Are these official questions?

No. UK Test Hub is independent and not affiliated with any awarding body or exam provider. Our questions are practice-style and designed to reflect the format and difficulty of the real assessment.

Yes — every mock on UK Test Hub is completely free, with no signup required to start.

How many questions are there?

Most of our mocks contain 24 questions, sat against a typical test-day time limit. The exact count and pass mark are shown in the chips above the Practice/Exam buttons.

Yes, as many times as you like. Each retake reshuffles the question order so you don't simply memorise positions.

Back to all mock tests

Civil Service Verbal Reasoning Mock Test 9

Mock test 9 — 24 questions.

24 questions24 minPass: 75%

About this mock

Difficulty: Beginner

Civil Service Verbal Reasoning Mock 9 sets up a short practice round on comparison passages, linking it to two short texts with differences in meaning. The mock uses two short texts with differences in meaning to test accuracy, judgement and steady method. Learners can use comparison passages results to decide whether to repeat the topic or move forward.

Topics included

Detail matching linked to comparison passages
Public information with two short texts with differences in meaning
Tone and purpose in short assessment questions
Procedure interpretation using careful answer comparison
Guidance exceptions for focused revision practice

Common mistakes in this mock

Treating a likely answer as proven when answering comparison passages
Ignoring exceptions in the passage before checking the question wording
Overlooking a qualifier word during timed practice
Missing one word that changes the meaning while comparing close options

Who this mock is for

Built for learners who need practice with evidence-based answers who want a focused check on comparison passages.

How to practise

How to use Practice mode

Practice mode shows the correct answer and an explanation after every question, with no timer. Use it the first time you sit a topic, when you want to learn as you go, or when you're targeting a specific weak area.

How to use Exam mode

Exam mode gives timed practice for revision. Official timings vary by exam provider and skill, so always check the official test format before booking.

Frequently asked questions

Are these official questions?: No. UK Test Hub is independent and not affiliated with any awarding body or exam provider. Our questions are practice-style and designed to reflect the format and difficulty of the real assessment.
Is this mock free?: Yes — every mock on UK Test Hub is completely free, with no signup required to start.
How many questions are there?: Most of our mocks contain 24 questions, sat against a typical test-day time limit. The exact count and pass mark are shown in the chips above the Practice/Exam buttons.
Can I retake it?: Yes, as many times as you like. Each retake reshuffles the question order so you don't simply memorise positions.