Verbal Reasoning

Missing Words: Using the Clues

Use clue words elsewhere in the sentence, and words that commonly go together, to choose the missing word.

Verbal ReasoningAge 9+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Identify clue words in the sentence that point to the missing word
  • Recognise words that commonly go together
  • Eliminate options by word class before judging meaning

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsFind the Clue WordsWords That Go TogetherEliminate by Word Class

Practice formats pupils may meet

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

clozematchingquiz