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Word Association Test (WAT)

The Conduct

In this test the candidates are shown 60 words one after the other and are expected to make a short
sentence using the word shown. The usage of the word can be in any form. For example the word

‘agree’ can be used as agreeable, agreed, agreement etc. Each word will appear for 15 seconds in
which you have to see the word and write a sentence. There will be buzzer to indicate that the word
has changed. It is important to attempt at least 45 out of 60 words. Do not avoid negative words.
Since there is severe time constraint, you will be unable to mask the responses and your natural self
will invariably come out. Hence, it is important to practice. An attempt has been made to provide as

many sets as possible for practice.

What to Avoid?

Idioms and phrases which lack originality of your thoughts and imagination

Sentences that tend to preach. For example, Don’t fight, One should not drink

Use of ‘I’. I love nature, I am very friendly, I love talking etc. Frequent use of ‘I’ reflects
selfishness.

Negative sentences

Frequent references to celebrities or known figures.

What is Preferred?

Sentences that reflect your own beliefs and values. For example, helping is a virtue,
obeying command is the duty of soldiers, friends are great company etc.

Factual sentences based on recent happenings. For example, India is very careful in its
dealings with China, or city of Mumbai faced several bomb blasts in the past. This reflects

your awareness.