11+ Exam Explained | GL & CEM Format, Sections & Question Types

Complete overview of the 11 plus exam: what sections it contains, how GL Assessment and CEM formats differ, what question types appear, and how the test is scored.

The 11+ exam tests verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, mathematics, and English comprehension. It is administered by either GL Assessment or CEM (Durham University) depending on the county and school. This guide explains both formats and what to expect on test day.

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