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6 questions · 5 pages
Thinking Skills
Logical, spatial and numerical reasoning problems, with worked answers for tutors.
Worked answers included
Download the Thinking Skills sample (PDF)Printable paper set · Four Selective Test sections
Practice papers your tutors can pick up and teach.
Thinking Skills, Reading, Mathematical Reasoning and Writing, with worked answers or tutor marking guidance in every sample.
Format note: these printable papers practise the test content. The official NSW placement test is computer-based. Aris can also provide an optional online practice environment for screen familiarisation.
Format note: these printable papers practise the test content. The official NSW placement test is computer-based. Aris can also provide an optional online practice environment for screen familiarisation.
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1 passage · 5 questions · 5 pages
Reading
Reading passages with multiple-choice questions and worked answers for tutors.
Worked answers included
Download the Reading sample (PDF)03 
5 questions · 4 pages
Mathematical Reasoning
Multiple-choice mathematical reasoning questions. Step-by-step worked answers are printed in the paper.
Step-by-step working included
Download the Mathematical Reasoning sample (PDF), with full working04 
2 tasks · 3 pages
Writing
Timed narrative and persuasive tasks with honest marking guidance for your tutors.
Tutor marking guidance included
Download the Writing sample (PDF), with marking guidanceAris materials are independent practice resources. Aris is not affiliated with or endorsed by the NSW Department of Education, NESA or any selective high school.
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The printable papers work on their own. If you want screen practice between classes, students can also use the Aris environment under a centre licence. You choose whether and how it fits your program.
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Practice between sittings
Students get exercises in Writing, Maths, Reading and Thinking Skills, plus full practice exams online.
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Marking and feedback
Writing submissions get feedback against the task and marking guide. Objective questions show step-by-step solutions online.
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Your program stays yours
The platform is an optional add-on. The printed papers work on their own, and you choose how to use them.
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Answers included Worked answers for objective sections and marking guidance for writing.
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