The SSAT Upper Level Test

The SSAT Upper Level Test

1. Verbal Reasoning

   • Questions: 60 (30 synonyms and 30 analogies) 30 minutes
   • Tip: Study both word definitions and word roots to expand your vocabulary as much as possible!
   • Tests the strength of your vocabulary and ability to relate ideas in a logical way

2. Quantitative Reasoning

   • Questions: 50 total Two 30 min sections (25 questions each)
   • Number Concepts and Operations
     • review rational functions!
   • Algebra
   • Geometry and Measurement
   • Data Analysis and Probability
   • Tips: if you get stuck on a math question, skip it and come back at the end! And Don't forget to read the word problems carefully (wording can be tricky)!

3. Reading Comprehension

   • Questions: 40 in 40 minutes
   • Topics: Literary Fiction Humanities Science Social Studies
   • Tip: Skim the questions before reading each passage so you know what to look for!
   • Tests your ability to recognize main ideas, locate details, make inferences, and determine author's tone, and evaluate arguments

4. Writing Sample

   • Choose between two prompts: Creative Writing or Essay
   • Tips: Write an outline before you begin writing and use at least 2 personal, literary, or current event examples to support your opinion!
   • Writing sample is not scored, but it will be forwarded to schools that you have applied to!
   • 25 Minutes, First section in test

5. Every section (excluding writing sample) is scored between 500 and 800 points