The Complete List of LNAT Question Types for 2024 & 2025

While creating our LNAT Practice Tests, we extensively analyzed LNAT sample papers, practice tests and also the reading comprehension sections from similar exams – to understand the different types of questions you will see in section A.

The LNAT is designed to be a test of aptitude and not a test of knowledge. The test measures the verbal reasoning abilities and skills of the candidate, which are essential for the study and practice of law. Verbal reasoning includes the following skills – comprehension, interpretation, analysis, synthesis and deduction.

The list below is the compilation of all the question types that you will see in the LNAT 2024 and 2025, with a couple of examples for each type.

Our LNAT practice tests currently have 360 passages, with 1260 questions in total, covering all of the question types listed below.

And always remember, all questions must be answered using the information specifically provided within the passage. No external information or prior knowledge of any topic is expected or required. (We have discussed about this point in one of our other articles).

Fact-based questions

Questions that ask for specific information or details from the passage, often related to the author’s views, opinions, or the content itself. These are probably the most straight-forward questions, since the answer will be within the passage; and no interpretation is required.

Examples

• What is the author’s main argument for the implementation of renewable energy sources?
• How does the passage describe the impact of social media on mental health?

Interpretation and inference questions

Questions that require understanding the meaning, tone, or implications of the passage, and drawing conclusions based on the information provided.

Examples

• What does the author imply about the consequences of income inequality in society?
• Based on the passage, how does the writer feel about the role of technology in modern education?

Logical reasoning and argument analysis questions

Questions that focus on the logical structure, assumptions, strengths, and weaknesses of the arguments presented in the passage.

Examples

• What assumptions underlie the author’s argument regarding the benefits of remote work?
• Identify a potential flaw in the author’s argument about the correlation between exercise and cognitive function.

Context and organization questions

Questions that deal with the organization, structure, or context of the passage, such as the target audience or the purpose of the writing.

Examples

• Who is the intended audience for this passage about climate change policy?
• What is the primary purpose of this passage discussing the history of artificial intelligence?

Comparisons and contrasts questions

Questions that require identifying similarities and differences between ideas, theories, or authors mentioned in the passage.

Examples

• How does the author compare the leadership styles of two prominent political figures?
• What are the main differences between the economic theories discussed in the passage?

Vocabulary and language questions

Questions that focus on the meaning, usage, or effect of specific words, phrases, or literary devices in the passage.

Examples

• In the context of the passage, what does the term “vitiate” mean?
• How does the author use the metaphor of a “tangled web” to illustrate their point?

Application and hypothetical questions

Questions that ask about applying concepts or theories from the passage to new situations or considering possible outcomes based on the provided information.

Examples

• How might the principles outlined in the passage be applied to improve workplace productivity?
• Based on the passage’s discussion of environmental conservation, what might be the potential outcome of continued deforestation?

Main argument or point

Questions that focus on identifying the central idea, thesis, or claim the author is making in the passage.

Examples

• What is the main argument in the passage about the situation of women in 19th century Britain?
• What is the main point that Ruskin is making in his comments about governesses?

Implied information

Questions that require identifying information that is suggested or hinted at by the author, rather than explicitly stated.

Examples

• Which of the following does the writer imply but not state?
• Which one of the following does the author seem to imply?

Contextual meaning

Questions that ask for the meaning of a word, phrase, or concept within the specific context of the passage, rather than its general definition.

Examples

• What is meant by using a ‘mind map’?
• Within the context of the passage, what comes closest to the meaning of “ecstasy” as used in the second paragraph?

Author’s attitude or tone

Questions that require understanding the author’s emotions, attitude, or perspective towards a subject, as expressed through their choice of words and overall tone.

Examples

• Which one of the following best describes the tone of the last paragraph?
• Which one of the following most accurately characterizes the author’s attitude with respect to obligatory schooling?

Argument development or evidence

Questions that focus on how the author supports or develops their argument, including the use of evidence, counterarguments, and logical structure.

Examples

• Which of the following pairs is not used as an opposition in the passage?
• Which one of the following is not cited as evidence for the existence of self-isolating tribes?

Criticism or approval

Questions that ask about the author’s stance towards a particular subject, idea, or practice, whether they express criticism or approval.

Examples

• The main criticism in the passage of the use by students of the internet is:
• Which of the following is intended to convey approval?

Inferences or conclusions

Questions that require drawing logical conclusions or making inferences based on the information provided in the passage.

Examples

• If one rich nation alone stopped producing emissions completely it would reduce total emissions worldwide by about 6%. According to the writer that nation would probably:
• Based on the passage, which one of the following can be reasonably inferred regarding the relationship between the ‘Sovereignty of Parliament’ and the ‘Rule of Law’?

Definitions or meanings

Questions that ask about the specific meaning of a word or phrase as used by the author, which may differ from its common or general definition.

Examples

• The writer here uses the word ‘conservative’ to mean:
• The writer here uses the word “hermetic” to mean

Comparison or contrast

Questions that require identifying similarities and differences between ideas, concepts, or subjects discussed in the passage.

Examples

• Writer B contrasts the novels of Patrick Hamilton and Henry Green with those of Joyce Cary, mainly to:
• In the writer’s view, what principal feature sets apart the Cubist paintings of Picasso and Braque?

Interpretation of specific elements

Questions that ask about the author’s intent, meaning, or opinion on a particular element within the passage, such as a word, phrase, or literary device.

Examples

• What is the writer’s particular complaint about modern-day use of the word ‘basically’?
• Which of the following words is being used as a criticism in the passage?

Numerical ability, Quantitative ability or calculation questions

Questions that require the reader to perform relatively simple calculations or manipulate numerical data based on the information provided in the passage. They may involve percentages, proportions, or other mathematical concepts and often test the reader’s ability to understand and apply quantitative information in a specific context.

Examples

• According to the passage, the population of a town increased by 15% in the first year and 20% in the second year. If the initial population was 10,000, what was the population at the end of the second year?
• The passage states that the price of a product decreased by 10% and then increased by 15%. If the original price was $200, what is the final price after these changes?