ISEE PRACTICE 3

A. Synonym: INCESSANT

B. Synonym: MUNIFICENT

C. Synonym: ENIGMATIC

D. Synonym: UBIQUITOUS

E. Synonym: DEFERENCE

F. Synonym: SPURIOUS

G. Synonym: LACONIC

H. Synonym: MAGNANIMOUS

I. Synonym: SCRUPULOUS

J. Synonym: ABATE

K. Synonym: DUBIOUS

L. Synonym: FASTIDIOUS

M. Synonym: INIMICAL

N. Synonym: PROLIFIC

O. Synonym: OBSCURE

P. Synonym: IMPARTIAL

Q. Synonym: VEX

R. Although the plan seemed straightforward, its execution proved unexpectedly ______, requiring careful adjustment at every step.

S. The witness gave a ______ account of the event, leaving out key details that might have clarified the situation.

T. Despite his confident appearance, his ______ remarks revealed a lack of preparation.

U. The professor’s lecture was so ______ that students struggled to stay focused throughout.

V. The town remained ______ for years after the factory closed, with little economic activity.

W. Rather than offering support, his comments were unexpectedly ______, discouraging further discussion.

X. The scientist’s theory was initially dismissed as ______, but later evidence proved it valid.

Y. Her ______ nature made her well-suited for leadership roles in times of crisis.

Z. The novel’s plot was so ______ that readers could not predict its outcome.

AA. Although the instructions were clear, his actions were completely ______, leading to confusion.

AB. The manager’s ______ approach ensured that every detail was carefully reviewed before approval.

AC. His explanation was so ______ that it failed to answer the main question.

AD. The athlete’s recovery was ______, allowing him to return to competition sooner than expected.

AE. The child was ______ by the complex puzzle and eventually gave up trying to solve it.

AF. The author’s writing style is both ______ and engaging, making complex ideas easy to understand.

AG. The committee decided to ______ the proposal until more information was available.

AH. Although the decision was risky, it ultimately proved to be ______ for the company’s growth.

AI. A number is 4 more than 3 times 6. What is the number?

AJ. Ben has 5 times as many coins as Alex. Alex has 6 coins. Ben gives away 10 coins. How many does Ben have now?

AK. A movie starts at 2:25 PM and lasts 1 hour 50 minutes. When does it end?

AL. A rectangle has a perimeter of 26 units. Its length is 8 units. What is its width?

AM. Mia buys 3 shirts for $8 each and 2 hats for $5 each. How much does she spend?

AN. A class has 31 students. If each table seats 5 students, how many tables are needed?

AO. A pattern goes: 7, 10, 13, 16, ___. What comes next?

AP. Noah had 60 pages to read. He read 22 pages on Monday and 18 on Tuesday. How many pages remain?

AQ. A box has 6 red, 8 blue, and 5 green balls. How many balls are not red?

AR. A number is divided by 5 and the result is 8. What is the number?

AS. Lily is 3 years older than Tom. Their ages add up to 21. How old is Lily?

AT. A shop has 80 oranges. It sells 25 in the morning and 15 in the afternoon. How many are left?

AU. A rope is 72 inches long. It is cut into 8 equal pieces. How long is each piece?

AV. A team scores 10, 14, and 16 points in three games. What is the average?

AW. A shelf has 9 rows with 11 books each. If 10 books are removed, how many remain?

AX. A number is doubled and then 3 is added to get 27. What is the number?

AY. A bus has 50 passengers. 12 get off and 5 get on. Then 10 get off. How many remain?

AZ. Emma has $48. She spends one-third on shoes. How much does she have left?

BA. A garden has 6 rows of 7 plants. 8 more plants are added. How many plants now?

BB. A clock shows 4:20. How many minutes until 5:00?

BC. A bag has 50 candies. Half are gummy. Of those, 10 are sour. How many gummy candies are not sour?

BD. Ethan has 5 boxes with equal pencils. Total pencils = 55. How many per box?

BE. A number is 6 more than half of 20. What is the number?

BF. Ava walks 4 miles for 4 days and 3 miles on the fifth day. Total distance?

BG. A bakery made 120 muffins. It sold 40 in the morning and 35 later. How many are left?

BH. A pen costs $3. A book costs twice as much. What is the cost of 3 books?

BI. A pattern goes: 2, 6, 18, 54, ___. What comes next?

BJ. There are 6 teams of 7 players. If 5 players leave, how many remain?

BK. A toy costs $25. It is $9 more than a book. What is the price of the book?

BL. A family buys 4 pizzas. Each has 6 slices. They eat 19 slices. How many remain?

BM. A student answers 30 questions. She gets 7 wrong. How many correct?

BN. A tank has 90 liters. It loses 15 liters each hour for 3 hours. How much remains?

BO. There are 28 chairs. More are added to make 52. Chairs come in groups of 6. How many groups added?

BP. A number is multiplied by 4 and then 8 is added to get 40. What is the number?

