Every topic tested in the GL Assessment English paper
Understand and analyse fiction and non-fiction passages, inferring meaning and authorial intent.
Identify word meanings from context and choose the most appropriate synonym or antonym.
Identify and correct grammatical errors, including tense, agreement, and punctuation.
Identify misspelled words and apply spelling rules for common patterns.
Identify sentence types, clauses, and how to combine sentences effectively.
Draw conclusions from text that are implied rather than stated directly.
Read a wide variety of texts — fiction, non-fiction, newspapers, and poetry — to build comprehension skills.
For comprehension questions, always refer back to the text rather than relying on memory.
Learn common spelling patterns and exceptions — the 11+ English paper tests spelling directly.
Practise identifying the main idea, supporting details, and author's purpose in every passage you read.
Build vocabulary by keeping a word journal and learning 5 new words per week with their meanings.
The GL Assessment 11+ English paper typically includes a reading comprehension passage with questions testing inference, vocabulary, and understanding, plus grammar, punctuation, and spelling questions.
The GL Assessment English paper is typically 50 minutes long. Our practice tests are calibrated to this timing.
Regular reading of varied texts is the most effective approach. Encourage your child to discuss what they have read, ask questions about the text, and summarise passages in their own words.