CAT4 Level A-B Year 4 & 5 Practice Test
The CAT4 Level A & CAT4 Level B are designed to assess the reasoning abilities of students in Year 4 and 5. It is a useful tool for identifying strengths that may not be obvious through regular academic assessments. A strong score on the CAT4 can shape future learning opportunities, including access to gifted and talented programs. On this page, we'll guide you through what the test involves, how it's structured, and how to help your child prepare—plus, get access to free practice questions and answers.
FREE CAT4 Level A and CAT4 Level B Practice Tests
What is the CAT4 Level A & B?
The CAT4 Level A is a cognitive ability test designed for students in Year 4 (ages 7.5 to 9) and the CAT4 Level B is for students in Year 5 (ages 8.5–11). Rather than testing knowledge from the school curriculum, the CAT4 measures how a student thinks and processes information, helping schools understand a child's potential and how they learn best. Results are often used to guide classroom placement, identify strengths, and support long-term academic planning. It covers four main sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Spatial Reasoning.
CAT4 Test Level A & B Practice Questions
Practice CAT4 Level A-B Verbal Reasoning - Verbal Classification
dog | cat | rabbit
- bird
- fish
- hamster
- lizard
- turtle
Answer
C
Dog, cat, rabbit, and hamster are all small mammals commonly kept as pets. Other options are not mammals.
Practice CAT4 Level A-B Verbal Reasoning - Verbal Analogies Question
The first pair of words go together in a certain way. Choose the word that goes together with the third word similarly.
teacher : school :: doctor : ?
- uniform
- medicine
- clinic
- office
- illness
Answer
C
A teacher works in a school. Similarly, a doctor works in a clinic.
Practice CAT4 Level A-B Non-Verbal Reasoning Question– Figure Matrices
Answer
E
The second figure changes the first by swapping the dotted and white sections of the circle. The correct answer must do the same to the third figure, which only option E does.
Practice CAT4 Level A-B Quantitative Reasoning - Number Analogies Question
Each question 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.
[50 → 25] [32 → 16] [70 → ?]
- 35
- 40
- 30
- 25
- 28
Answer
A
Each second number is half the first number.
70 ÷ 2 = 35.
Practice CAT4 Level A-B - Spatial Ability: Figure Analysis
Answer
The square paper is first folded diagonally from top right to bottom left, then again from bottom right to top left. Two holes are punched in the middle of the left edge of the folded paper.
Because the holes go through four layers, unfolding reveals 8 holes (2 holes × 4 layers). These holes will appear centered on each edge of the unfolded paper.
Answer B shows the original two holes and six additional ones correctly positioned, making it the correct choice.
Year 4 and Year 5 CAT4 Test Sample Questions
CAT4 Level A & B FAQs
What is the Format of the CAT4 Year 4 & 5?
The CAT4 Level A and B is designed for students in Year 4 and 5. It assesses cognitive ability through multiple-choice questions and is usually delivered digitally, though some schools may use paper versions.
The test is divided into eight short sub-tests, grouped under four main reasoning batteries:
- Verbal Reasoning - Sub-tests: Verbal Classification, Verbal Analogies
- Non-Verbal Reasoning - Sub-tests: Figure Classification, Figure Matrices
- Quantitative Reasoning - Sub-tests: Number Analogies, Number Series
- Spatial Ability - Sub-tests: Figure Analysis, Figure Recognition
The CAT4 does not test learned academic knowledge. Instead, it measures how well a student can think with and process different types of information.
How Long is the CAT4 Test?
The full CAT4 typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to complete. It is divided into three short, timed parts, each covering a group of sub-tests. Each sub-test is timed individually, ranging from 8 to 10 minutes.
| Part | Sub-Test | Number of Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Figure Classification | 24 | 10 minutes |
| Figure Matrices | 24 | 10 minutes | |
| 2 | Verbal Classification | 24 | 8 minutes |
| Verbal Analogies | 24 | 8 minutes | |
| Number Analogies | 18 | 10 minutes | |
| 3 | Number Series | 18 | 8 minutes |
| Figure Analysis | 18 | 9 minutes | |
| Figure Recognition | 18 | 9 minutes | |
| Total | 168 | Up to 120 minutes | |
When is the CAT Test Year 4 and 5 Given?
Most schools administer CAT4 during the autumn or spring term, depending on their academic schedule. Independent and international schools may choose different testing periods. It's typically used early in the year to support decisions about class grouping, intervention, or gifted and talented programs.
Why is it Important to Score High on the CAT4 Test Year 4 and 5?
- Key Academic Decisions - Schools often use CAT4 results to inform student grouping, streaming, and eligibility for gifted and talented programs.
- Non-Curriculum Test - The CAT4 assesses thinking skills, not taught school subjects, so students unfamiliar with the question types may underperform despite high potential.
- Builds Confidence - Practicing boosts familiarity with question formats, timing, and logic patterns, helping reduce test anxiety and improve performance.
- Long-Term Impact - Strong scores can shape a student's academic track in the coming years, influencing enrichment opportunities and support services.
- Early Skill Development - Preparation enhances critical thinking, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning—skills valuable beyond the test itself.
Year 4 CAT4 Test Sample Questions
How Can I Help My Child Prepare for the CAT4 Level B?
Preparation helps your child become familiar with the question types, timing, and reasoning skills tested in CAT4. We recommend using a CAT4 Practice Test, designed specifically for Year 4 and 5 learners. Practicing in advance can reduce test anxiety and improve performance on test day.
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