Realistic Practice Questions to Help Your Child Prepare for the CCAT and Increase Their Chances of Scoring High
Help your child prepare for the 2026 CCAT Grade 5 Test (Level 11) with clear and focused practice.
This page includes a free practice test with a printable PDF, guidance on what students will see on the assessment, and an in-depth practice option.
The CCAT is often used for gifted program screening, so preparation can help your child understand the question types, practice the main skill areas, and build confidence before test day.
Here’s what you’ll find below:
Try the following practice questions, which are taken from the complete practice package and highly resemble the actual test question types.
The CCAT Grade 5 sample questions are also available in PDF format, allowing you to download and print them for offline use.
In each row and/or column, the pictures change in the same way or follow the same rule.
Choose the answer that goes in the empty box in the matrix following the same rule.
The correct answer is C.
The shape on the right side is obtained using the following rules:
• The symbols in the middle of the side of the shape get mirrored on the opposite side.
• The symbols at the corners are duplicated in the diagonal corner.
Image C is the only figure that matches the pattern, therefore, it is the correct answer.
Figure Classification questions show three pictures that share a connection or a characteristic. Choose the answer that shares the same connection/characteristic from the answer choices.
The correct answer is D.
All three figures in this question contain a bigger outer shape with a smaller shape inside.
The number of sides of the outer shape is always equal to the number of sides of the inner shape.
Only option D meets the given criteria. Thus, this is the correct answer.
This question shows a paper folded several times and then punched with holes. The answer choices contain unfolded papers with punched-in holes. You need to determine which of the answer choices is the final product of the unfolded punched-in paper.
The correct answer is 2.
Every question in our practice packages is carefully developed to help your child feel ready and confident on test day.
1. Built from Official Test Materials – We begin by studying official CCAT sample questions and available test materials to understand exactly how each question type works.
2. Designed to Match the Real Test – Every question is created to reflect the same format, style, and level of challenge students can expect on the actual assessment.
3. Written by Test Preparation Experts – Our team develops original questions that follow the same thinking skills measured by the test, with clear explanations that help children understand their mistakes and improve.
4. Independently Reviewed – Each question is checked by a second education or assessment specialist to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency before it's published.
5. Updated Over Time – We regularly improve our materials using feedback from families and students, making the practice experience even better with each update.
By the time your child finishes practicing, they'll know what to expect and feel much more prepared for test day.
This question type provides two pairs of numbers with a certain mathematical connection and another number that shares that connection with one of the answer choices. Find the missing number for the third pair.
[12→ 6] [21 → 9] [45 → ?]
The correct answer is 17.
Look for the pattern in the first series of numbers. We get from 12 to 6 by dividing by 3 and then adding 2 [÷3 + 2]. Indeed, 12 ÷ 3 = 4 + 2 = 6.
Likewise, we get from 21 to 9 by dividing by 3 and then adding 2 [÷3 + 2]. Indeed, 21 ÷ 3 = 7 + 2 = 9.
The next series of numbers should follow the same pattern, meaning that the rule between 45 and ? should be [÷3 + 2] as well: 45 ÷ 3 = 5 + 2 = 17, meaning that the correct answer will be 17.
This question type provides a series of numbers that have a rule. Use the rule to determine which number will come next in the series.
2 12 6 36 18 108 54 ?
Correct Answer: 324
In the series, the number is obtained by multiplying the previous number by 6 and dividing the previous number by 2 alternatively.
The sequence is 2*6=12, 12/2=6, 6*6=36, 36/2=18, 18*6=108, 108/2=54 and 54*6=324.
In each question, you are given a set of equations. Solve the equations to determine the number that goes in place of the question mark.
? = 50 – ◆
◆ = 2 × ○
○ = 5 × 3
Correct Answer: 20
Step 1: Solve for ○ using the third equation.
○ = 5 × 3
○ = 15
Step 2: Substitute the value of ○ into the second equation.
◆ = 2 × 15
◆ = 30
Step 3: Substitute the value of ◆ into the first equation.
? = 50 – 30
? = 20
Therefore, the correct answer is 20.
If your child finds some of the CCAT question types challenging, don’t worry. Many kids experience the same at this stage, when they’re just starting.
Encourage your child with small daily practices – they’ll build confidence as they improve.
Every bit of practice counts, and with time, your child will build stronger skills.
Looking for ways to support and improve your child’s abilities? Get our practice package with hundreds of CCAT practice questions designed to sharpen their skills and improve their test performance.
This question provides a pair of words that go together in a certain way and a third word. Choose a word from the answer choices that goes together with the third word in the same way.
prevent → before : solution →
The correct answer is “after.”
One takes steps to prevent something before it happens. One has to choose or plan a solution after something has happened.
In this case, the first word (an abstract noun) is paired with an appropriate time period (the second word).
Choose the word or words from the answer choices that best complete the sentence.
Penguins are well _____ for surviving in cold climates, as shown by their _____ bodies and dense layers of feathers.
