SAT Vocab Quiz #3

In a school debate, Samuel showed 'deference' to Mason's opinion. What does this mean?

• a) Samuel showed respect; regard for Mason's opinion

• b) Samuel showed insufficient degree or amount of respect for Mason's opinion

• c) Samuel followed Mason's opinion as an example

• d) Samuel opposed Mason's opinion

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a class debate, Benjamin raised a point, but Kai seemed to 'demur'. What does 'demur' mean in this context?

• a) Respect; regard

• b) Not enough in degree or amount

• c) To do as an example

• d) To object to

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Anika, Ethan, and Henry are discussing the effects of excessive water usage on the environment. What does the word 'deplete' mean in this context?

• a) respect; regard

• b) not enough in degree or amount

• c) to do as an example

• d) to (over)use over time (usually resources)

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which word is synonymous with 'desolate'?

• a) respect; regard

• b) not enough in degree or amount

• c) to do as an example

• d) bare, barren, empty

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Michael is working on a group project with Grace and Ethan. Which of the following qualities best describes Michael's commitment to the task?

• a) respect; regard

• b) not enough in degree or amount

• c) conscientiousness; the quality of being committed to a task

• d) to object to

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Michael noticed that the size of his ice cream cone started to diminish as it melted. What does the word 'diminish' mean in this context?

• a) respect; regard

• b) not enough in degree or amount

• c) to become smaller in scope or degree

• d) to object to

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Aria was unsure about the authenticity of the antique vase she found at the flea market. How would you describe Aria's feelings about the vase?

• Doubtful

• Peculiar

• Extremely bad

• Having refined communication skills

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In a spelling bee competition, Aria spelled the word 'egregious' correctly. If 'egregious' means 'extremely bad', did Aria use the word correctly in the following sentence: 'The egregious behavior of the crowd at the concert was unacceptable'?

• No, because 'egregious' means 'Doubtful'

• No, because 'egregious' means 'Peculiar'

• Yes, because 'egregious' means 'Extremely bad'

• No, because 'egregious' means 'Having refined communication skills'

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

During a debate competition, Michael, Samuel, and William were participants. Who among them would you refer to as 'eloquent' if he demonstrated refined communication skills?

• Michael, if he was doubtful

• Samuel, if he was peculiar

• William, if he was extremely bad

• The one who had refined communication skills

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Kai, Aiden, and Olivia are participating in a debate competition. If Kai is considered 'eminent', what does that mean?

• superior or distinguished

• peculiar

• extremely bad

• having refined communication skills