ISEE Lower Level
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10 sample questions for the ISEE Lower Level, with the correct answer and an explanation for each. No account needed. Try each one before you open the answer.
Sections covered on the exam: Verbal Reasoning, Synonyms, Sentencecompletion, Mathematics, Numbersense, Operationsandproperties, Roundingandestimation, Quantitative Reasoning and Mathematics Achievement, Geometry,Measurement,Anddata, Readingandthinking, Reading Comprehension, The Essay.
Question 1 · Verbal Reasoning
Which word is closest in meaning to "fragile"?
Answer: A. Delicate
"Fragile" means easily broken or delicate. "Delicate" is the synonym.
Question 2 · Sentencecompletion
The fireman was very _______ as he rescued the kitten from the tree.
Answer: C. brave
Rescuing a kitten suggests courage — "brave" is the correct choice.
Question 3 · Operationsandproperties
If 3 × 1 = 3, this shows which property?
Answer: C. Identity Property of Multiplication
The Identity Property of Multiplication says that any number multiplied by 1 equals itself.
Question 4 · Geometry,Measurement,Anddata
A rectangle is 8 centimeters long and 5 centimeters wide. What is its perimeter?
Answer: D. 26 centimeters
Perimeter is the distance around: 8 + 5 + 8 + 5 = 26 centimeters. (40 is the area in square centimeters, not the perimeter.)
Question 5 · Readingandthinking
Read the sentence: “Water was scarce during the long drought, so every drop was saved.” What does scarce mean?
Answer: A. Rare and hard to find
The drought and the need to save every drop show that there was very little water, so “scarce” means rare and hard to find.
Question 6 · Reading Comprehension
“His voice was music to her ears” is a metaphor that means:
Answer: A. She enjoyed hearing his voice
It means she found his voice pleasant or comforting.
Question 7 · Sentencecompletion
Lena wore a sweater because it was ________ outside.
Answer: B. chilly
Sweaters are worn in cool or chilly weather.
Question 8 · Operationsandproperties
Which equation demonstrates the Associative Property of Multiplication?
Answer: D. (2 × 3) × 4 = 2 × (3 × 4)
The Associative Property allows grouping changes without affecting the result.
Question 9 · Quantitative Reasoning and Mathematics Achievement
Simplify the expression: 4 + (3 × 2)
Answer: C. 10
Multiply first: 3 × 2 = 6, then add: 4 + 6 = 10.
Question 10 · Readingandthinking
Liam watched closely as the rocket lifted off the ground and soared into the sky. He had been fascinated with space since he was five years old. Posters of astronauts, planets, and galaxies filled his bedroom walls. One day, Liam hoped to build a rocket of his own and explore the stars. What is Liam most interested in? Dinosaurs Rockets and space Swimming Video games
Refer to the passage in Question 167. Which word best describes Liam’s interest in space?
Answer: B. Passionate
His love for space is strong and enthusiastic — "passionate" is best.
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