PSAT 8&9 Practice Test 1

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ENLIGHTEN

Back

to instruct or provide knowledge to someone.

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OPACITY

Back

the quality of being non-transparent; not allowing light to pass through.

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COMPLIMENTARY

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expressing admiration or praise.

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Which choice best improves the following sentence? The number of people living in the area was still a matter of much debate in researchers.

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The correct choice is 'among researchers.'

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According to the passage, The Flowers of Shiraz mock Gol-Maryam because:

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They resent and envy her.

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What does the term 'vocabulary' refer to?

Back

The set of words known and used by a person or group.

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What is the purpose of a passage in a reading comprehension test?

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To provide context and information for answering questions.

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What does it mean to 'analyze' a text?

Back

To examine it in detail to understand its meaning and structure.

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What is a synonym for 'instruct'?

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Teach.

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What does 'debate' mean in the context of a discussion?

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A formal discussion on a particular topic where opposing arguments are put forward.