Our Practice Papers and Answers
The papers we’ve shared below contain similar content to the papers typically delivered as 11 Plus assessments by Ampleforth College.
CEM ENGLISH & VERBAL REASONING PAPER 1
CEM MATHEMATICS PAPER 1
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Other CEM Sample Papers and Answers
CEM Select Online Familiarisation Test
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Numerical Reasoning/Maths
11 Plus Preparation Resources For Ampleforth College
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11+ Verbal Reasoning
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English Vocabulary
English Comprehension
Verbal Reasoning
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Exam Information
Exam style — CEM Select.
Exam types:
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Mathematics/Numerical Reasoning
Exam length — 1 × 60 minute exams.
Pass mark — Different each year.
Other exam information — The exam is completed independently, working at a computer guided by on-screen instructions. All questions are multiple choice.
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