ISEE Lower Level Verbal Reasoning

ISEE Lower Level Verbal Reasoning focuses on developing critical reading and verbal skills necessary for success in the ISEE exam.

SynonymsSentence CompletionContext Clues
AnalogiesWord Roots, Prefixes, and SuffixesNuanced Word Choice
Building Vocabulary DailyUnderstanding Instructions and DirectionsExpressing Ideas Clearly
Elimination MethodReading for CluesTime Management
SynonymsSentence CompletionContext CluesAnalogiesWord Roots, Prefixes...Nuanced Word ChoiceBuilding Vocabulary ...Understanding Instru...Expressing Ideas Cle...Elimination MethodReading for CluesTime Management
Practical Applications

Understanding Instructions and Directions

Why Following Directions Matters

Understanding and following instructions is a big part of school, tests, and life! The skills you use in the ISEE Verbal Reasoning section help you follow directions more easily.

How Verbal Reasoning Helps

  • Spotting key words that tell you what to do.
  • Understanding sequence words like “first,” “next,” and “finally.”
  • Noticing details so you don’t miss important steps.

Daily Life Examples

From recipes to board games, following directions is everywhere!

Examples

  • Reading instructions for building a LEGO set.

  • Following a recipe to bake cookies.

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Expressing Ideas Clearly