CogAT Practice Test 1st Grade

Question 1

Take a look at the top shapes. They are similar in various ways, so they should be grouped together. Select a form from the bottom row that corresponds to the figures on top.

Accepted Answer

The first image on bottom of the bubble

Answer

This question tests visual reasoning by requiring the identification of a common characteristic or pattern among the top shapes. The correct answer from the bottom row shares this specific visual attribute, which could involve elements like the number of sides, internal design, orientation, or symmetry. By identifying the underlying rule, the matching figure is selected.

Question 2

Take a look at the top shapes. They are similar in various ways, so they should be grouped together. Select a form from the bottom row that corresponds to the figures on top.

Accepted Answer

The first image on bottom of the bubble

Answer

The chosen figure from the bottom row correctly extends the pattern or shared attribute established by the top group of shapes. This type of question requires identifying the underlying rule, such as geometric properties, shading, or internal elements, that links the given figures together. The correct answer is the one that consistently follows this identified rule.

Question 3

Take a look at the images at the top of the page. They show how to fold a piece of paper. The folded piece of paper is then punched with one or more holes. Could you please indicate to the answer that depicts how the square piece of paper will appear when unfolded?

Accepted Answer

The fourth image on bottom of the bubble

Answer

This question assesses spatial reasoning by requiring you to mentally unfold a piece of paper that has been folded and punched. Each fold creates a mirror image of the punch when unfolded, reflecting the hole across the fold line. The correct answer accurately depicts the symmetrical pattern of holes that would result from reversing all the folds.

Question 4

Take a look at the images at the top of the page. They show how to fold a piece of paper. The folded piece of paper is then punched with one or more holes. Could you please indicate to the answer that depicts how the square piece of paper will appear when unfolded?

Accepted Answer

The third image on bottom of the bubble

Answer

To solve this, one must visualize the unfolding process step-by-step, understanding that each fold acts as a line of symmetry for the punched holes. The correct answer shows the precise placement and number of holes that would appear on the fully unfolded paper, based on the initial folds and punch locations. This tests spatial visualization and symmetry.

Question 5

Take a look at the top two images. In some manner, they are linked. Now look at the form in the bottom left box and figure out which answer corresponds with it to produce the same shape relationship as the top two boxes.

Accepted Answer

The first image on bottom of the bubble

Answer

This question requires identifying the specific transformation or relationship between the first two shapes (e.g., rotation, reflection, addition/subtraction of elements, change in shading). Once that rule is established, it must be applied to the third shape to find the corresponding fourth shape. The correct answer is the one that maintains this exact visual relationship, demonstrating analogical reasoning.