HSPT PRACTICE EXAMINATION 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED
A+
◍ ARITHMETIC.
Answer: Basic mathematical operations including addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division.
◍ DIVISIBILITY.
Answer: Rules and concepts related to determining if one number is
divisible by another.
◍ MULTIPLICATION.
Answer: The mathematical operation of combining equal groups.
◍ HSPT.
Answer: High School Placement Test, a common Catholic high school
entrance exam.
◍ Verbal Skills.
Answer: Focuses on synonyms, antonyms, and analogies.
◍ Quantitative Skills.
Answer: Includes arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and word problems.
◍ ADDITION.
Answer: The mathematical operation of combining quantities to find a total.
◍ SUBTRACTION.
Answer: The mathematical operation of finding the difference between
quantities.
◍ EVENS AND ODDS.
Answer: Classification of integers into even and odd numbers.
,◍ Reading Comprehension.
Answer: Involves understanding comprehension, inference, and vocabulary.
◍ PRIME NUMBERS.
Answer: Natural numbers greater than 1 that have no positive divisors other
than 1 and themselves.
◍ Language.
Answer: Covers grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation.
◍ Mathematics.
Answer: Focuses on number operations, algebra, and geometry.
◍ Optional Essay.
Answer: A writing task that may involve a persuasive or narrative essay.
◍ PERCENTS.
Answer: A way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100.
◍ SQUARE OF A NUMBER.
Answer: The result of multiplying a number by itself.
◍ Weekly 8-Week Prep Plan.
Answer: A structured schedule for preparing for the HSPT over eight weeks.
◍ Practice Questions.
Answer: Sample questions and tips for each section of the HSPT.
◍ Example Synonym.
Answer: Choose the word closest in meaning to 'benevolent': a) kind, b)
cruel, c) lazy, d) strict.
◍ EXPONENTS.
Answer: A mathematical notation indicating the number of times a number
is multiplied by itself.
◍ ROOTS.
Answer: The inverse operation of exponentiation, finding a number that
produces a given number when raised to a power.
,◍ AVERAGES.
Answer: A measure of central tendency, calculated by dividing the sum of
values by the number of values.
◍ VERBAL TEST.
Answer: Section of the HSPT that assesses verbal reasoning and
comprehension skills.
◍ Characteristic.
Answer: A distinguishing feature or quality of a person or thing.
◍ Example Word Problem.
Answer: If 3 pencils cost $1.50, how much do 7 pencils cost? Solution: Price
per pencil = $1.50 ÷ 3 = $0.50; Cost of 7 pencils = 7 × $0.50 = $3.50.
◍ Source.
Answer: The origin or starting point of information or material.
◍ Main Idea Question.
Answer: Read the passage below and answer: What is the main idea of the
passage?
◍ Location.
Answer: A particular place or position.
◍ Sequential.
Answer: Arranged in a sequence or order.
◍ Punctuation Example.
Answer: Identify the correctly punctuated sentence: a) She went to the store
but forgot her wallet. b) She went to the store, but forgot her wallet. c) She
went, to the store but forgot her wallet. d) She went to the store but, forgot
her wallet.
◍ Essay Structure.
Answer: Introduction, 2-3 body paragraphs, conclusion.
◍ Reciprocal.
, Answer: In mathematics, the reciprocal of a number is 1 divided by that
number.
◍ Essay Writing Tips.
Answer: Practice brainstorming and outlining before writing.
◍ Progress Tracker Template.
Answer: A weekly template to track progress on HSPT preparation.
◍ Parent Teaching Notes.
Answer: Explain that HSPT verbal focuses on word relationships and
introduce essay writing.
◍ Cause/Effect.
Answer: A relationship where one event (the cause) leads to the occurrence
of another event (the effect).
◍ Creator/Creation.
Answer: The relationship between an originator and what has been produced
or made.
◍ Daily Lessons.
Answer: Structured lessons for each day of the week focusing on specific
skills.
◍ Provider/Provision.
Answer: The relationship between a supplier and what is supplied.
◍ Object/Function.
Answer: A concept that refers to the purpose or role of an object in a given
context.
◍ Verbal Skills Focus.
Answer: Week 1 focuses on synonyms and antonyms.
◍ Quantitative Skills Focus.
Answer: Week 1 focuses on basic arithmetic.
