11-Plus Verbal Reasoning: Related Words

Understanding Related Words in Verbal Reasoning

In the context of 11-plus Verbal Reasoning, the topic of Related Words focuses on identifying words that share a common relationship. This skill is essential for students preparing for the 11-plus entrance exams, as it enhances their vocabulary and logical reasoning abilities.

Types of Relationships

Students must be able to recognize various types of relationships between words, including:

• Category Membership: Identifying words that belong to the same category. For example, in the category of fruits, the words apple, banana, and orange are all related.
• Function: Recognizing words based on their function. For instance, words like scissors, knife, and saw all serve the purpose of cutting.
• Association: Finding words that are related through association. For example, words like sun, rain, and cloud are all related to the concept of weather.

Identifying Relationships

Students will often encounter questions that require them to find words that share a common relationship with a given word or to identify the relationship linking a group of words. This can be practiced through various exercises and sample questions.

Worked Example

Problem: Which of the following words is related to dog? A) Cat B) Car C) Tree D) House

Solution:

• The word dog belongs to the category of pets. Therefore, the correct answer is A) Cat, as both are common household pets.

Practice Makes Perfect

To excel in this area, students should engage in regular practice through exercises that challenge them to identify relationships between words. This not only prepares them for the 11-plus exams but also enriches their vocabulary and enhances their overall language skills.

For more resources and practice materials, students can visit TRH Learning or explore specific verbal reasoning practice books.