Likely Topics Covered in GL Verbal Reasoning

Word and Letter Patterns

  • Identifying sequences or patterns in letters or words.

  • Rearranging jumbled letters to form words.

  1. Synonyms and Antonyms

    • Finding words with similar or opposite meanings.

  2. Analogies

    • Completing word pair relationships (e.g., dog : puppy :: cat : kitten).

  3. Word Families

    • Grouping words with common prefixes, suffixes, or roots.

  4. Codes and Ciphers

    • Solving problems based on coded messages or letter substitutions.

  5. Odd One Out

    • Identifying the word that does not fit in a group based on meaning or spelling.

  6. Compound Words

    • Forming or identifying compound words (e.g., "sunflower").

  7. Missing Letters

    • Filling in blanks to complete a word or pattern.

  8. Anagrams

    • Rearranging letters to form new words.

  9. Logic and Deduction

    • Solving verbal puzzles using logical reasoning.

  10. Spelling and Grammar

    • Identifying errors or completing sentences with correct usage.

  11. Number-Based Verbal Reasoning

    • Problems that combine letters and numbers, such as letter-number sequences.

  12. Word Definitions

    • Understanding and matching definitions to words.

  13. Sentence Completion

    • Filling in missing words to complete sentences logically.

  14. Relationships Between Words

    • Identifying synonyms, antonyms, or relationships between given words.

Tips for Preparation

  1. Expand Vocabulary: Regularly read and learn new words to strengthen comprehension skills.

  2. Practice Timed Tests: Complete practice papers to improve speed and accuracy.

  3. Use Online Resources: Websites, apps, and verbal reasoning books offer sample questions and explanations.

  4. Work on Weak Areas: Focus on challenging topics to build confidence.

  5. Develop Logical Thinking: Engage in puzzles, crosswords, and games that encourage logical reasoning.