 1 - 50.

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Whole tissues required

The table has an area of 18 cm * 9 cm = 162 cm2. A third of this is 162 cm2 / 3 = 54 cm2. Each tissue absorbs 2.5 cm2, so we need 54 cm2 / 2.5 cm2 = 21.6 tissues, rounded up to 22 whole tissues.

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Degrees moved by the hour hand

Rotating the hour hand from 12 to 5 means moving it through 5 segments, each representing 30 degrees, so 5 * 30 = 150 degrees.

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Watch time 76 minutes ago

Bethany's watch reads 1430, which is equivalent to 2:30 pm. 76 minutes ago is 2:30 pm - 1 hour 16 minutes = 1:14 pm.

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Total number of basketball cards

The question doesn't provide information about the 'value' of the cards. The focus is on the total quantity of basketball cards.

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Probability

The probability of an event is the number of favorable outcomes divided by the total number of possible outcomes.

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Square Rotation

A square rotated 90 degrees counter-clockwise will end up in a new position, with its sides aligned differently than the original position.

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Rounding Difference

To find the difference between two numbers rounded to different place values, you need to calculate the rounded values and then subtract them.

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Monkey Banana Consumption

If a monkey takes 20 seconds to eat a banana, and there are 5 monkeys, they can eat 5 bananas in 20 seconds. To calculate the total bananas needed for an hour (3600 seconds), you need to divide the total time by the time per banana consumption and multiply by the number of monkeys.

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Card Value

To find the cost of 1 basketball and 1 soccer card, you can set up a system of equations using the given information and solve for the unknowns.

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Who has correct reasoning?

If the rubbish bins are emptied every Sunday and both Leanne and Tina are unavailable on Sunday to take the bins out, neither of them has a valid reasoning.

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What statement would strengthen Selena's argument?

Selena's argument suggests that getting up early makes her feel tired. Therefore, a statement that supports her dislike of early rising would strengthen her argument.

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Is Leanne's reasoning correct?

Leanne needs to take the rubbish bins out on Sundays, but she is never home on Sundays. Thus, Leanne's reasoning is correct.

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Is Tina's reasoning correct?

Tina won't be able to take the rubbish bins out on Sunday afternoon because she has to go shopping. However, this doesn't mean she can't take them out earlier in the day. So, Tina's reasoning is incorrect.

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Minimum score for the prize?

The minimum score in the final test that guarantees a student the prize is 91. We know this because the student needs to achieve a high enough score to surpass the current top score. To guarantee the prize, the student must have a higher score than any other student, regardless of the score of the other students in the final test.

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Which statement strengthens the argument?

If Gerald's dentist is correct, chewing ice weakens teeth. This means ice makes teeth more prone to cracking and chipping. Ice, therefore, does not make teeth resistant to the cold, but actually makes them more vulnerable.

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What's wrong with Derek's statement?

Derek's statement implies that any random words thrown together will form a sentence. This is incorrect. Random words need to be arranged in a grammatically correct order and make sense to form a meaningful sentence.

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Finding the realistic side view

The object's shadow suggests a rectangular shape with a bulge on one side. Looking at the side views, only option C accurately shows a rectangular shape with a bulge on one side.

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Why did Chris fail to get into the new course?

Chris failed to get into the new course because he either failed the test or did badly on both the interview and the test. We know he failed the interview because he has to pass the test to get in. Therefore, Chris must have failed the test and did badly in the interview.

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Square Pyramid Components

To find the total number of vertices, faces, and edges of a square pyramid, you need to add the number of each component: 5 vertices (corners), 5 faces (including the base), and 8 edges.

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Divisibility Rules

Numbers divisible by 2, 3, and 6 are those divisible by their least common multiple, which is 6. To find the numbers divisible by 6 from 1 to 50, count every 6th number: 6, 12, 18, ... 48.

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Probability Definition

The probability of an event is the number of favorable outcomes divided by the total number of possible outcomes. For example, if there are 5 red balls and 5 blue balls in a bag, the probability of picking a red ball is 5/10, or 1/2.

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Monkey Banana Calculation

If a monkey takes 20 seconds to eat a banana, and there are 5 monkeys, they can eat 5 bananas in 20 seconds. To calculate the total bananas needed for an hour (3600 seconds), you need to divide the total time by the time per banana consumption and multiply by the number of monkeys.

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Card Value Calculation

To find the cost of 1 basketball and 1 soccer card, you can set up a system of equations using the given information and solve for the unknowns. For example, if 2 basketball cards cost $8 and 3 soccer cards cost $12, you can set up two equations and solve for the cost of each card.

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Tissues Calculation

The table's area is 18 cm * 9 cm = 162 cm2. A third of this is 162 cm2 / 3 = 54 cm2. Since each tissue absorbs 2.5 cm2, we need 54 cm2 / 2.5 cm2 = 21.6 tissues, which needs to be rounded up to 22 whole tissues.

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Watch Time Calculation

Bethany's watch reads 1430, which is equivalent to 2:30 pm. 76 minutes ago is 2:30 pm - 1 hour 16 minutes = 1:14 pm.

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Hour Hand Movement

Rotating the hour hand from 12 to 5 means moving it through 5 segments, each representing 30 degrees, so 5 * 30 = 150 degrees.

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Study Notes

Selective High School Placement Trial Exam Pack

  • Trinity Tuition College provides trial exam materials for Selective High School and Opportunity Class placement exams and Independent Schools Scholarship exams.
  • The trial exams are designed to mimic the format and style of official placement tests to build student confidence and familiarity.
  • Detailed answer guides and video lessons are also included to clarify and correct understanding.
  • The pack includes practice tests for Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, and Thinking Skills.
  • The provided test structure and content target the latest examination requirements.

Test Information

  • Reading Test 01: 30 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • Mathematical Reasoning Test 01: 35 MCQ
  • Thinking Skills Test 01: 40 MCQ

Additional Information

  • The provided practice tests aim at preparing students for competitive placement exams.
  • The materials emphasize quality resources and guidance to prepare students with required confidence, knowledge, and learning development.
  • This pack focuses on students of Stage 2 and 3.
  • Students are allowed to use the question paper for notes, but extra paper is not permitted.
  • Dictionaries and calculators are not permitted.
  • Different extracts are provided for students to practice answering questions.

Answer Keys

  • Answer keys (Reading, Mathematical Reasoning, and Thinking Skills) are included in the pack.
  • Answer sheets are also included to assist and prepare for the exam.

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