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Reading Skills Assessment Test: Evaluate Candidate Comprehension Before You Hire

Quickly identify candidates who can process written information accurately with Discovered Assessments’ Reading Skills Test.

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Overview: Reading Skills Assessment Test

Test Type

Language & Comprehension

Duration

~6 minutes

Questions

~32 (Equivalency, Analogies, Sentence Completion)

Areas Measured

Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure

Ideal For

Any role requiring strong reading and comprehension skills

Language

English

Help Your Team Spot Candidates with Strong Reading Comprehension

Misinterpreted written instructions, reports, or emails can lead to costly mistakes. Our Reading Skills Assessment Test helps you identify candidates who can read, understand, and respond correctly to written communication—ensuring smoother operations and better outcomes.

Why Choose Our Reading Skills Assessment Test

Measure Real Comprehension Skills

Identify candidates who truly understand written English

Recognize Equivalent Meanings

Spot those who catch nuanced word differences

Assess Analogous Relationships

Evaluate verbal reasoning and vocabulary depth

Quick and Easy to Administer

Send a simple link—no login or software required

Instant, Easy-to-Read Results

Get clear insights into reading comprehension abilities

Expert Hiring Support

Free consultation on how to apply results in hiring

What the Reading Skills Assessment Measures

SKILLS	WHY IT MATTERS
Word Equivalency Recognition	Ensures understanding of similar meanings
Analogous Word Relationships	Tests reasoning and vocabulary comprehension
Sentence Completion Ability	Verifies understanding of sentence structure and logic

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Sample Questions

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Rate each statement on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree):

Personality & Attitude

“I take pride in consistently exceeding set goals or quotas.”

“I remain calm and respectful when dealing with upset customers or coworkers.”

Behavior & Motivation

“I prefer to tackle challenges head-on rather than waiting for direction.

“If I notice a mistake in my work, I fix it immediately before anyone else notices.”

Mini Scoring (Simplified): Sum responses for each domain. A higher total suggests stronger motivation, positive attitude, and higher drive for success.

*Actual scoring uses validated psychometric algorithms and consistency checks.