◍ User/Tool.
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED
A+
◍ ARITHMETIC.
Answer: Basic mathematical operations including addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division.
◍ DIVISIBILITY.
Answer: Rules and concepts related to determining if one number is
divisible by another.
◍ MULTIPLICATION.
Answer: The mathematical operation of combining equal groups.
◍ HSPT.
Answer: High School Placement Test, a common Catholic high school
entrance exam.
◍ Verbal Skills.
Answer: Focuses on synonyms, antonyms, and analogies.
◍ Quantitative Skills.
Answer: Includes arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and word problems.
◍ ADDITION.
Answer: The mathematical operation of combining quantities to find a total.
◍ SUBTRACTION.
Answer: The mathematical operation of finding the difference between
quantities.
◍ EVENS AND ODDS.
Answer: Classification of integers into even and odd numbers.
,◍ Reading Comprehension.
Answer: Involves understanding comprehension, inference, and vocabulary.
◍ PRIME NUMBERS.
Answer: Natural numbers greater than 1 that have no positive divisors other
than 1 and themselves.
◍ Language.
Answer: Covers grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation.
◍ Mathematics.
Answer: Focuses on number operations, algebra, and geometry.
◍ Optional Essay.
Answer: A writing task that may involve a persuasive or narrative essay.
◍ PERCENTS.
Answer: A way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100.
◍ SQUARE OF A NUMBER.
Answer: The result of multiplying a number by itself.
◍ Weekly 8-Week Prep Plan.
Answer: A structured schedule for preparing for the HSPT over eight weeks.
◍ Practice Questions.
Answer: Sample questions and tips for each section of the HSPT.
◍ Example Synonym.
Answer: Choose the word closest in meaning to 'benevolent': a) kind, b)
cruel, c) lazy, d) strict.
◍ EXPONENTS.
Answer: A mathematical notation indicating the number of times a number
is multiplied by itself.
◍ ROOTS.
Answer: The inverse operation of exponentiation, finding a number that
produces a given number when raised to a power.
,◍ AVERAGES.
Answer: A measure of central tendency, calculated by dividing the sum of
values by the number of values.
◍ VERBAL TEST.
Answer: Section of the HSPT that assesses verbal reasoning and
comprehension skills.
◍ Characteristic.
Answer: A distinguishing feature or quality of a person or thing.
◍ Example Word Problem.
Answer: If 3 pencils cost $1.50, how much do 7 pencils cost? Solution: Price
per pencil = $1.50 ÷ 3 = $0.50; Cost of 7 pencils = 7 × $0.50 = $3.50.
◍ Source.
Answer: The origin or starting point of information or material.
◍ Main Idea Question.
Answer: Read the passage below and answer: What is the main idea of the
passage?
◍ Location.
Answer: A particular place or position.
◍ Sequential.
Answer: Arranged in a sequence or order.
◍ Punctuation Example.
Answer: Identify the correctly punctuated sentence: a) She went to the store
but forgot her wallet. b) She went to the store, but forgot her wallet. c) She
went, to the store but forgot her wallet. d) She went to the store but, forgot
her wallet.
◍ Essay Structure.
Answer: Introduction, 2-3 body paragraphs, conclusion.
◍ Reciprocal.
, Answer: In mathematics, the reciprocal of a number is 1 divided by that
number.
◍ Essay Writing Tips.
Answer: Practice brainstorming and outlining before writing.
◍ Progress Tracker Template.
Answer: A weekly template to track progress on HSPT preparation.
◍ Parent Teaching Notes.
Answer: Explain that HSPT verbal focuses on word relationships and
introduce essay writing.
◍ Cause/Effect.
Answer: A relationship where one event (the cause) leads to the occurrence
of another event (the effect).
◍ Creator/Creation.
Answer: The relationship between an originator and what has been produced
or made.
◍ Daily Lessons.
Answer: Structured lessons for each day of the week focusing on specific
skills.
◍ Provider/Provision.
Answer: The relationship between a supplier and what is supplied.
◍ Object/Function.
Answer: A concept that refers to the purpose or role of an object in a given
context.
◍ Verbal Skills Focus.
Answer: Week 1 focuses on synonyms and antonyms.
◍ Quantitative Skills Focus.
Answer: Week 1 focuses on basic arithmetic.
◍ User/Tool.
