SSAT Practice - 60 Free Independent School Test Questions

Q: How many questions are in this practice set?

This practice set contains 60 questions with detailed explanations.

Q: What topics does this practice cover?

It covers the key topics and question types for SSAT Secondary School Admission Test, including vocabulary, grammar, reading, and practical test skills.

Q: Are there explanations for every question?

Yes, every question includes a clear explanation so you can understand the correct answer and learn from mistakes.

Q: Can I save my progress and mistakes?

Your wrong answers, favorites, scores, and study streak are saved in your browser, so you can review them on the same device.

Q: What practice modes are available?

You can practice randomly, take a timed mock exam, filter by difficulty, type, and topic, search questions, and review wrong answers.

Question 1

What is 25% of 80?

Select an answer 30402025

Question 2

If 3x = 24, what is x?

Select an answer 861221

Question 3

What is the average of 6, 10, and 14?

Select an answer 129810

Question 4

What is the area of a square with side length 7?

Select an answer 56491428

Question 5

What is the perimeter of a rectangle that is 8 units long and 3 units wide?

Select an answer 30222411

Question 6

What is 2/5 written as a decimal?

Select an answer 0.250.50.20.4

Question 7

What is the next number in the pattern 3, 6, 12, 24, ...?

Select an answer 48363042

Question 8

What is the value of 7 + 3 × 2?

Select an answer 16121320

Question 9

What is the median of 4, 9, 12, 15, 20?

Select an answer 1510129

Question 10

What is 60% of 90?

Select an answer 36546045

Question 11

What is the greatest common factor of 15 and 25?

Select an answer 531575

Question 12

What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?

Select an answer 360°90°270°180°

Question 13

Choose the synonym of "happy".

Select an answer TiredSlowJoyfulAngry

Question 14

Choose the synonym of "large".

Select an answer QuietHugeTinyNarrow

Question 15

Choose the synonym of "begin".

Select an answer StartFinishStopWait

Question 16

Choose the synonym of "quick".

Select an answer SlowHeavyBrightFast

Question 17

Choose the synonym of "difficult".

Select an answer SimpleSoftHardEasy

Question 18

Choose the synonym of "silent".

Select an answer QuietLoudBrightWarm

Question 19

Choose the synonym of "smart".

Select an answer SlowRudeWeakIntelligent

Question 20

Choose the synonym of "angry".

Select an answer SleepyFuriousCalmHappy

Question 21

Choose the synonym of "small".

Select an answer WideTinyLargeTall

Question 22

Choose the synonym of "cold".

Select an answer HotWarmSoftChilly

Question 23

Choose the synonym of "brave".

Select an answer CourageousAfraidWeakQuiet

Question 24

Choose the synonym of "old".

Select an answer YoungCleanAncientNew

Question 25

What is the main idea of a passage?

Select an answer A random detailThe titleThe central point the author wants to communicateThe first sentence

Question 26

What is a supporting detail?

Select an answer The conclusionA fact or example that supports the main ideaThe topic sentenceA transition word

Question 27

What is an inference?

Select an answer A conclusion based on evidence in the textA fact stated directlyA personal opinionA question

Question 28

What is the author tone?

Select an answer The number of paragraphsThe length of sentencesThe font usedThe attitude the author expresses

Question 29

What should you do first when reading an SSAT passage?

Select an answer Memorize every sentenceSkip the passageRead to find the main idea and structureCount the words

Question 30

What is a topic sentence?

Select an answer A transitionThe sentence that states a paragraph main ideaThe last sentence onlyA question

Question 31

What does a conclusion do in a passage?

Select an answer Brings the main points togetherAdds a new detailAsks a questionChanges the topic

Question 32

What is a transition word?

Select an answer A word that names a nounA word that describes an actionA word that ends a sentenceA word that connects ideas

Question 33

What does "however" signal in a passage?

Select an answer A conclusionA questionA contrastAn example

Question 34

What does "for example" signal?

Select an answer An illustration or exampleA contrastA final pointA new topic

Question 35

What should your answers to reading questions be based on?

Select an answer Outside knowledgeThe longest choicePersonal preferenceEvidence from the passage

Question 36

What is a fact?

Select an answer A feelingA statement that can be verifiedAn opinionA guess

Question 37

How many scored sections are on the SSAT?

Select an answer TwoThreeFourFive

Question 38

What is a good pacing strategy on the SSAT?

Select an answer Spend all time on the first questionRush every sectionAnswer without readingMove on from hard questions and return later

Question 39

What is the best way to handle guessing on the SSAT?

Select an answer Eliminate wrong choices before guessingGuess on every questionNever guessGuess only on math

Question 40

The SSAT has no penalty for wrong answers.

Select an answer FalseTrue

Question 41

What should you bring to the SSAT?

Select an answer A phoneA calculator unless allowedYour admission ticket and acceptable identificationYour notes

Question 42

What is the SSAT writing sample?

Select an answer A math contestAn unscored essay that schools may reviewA scored multiple-choice sectionA vocabulary test

Question 43

What is a good study habit for SSAT prep?

Select an answer Regular practice with mistake reviewCramming the night beforeDoing only easy questionsIgnoring timing

Question 44

What is the best way to prepare for the SSAT reading section?

Select an answer Read only one type of textMemorize vocabulary lists onlySkip reading practiceRead varied passages and answer questions

Question 45

What is time management on a test?

Select an answer Finishing early at any costIgnoring the clockAllocating your time to answer as many questions as possibleSpending extra time on every question

Question 46

What should you do after a practice test?

Select an answer Forget the questionsReview every mistake and identify patternsCheck only your scoreTake another test immediately

Question 47

What is the score range for each SSAT Middle and Upper Level section?

Select an answer 500 to 800200 to 8001 to 36400 to 1600

Question 48

What is a good strategy for SSAT math word problems?

Select an answer Choose the longest answerSkip the question completelyGuess without readingIdentify what is given and what is asked

Question 49

What does "benevolent" mean?

Select an answer NoisyRoughKindFrightening

Question 50

What does "fragile" mean?

Select an answer Easily brokenVery strongVery fastVery old

Question 51

What does "rapid" mean?

Select an answer SlowLoudWarmFast

Question 52

What does "ancient" mean?

Select an answer Very brightVery oldVery newVery small

Question 53

What does "murmur" mean?

Select an answer Write carefullySpeak softlyShout loudlyRun quickly

Question 54

What does "generous" mean?

Select an answer Taking greedilyWorking slowlySleeping deeplyGiving freely

Question 55

What does "cautious" mean?

Select an answer CarefulCarelessBraveLazy

Question 56

What does "eager" mean?

Select an answer TiredAngryEnthusiasticBored

Question 57

What does "scarce" mean?

Select an answer Very largeVery brightIn short supplyVery common

Question 58

What does "transparent" mean?

Select an answer HeavySee-throughSolidHidden

Question 59

What does "distant" mean?

Select an answer Far awayVery closeVery loudVery fast

Question 60

Match each word to its meaning.

BenevolentFragileScarceTransparent