BQ. There are 5 baskets. Each basket has 6 apples. If 8 apples are eaten, how many apples are left?

BR. A number plus 7 equals 19. What is the number?

BS. A train leaves at 2:00 PM and travels for 3 hours. What time does it arrive?

BT. A store sells notebooks in packs of 4. Sara buys some packs and ends up with 28 notebooks. She gives 6 notebooks to her friend. Then she shares the remaining notebooks equally among 2 people. How many notebooks does each person get?

BU. Passage 1: At Greenfield Academy, the annual science fair was one of the most anticipated events of the year. Students spent weeks preparing experiments, building models, and practicing their presentations. Posters filled the hallways, each one promising something exciting. Among the participants was Sofia, who had chosen to study how plants grow under different conditions. At first, Sofia felt confident. She planted seeds in three small pots and placed them in different locations—one near sunlight, one in partial shade, and one in a dark corner of her room. Each day, she carefully watered them and recorded their growth. However, after a week, something unexpected happened. The plant in the dark corner began to grow taller than the others, though its leaves looked pale and weak. Confused, Sofia wondered if she had made a mistake. She reviewed her notes, checked the amount of water she had used, and compared the conditions again. Instead of starting over, she decided to include this surprising result in her project. She researched further and learned that plants sometimes grow taller in darkness as they stretch toward light, even if they are not healthy. On the day of the science fair, Sofia explained her findings honestly. While some projects looked more colorful or complex, judges were impressed by her careful observations and willingness to learn from unexpected results. Sofia didn’t win first place, but she gained something just as valuable—a deeper understanding of how curiosity and honesty can lead to real discovery.

Question: What was Sofia’s science fair project about?

BV. [Refer to Passage 1]

Question: What unexpected result did Sofia observe?

BW. [Refer to Passage 1]

Question: How did Sofia respond to the surprising result?

BX. [Refer to Passage 1]

Question: Why were the judges impressed with Sofia’s project?

BY. [Refer to Passage 1]

Question: What lesson did Sofia learn?

BZ. Passage 2: At Silver Lake Camp, the campers had been looking forward to their outdoor hike all week. The plan was to explore the nearby trail, observe wildlife, and have lunch by the lake. Among the group was Zara, who had packed her bag the night before and could hardly wait for the adventure. However, on the morning of the hike, dark clouds filled the sky, and heavy rain began to fall. The camp counselors quickly realized that the hike would have to be canceled. Many campers felt disappointed and restless, unsure of what they would do instead. The excitement of the planned trip seemed to disappear in an instant. Rather than letting the day go to waste, Zara suggested creating an indoor “nature day.” She proposed that each camper share something about a plant or animal they liked, using drawings, stories, or facts. The counselors agreed, and soon the room was filled with activity. Some campers sketched trees and birds, while others talked about animals they had seen before. By the end of the day, the campers realized they had still learned and enjoyed themselves, even without the hike. Zara’s idea had turned a disappointing situation into a meaningful experience. The rainy day reminded everyone that plans may change, but creativity can always lead to something new.

Question: What was the campers’ original plan?

CA. [Refer to Passage 2]

Question: Why was the hike canceled?

CB. [Refer to Passage 2]

Question: How did the campers feel when the hike was canceled?

CC. [Refer to Passage 2]

Question: What idea did Zara suggest?

CD. [Refer to Passage 2]

Question: What is the main lesson of the passage?

CE. Passage 3: In the kitchen of Grandma Rosa’s House, a small wooden box sat on the highest shelf. Inside it were old recipe cards, each one written by hand and slightly faded with time. Amir had seen the box many times but had never paid much attention to it—until one afternoon when his grandmother mentioned that one of the recipes had not been used in years. Curious, Amir asked about it. His grandmother explained that the recipe was for a special bread she used to make when the family gathered for celebrations. Over time, as life became busier, the recipe was forgotten. Amir decided he wanted to try making it again, even though he had never baked anything on his own before. They carefully opened the box and found the recipe card. Some of the words were hard to read, and a few steps were unclear. Still, Amir followed the instructions as best as he could, measuring ingredients, mixing the dough, and waiting patiently as it baked. The kitchen slowly filled with a warm, comforting smell. When the bread was finally ready, Amir and his grandmother shared a slice. It wasn’t perfect—the shape was uneven, and the crust was slightly too dark—but it tasted just right. His grandmother smiled, remembering past celebrations, and Amir realized that the recipe was more than just food. It was a way of keeping memories alive and bringing people together again.

Question: What was inside the wooden box?

CF. [Refer to Passage 3]

Question: Why had the special bread recipe not been used for years?

CG. [Refer to Passage 3]

Question: What challenge did Amir face while making the bread?

CH. [Refer to Passage 3]

Question: How did the bread turn out?

CI. [Refer to Passage 3]

Question: What is the main idea of the passage?