Correct Answer: adapted .. streamlined
“Well adapted” means having features that help an animal survive in its environment.
Penguins have streamlined (smooth, tapered) bodies that let them glide through water and conserve heat, and they have dense feathers for insulation.
The other choices don’t fit the meaning:
“unprotected” contradicts dense feathers; “awkward” is the opposite of streamlined; “fragile..powerful” conflicts; and “swift..heavy” don’t explain survival in cold climates.
This question type provides three words that are alike in some way. Decide how they are alike, and choose the word that belongs in the same group as the first three words.
biology | zoology | psychology
Correct Answer: botany
Biology, zoology, and psychology are scientific fields that study living things or their behavior. Among the choices, botany is also a science (the study of plants).
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We offer two package options: Core and Plus. Compare what is included in each package below.
| What You’ll Get | Core | Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Full-length CCAT simulations | 1 full-length simulation | 2 full-length simulations |
| Detailed explanations | Included for every question | Included for every question |
| Practice drills | 9 drills (1 per section) | 18 drills (2 per section) |
| Challenge quizzes | 9 quizzes | 9 quizzes |
| Short Video Lessons | 50 lessons | 50 lessons |
| Total practice questions | 450+ questions | 750+ questions |
| Access Duration | 3 months | 6 months |
| Best for | Focused preparation in less time | More in-depth and extended preparation |
How the Practice Supports Effective Preparation
Help your child score higher on the CCAT with practice that mirrors the real test and drills that build confidence step by step.
Realistic CCAT Grade 5 Mock Exams
Get full-length practice simulations of the Grade 5 CCAT. Your child learns the format, practices pacing, and walks in knowing what to expect.
Targeted Skill Building
Work through focused drills in verbal, quantitative, and nonverbal reasoning. Concentrate on the areas that need the most support to keep performance steady across sections.
50 Short Video Lessons
Each lesson breaks down a selected question step by step, teaching the method so your child can tackle similar problems independently.
Advanced Challenge Set
Stretch their thinking with 130+ higher-level questions (in 9 quizzes) that sharpen reasoning and give your child an extra edge.
Clear, Kid-Friendly Solutions
Every question includes an easy-to-follow explanation, so mistakes turn into learning.
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Experienced teachers and prep experts designed the materials to align with test expectations and classroom best practices.
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The Grade 5 CCAT Test helps schools understand a child’s reasoning strengths and identify students who may be a good fit for gifted and talented programs.
The exam includes 176 questions and is designed for children around age 11.
It’s organized into three sections, Verbal, Quantitative, and Nonverbal, and each section features three focused subtests.
Schools may give the assessment in a single sitting or across several days, depending on schedules and student needs.
See the table below for a breakdown of the subtests included in each section.
| No. of Questions | Time Limits | |
|---|---|---|
| Nonverbal Battery | ||
| Figure Matrices | 22 | 10 minutes |
| Figure Classification | 22 | 10 minutes |
| Paper Folding | 16 | 10 minutes |
| Quantitative Battery | ||
| Number Analogies | 18 | 10 minutes |
| Number Series | 18 | 10 minutes |
| Number Puzzles | 16 | 10 minutes |
| Verbal Battery | ||
| Verbal Analogies | 24 | 10 minutes |
| Sentence Completion | 20 | 10 minutes |
| Verbal Classification | 20 | 10 minutes |
| Total | 176 Questions | 90 minutes (not incl. settling time) |
The CCAT Grade 5 practice packages include full-length simulations & practice drills covering these three batteries.
Since 2016, Roman has helped students prepare for aptitude and school assessments through structured, effective practice.
These materials are designed to reflect real test conditions and help your child feel confident and prepared on test day.
✔️ Matches the latest CCAT format and timing
✔️ Covers all key question types your child will face
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Is this aligned with the actual test my child will take?
Our CCAT practice simulations mirror the official CCAT test given across Canada.
How is this practice package different from other CCAT prep out there?
The package includes realistic practice tests with clear, detailed explanations so your child learns from every mistake.
It also comes with 50 short, step-by-step video lessons that walk through selected practice questions, showing exactly how to solve them and understand the reasoning. This is like having a tutor guide your child through problems right at home, something you won’t find on other test prep sites.
On top of that, you get above-level challenge drills to push your child’s thinking beyond the standard test level. Think of it as extra “brain training” to make sure they’re ready for anything.
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Does the price cover everything my child needs?
There’s only a one-time payment that unlocks the entire CCAT test practice package. No hidden fees, no extra charges. Your child gets all the practice materials they need, plus unlimited access for 3 or 6 months (depending on the package).
How can I track my child's progress with the practice package?
You’ll have access to a dashboard in your account, where you can see how your child is doing on the practice tests and quizzes. This helps you figure out which areas they’ve mastered and where they might need extra focus.
How much time should my child spend practicing each day?
We recommend aiming for at least 30 minutes of daily practice, or 4-5 times per week. This gives your child enough time to really engage with the material, without it feeling like a marathon study session.
Can my child access the practice package on multiple devices?
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