Master the art of comparative reading with 100+ linked extract passages designed to mirror real Selective and OC test conditions. Students read two connected passages and answer cross-referencing questions — the exact skill that separates top scorers.
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100+ Passages
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NSW
Braintree Coaching's Linked Extract Passages Pack builds the dual-passage reading skill that is one of the most challenging question types in the NSW Selective and OC tests. It includes 100+ linked extract passage sets where students read two connected passages and answer cross-referencing questions — the exact format used in the exam. Covers inference, comparison, synthesis, and evaluation skills with detailed answer explanations. 365 days of access for $99.
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A focused reading comprehension course that builds the cross-referencing and comparative analysis skills tested in the linked extract sections of NSW Selective and OC exams.
Complete 3–4 linked extract sets without time pressure. The format requires reading two connected passages and identifying which extract (A, B, C, or D) best answers each question. This is different from standard reading comprehension — students must hold information from multiple texts simultaneously. Review every explanation carefully to understand the cross-referencing skill.
Work through the passage sets progressively. After each set, study the explanations even for questions answered correctly — they model the analytical thinking needed for cross-referencing. Focus on the skill of identifying which extract contains specific information, rather than just understanding each passage individually.
Once your child is comfortable with the format, switch to timed practice mode. In the NSW Selective Test, the reading section is time-pressured — students who can quickly locate information across paired passages have a significant advantage. Build speed gradually while maintaining accuracy.
In the months before the exam, complete passage sets under strict timed conditions. Focus on the strategy of scanning both passages efficiently before answering questions. The ability to quickly cross-reference between texts is a skill that distinguishes top scorers in the reading section.
Linked extracts are one of the most challenging question types in the NSW Selective High School Placement Test and OC Test. Students read four short passages connected by a common theme and answer questions that require identifying which extract contains specific information. This cross-referencing skill is fundamentally different from standard reading comprehension — it tests the ability to compare, contrast, and synthesise information across multiple texts simultaneously.
Many students find linked extracts difficult because the format is rarely encountered in school. Standard reading comprehension involves one passage and questions about that passage. Linked extracts require holding information from multiple texts and making judgements about which text best answers each question. Without practice, even strong readers can lose marks on these questions simply because the format is unfamiliar.
This pack provides 100+ linked extract passage sets that mirror the exact format used in the NSW Selective and OC tests. The progressive difficulty allows students to build the cross-referencing skill gradually, and the detailed explanations teach the analytical approach needed to identify correct extracts efficiently. With 365 days of access, there is enough time for thorough preparation alongside other exam components.
Builds the specific cross-referencing skill tested in the linked extract sections of these exams.
The format is unfamiliar to most students. Targeted practice builds confidence and accuracy.
Complements the Selective and OC Super Packs which include broader reading comprehension coverage.
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