CJ. Passage 4: In the corner of Eastwood Classroom 5B, a large map hung on the wall. Unlike most maps, this one had no labels—no country names, no city markers, not even lines showing borders. It was simply a spread of shapes and colors. Most students ignored it, assuming it had been left unfinished by mistake. One day, Hannah noticed the map while waiting for class to begin. She stepped closer and tried to guess what each shape might represent. Without names to guide her, she began focusing on the details—the curves of coastlines, the size of land areas, and the way colors grouped together. It felt more like solving a puzzle than studying geography. Later, the teacher, Mr. Reed, explained that the map was designed to help students think differently. Instead of memorizing names, they were encouraged to observe patterns and make connections on their own. At first, some students found this frustrating, but others, like Hannah, began to enjoy the challenge. Over time, the class started to use the map regularly. Students compared their ideas, discussed their guesses, and gradually built a deeper understanding of how the world was organized. Hannah realized that sometimes, not having all the answers right away could lead to better questions—and better learning.

Question: What was unusual about the map in the classroom?

CK. [Refer to Passage 4]

Question: Why did most students ignore the map at first?

CL. [Refer to Passage 4]

Question: What did Hannah do when she looked at the map?

CM. [Refer to Passage 4]

Question: Why did Mr. Reed use a map without labels?

CN. [Refer to Passage 4]

Question: What lesson did Hannah learn?

CO. Passage 5: Every morning, the yellow bus from Cedar Valley Route 12 followed the same path through quiet streets and busy corners before reaching the school. Most students spent the ride talking with friends, listening to music, or staring out the window. It was a routine that rarely changed. One day, Mina found herself sitting next to a new student named Omar. At first, neither of them spoke. Mina noticed that Omar kept looking outside, watching the passing buildings and people. After a few minutes, she asked him if he had just moved to the area. He nodded and explained that everything still felt unfamiliar. As the bus continued along its route, Mina pointed out different places—the park where students played after school, the small store near the corner, and the library where many children went to study. Omar listened carefully, asking questions and occasionally smiling. What had started as an awkward silence slowly turned into an easy conversation. By the time the bus reached the school, Omar seemed more relaxed. He thanked Mina for explaining things and said the town didn’t feel as confusing anymore. Mina realized that a simple conversation had made a difference. Sometimes, small moments—like a bus ride—can help someone feel a little more at home.

Question: What is described about the bus ride at the beginning of the passage?

CP. [Refer to Passage 5]

Question: Why did Mina start talking to Omar?

CQ. [Refer to Passage 5]

Question: What did Mina do during the bus ride?

CR. [Refer to Passage 5]

Question: How did Omar feel by the end of the ride?

CS. [Refer to Passage 5]

Question: What is the main idea of the passage?

CT. A warehouse packed 648 items into boxes of 12. If 18 boxes were shipped, how many items remain?

CU. A number is multiplied by 5 and then 15 is added to get 65. What is the number?

CV. A rectangle has length 21 cm and width 9 cm. What is its perimeter?

CW. A person buys 8 pens at Rs 35 each and 4 notebooks at Rs 120 each. Total cost?

CX. There are 10 rows of 27 chairs. If 54 chairs are removed, how many remain?

CY. A number plus 38 equals 81. What is the number?

CZ. A square has side length 17 cm. What is its area?

DA. A bus travels 420 km in 7 hours. How far will it travel in 4 hours?

DB. Each item has a Rs 32 discount. For 9 items, what is the total discount?

DC. Triangle angles: 58°, 62°, x. Find x.

DD. A number ÷ 6 + 4 = 14. What is the number?

DE. A 240 m rope is cut into pieces of 8 m each. How many pieces are there?

DF. A rectangular garden is 18 m long and 15 m wide. What is its area?

DG. Hamza had Rs 820. He spent Rs 275 and Rs 145. How much remains?

DH. A number × 7 − 21 = 56. What is the number?

DI. A shop sells 6 boxes of 24 chocolates. If 48 chocolates are eaten, how many remain?

DJ. A number doubled plus 20 equals 60. What is the number?

DK. A rectangle has perimeter 68 cm and length 18 cm. What is the width?

DL. 5 jackets cost Rs 550 each and 3 shoes cost Rs 650 each. Total cost?

DM. 9 classes have 32 students each. If 96 students are absent, how many are present?

DN. A number minus 42 equals 58. What is the number?

DO. A square has perimeter 84 cm. What is the side length?

DP. A train travels 420 km in 7 hours. How far in 3 hours?

DQ. Each item has a Rs 24 discount. For 15 items, what is the total discount?

DR. Triangle angles: 66°, 54°, x. Find x.

DS. A number ÷ 3 + 8 = 20. What is the number?

DT. A rope 420 m long is cut into 14 m pieces. How many pieces are there?

DU. A field is 21 m by 16 m. What is its area?

DV. Zain had Rs 1000. He spent Rs 375 and Rs 325. How much remains?

DW. A number × 9 − 27 = 54. What is the number?