Verbal Reasoning

Complete the Word: Letters in Order

Find which three neighbouring letters of a five-letter word make the word in brackets, and do the same to a third word.

Verbal ReasoningAge 8+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Explain that the bracketed word is made from letters of the word in front of it
  • Identify which three neighbouring places the letters were taken from
  • Use both examples to confirm the rule before applying it to the third word

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsHow the Puzzle WorksFind the Three PlacesUse Both Examples

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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