11+ Comprehension, The Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School: Practice Papers & In-Depth Guided Answers

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Are you seeking the perfect exam preparation material for The Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School 11+ entrance exams?

This essential resource includes four bespoke comprehension papers designed to mirror the school's unique exam style. Accompanied by model answers and thorough explanations, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the skills necessary to excel in these critical assessments.

Accolade Press equips students with the tools and strategies required to secure top marks in the competitive environment of The Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School 11+ exams. Accolade Press ensures students have every tool at their disposal to emulate these point-scoring techniques and tactics.
  • Four comprehension papers crafted to reflect the distinctive style of Haberdashers' Aske's Boys School, ensuring thorough preparation for exams in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
  • A diverse range of extracts to ensure a range of skills are tested.
  • Comprehensive model answers provided for every question, frequently accompanied by alternative solutions to illustrate how students can achieve high marks through various approaches.
  • Detailed explanations accompany each model answer, not only clarifying how the responses fulfil examiners' expectations but also guiding students through complex concepts and vocabulary found in the answers.
  • Authored by a skilled tutor with an exceptional history of success in 11+ admissions.

 

Sample Extract:
Paper One
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This extract is from a novel set in modern-day America, during a Renaissance-style fair. The protagonist, Tom, is competing in a jousting competition against a rival, Frederick. The passage is infused with humor and dramatic irony as Tom finds himself out of his depth in the comical event.
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The afternoon sun burned bright against the azure canvas of a cloudless sky, rendering Tom's armor —an obvious hodgepodge of borrowed pieces and discount chainmail— warmer than a hundred brasieres in scorching July. But for the glory of the "Dandylion Knights," he would face the fierce Frederick, mounted atop his valiant steed, Thunderhoof.
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Tom's own mount was a mild-mannered, plodding mare that had been more suited to carry the fair's porter than a would-be jousting champion. A soft snore escaped from Appleblossom's nostrils, the languid creature seemingly more interested in catching a breeze than winning a joust. Tom let out a comical sigh that drew jeers and cheers from the motley assembly.
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The crowd rumbled with anticipation, this unusual showdown a far cry from the chivalrous tournaments of yore. Families gathered around food stands stocked with turkey legs and kettle corn, their laughter creating a mellifluous cacophony akin to a babbling brook.
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With the blast of a trumpet, the duel commenced. Frederick thundered towards Tom with breakneck speed, his lance aimed true. But instead of adopting a battle-ready pose, Tom gripped the reins like a sailor to the mast in a tumultuous tempest. Firmly anchored to his ambivalent mare, he lumbered forward, propelled more by gravity than by valiance.
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Frederick's lance glinted in the sunlight as it sought its target. Upon impact, his well-aimed shaft reduced Tom's makeshift shield to a smattering of splinters. Rather than unseating him, however, the sheer force of the blow appeared to have gently guided Tom off Appleblossom's back, as though he had alighted upon a cushioned settee.
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The audience erupted in raucous laughter, as the detritus of Tom's armor scattered about in a slapstick symphony. Amidst his embarrassment, Tom reveled in the uproarious laughter of the crowd. They had come for spectacle and merriment, and he had unwittingly supplied both in abundance. 
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Extract from "Jape of the Joust" by Reginald Quill 
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Questions
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1. What colour is the sky in this extract? [2]
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2. Explain the meaning of the following words in the context of the text.[12]
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a) Hodgepodge (paragraph 1)
b) Languid (paragraph 2)
c) Motley (paragraph 2)
d) Mellifluous (paragraph 3)
e) Tempest (paragraph 6)
f) Detritus (paragraph 7)
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3. Identify the simile used in paragraph 3. [2]
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4. Explain the effect of the simile used in paragraph 3. [2]
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5. Why does Tom compete in the jousting competition against Frederick?Use your own words and include evidence from the text. [4]
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6. The phrase "a slapstick symphony" in paragraph 6 is an example of what literary technique? [2]
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7. Re-read paragraphs 4 and 5 ('With the blast... a cushioned settee'). Explain how the writer creates humour in this passage. Support your answer with evidence from these paragraphs. [6]
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8. What is the name of Frederick's horse? [3]
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9. Look again at paragraphs 1 and 2 ('The afternoon sun... jeers and cheers from the motley assembly'). How does the writer establish a comical tone at the beginning of the extract? [7]
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10. Discuss Tom's character in the extract. Write in as much detail as you can and include evidence from the text to support your points. [10]

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Model Answers:

1. What colour is the sky in this extract? [2]
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The sky is described as having an "azure canvas," which denotes a blue color.
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2. Explain the meaning of the following words in the context of the text.[12]
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a) Hodgepodge (paragraph 1)
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Hodgepodge in this context means a mixture or assortment of various different elements.
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b) Languid (paragraph 2)
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Languid here refers to a state of being slow, relaxed, and seemingly uninterested or unwilling to engage in much energy or effort.
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c) Motley (paragraph 2)
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Motley in this context describes a diverse and mixed group of people, all coming from different backgrounds and having different appearances.
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d) Mellifluous (paragraph 3)
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Mellifluous means a pleasant and sweet sound, typically referring to voices or music.
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e) Tempest (paragraph 6)
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Tempest, in this case, refers to a violent and tumultuous storm, used metaphorically to describe the intensity of the jousting scene.
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f) Detritus (paragraph 7)
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Detritus means waste, debris, or rubbish. Here it refers to the scattered remains of Tom's armour.
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3. Identify the simile used in paragraph 3. [2]
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The simile used in paragraph 3 is "their laughter creating a mellifluous cacophony akin to a babbling brook."
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4. Explain the effect of the simile used in paragraph 3. [2]
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The simile compares the laughter of families gathered around food stands to the sweet, melodic sound of a babbling brook. This imagery adds an auditory element to the scene, conveying a sense of warmth, tranquility, and joy to the reader. The simile juxtaposes the lighthearted, festive atmosphere with the potentially dangerous jousting event, amplifying the humor of the entire passage.

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