Foundation mock 01
60 original questions · 120 minutes · 216 marks
Build reliable coverage and practise the single- and multiple-correct format. Every answer has an explanation. This is a foundation paper; official NSEC questions can demand deeper, less familiar reasoning.
Start the mock →Review the explanations
Read all 60 worked answers on a public, printable page. Each explanation identifies the chemical idea and the steps that lead to the answer.
Open all solutionsHow the test works
- The timer starts when you press Start. It continues if you leave the page.
- Answers are saved in this browser when local storage is available.
- You can navigate between questions before submitting.
- After submission, see your score, topic breakdown and all explanations.
Marking scheme
| Section | Questions | Correct | Incorrect / incomplete | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single correct | 48 | +3 | −1 | 144 |
| Multiple correct | 12 | +6 | 0; no partial credit | 72 |
| Total | 60 | Unattempted: 0 | 120 minutes | 216 |
No rank or percentile is generated: a practice attempt is feedback on these questions, not a national comparison.
Make it realistic
Use a quiet two-hour block, keep solution pages closed and record your working on paper. After the test, spend time on every incorrect answer and every answer you got right by guessing. For the best difficulty benchmark, also attempt an official paper.
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Exam information checked 20 October 2026. Subsequent official notices take precedence.