The test consists of three prose passages. Each passage has 12 multiple-choice test items. Strategy, organization and style of standard written English. The writing skills portion does not test spelling, vocabulary and rote recall of grammar rules. It measures reading comprehension.
Students determine the meaning from several paragraphs by referring to what is stated.
The meaning of words is determined from the context. Students must also use reasoning to determine actual meaning. Students must draw conclusions and make comparisons and generalizations. There are three prose passages of about 375 words each and eight multiple choice questions. It measures basic numerical skills and basic problem solving skills.