SAT Practice

Front

What does the word 'endure' most nearly mean?

Back

tolerate

Front

Which form of the verb should be used to complete the sentence: 'Author Madeline L'Engle, ____ to create a suspenseful tone, begins her novel 'A Wrinkle in Time' with descriptions of 'wraithlike shadows' and 'the frenzied lashing of the wind.'?

Back

looking

Front

What is a logical transition word that can be used to add information?

Back

In addition,

Front

What is a logical transition word that indicates contrast?

Back

In contrast,

Front

What is a logical transition word that indicates specificity?

Back

Specifically,

Front

What is a logical transition word that indicates a conclusion or result?

Back

Therefore,

Front

What is the meaning of 'market speculation'?

Back

The act of buying and selling assets with the hope of making a profit based on future price changes.

Front

What does 'Tulip mania' refer to?

Back

The rapid rise and fall of tulip bulb prices in 17th-century Amsterdam, often cited as an example of market speculation.

Front

What is the importance of skepticism in evaluating historical events?

Back

Skepticism encourages critical thinking and questioning of widely accepted narratives, leading to a more accurate understanding of history.

Front

What is the role of context in understanding a text?

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Context provides background information that helps clarify the meaning and significance of the text.