ISEE Middle Level Verbal Reasoning

Explore the skills and strategies needed to excel in the ISEE Middle Level Verbal Reasoning section, focusing on vocabulary, word relationships, and critical language analysis.

Building a Strong VocabularyUnderstanding Word Relationships (Analogies)Critical Language Analysis
Mastering Synonyms and AntonymsDeciphering Word Roots and OriginsContextual Reasoning and Inference
Applying Verbal Reasoning in Everyday CommunicationUsing Vocabulary to Succeed in School SubjectsDecoding Instructions and Signs
Process of EliminationUsing Context Clues
Building a Strong Vo...Understanding Word R...Critical Language An...Mastering Synonyms a...Deciphering Word Roo...Contextual Reasoning...Applying Verbal Reas...Using Vocabulary to ...Decoding Instruction...Process of Eliminati...Using Context Clues
Study Strategies

Using Context Clues

Finding Hidden Hints in the Text

When you see an unfamiliar word, look at the words and sentences around it. Context clues often tell you what the word means!

  • Look for definitions, examples, or explanations nearby.
  • Substitute different words to see if the sentence still makes sense.

This trick helps you solve tough questions and learn new words as you read.

Examples

  • Figuring out that 'reluctant' means 'unwilling' because the sentence says the character 'did not want to go.'

  • Identifying the meaning of 'fragile' when the text says 'handle with care because it can easily break.'