SAT#3 Vocabulary

Michael was known to be a 'prodigal' spender during his college days. What does 'prodigal' mean in this context?

• Michael was generous

• Michael was frugal

• Michael was cautious

• Michael was extravagant

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Michael is planning to sell his old car. He needs to 'assess' its value before putting it up for sale. What does 'assess' mean in this context?

• estimate

• ignore

• undermine

• overlook

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

In a group discussion, Arjun was being very 'complacent' about his project. What does 'complacent' mean in this context?

• humble

• confident

• anxious

• smug

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Maya and David are playing a game of chess. David is known for his 'guile'. What does this mean?

• David plays with sincerity

• David plays with integrity

• David plays with honesty

• David plays with cunning

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

William is discussing his new art project with Michael and Maya. He says he wants to create an 'abstract' piece. What does 'abstract' mean in this context?

• realistic

• tangible

• theoretical

• concrete

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following actions aligns with the meaning of the word "deter"

• Convincing someone to take a particular course of action

• Encouraging a friend to pursue their goals

• Preventing a potential threat by issuing a strong warning

• Facilitating a collaborative effort in the workplace

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word means hatred and disdain?

• loathe

• biased

• censor

• contempt

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which option best defines the term "valid"?

• factual

• outdated

• unreliable

• insignificant

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does disdain mean?

• lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of

  intense dislike

• cause to be distrusted or disbelieved

• a message that departs from the main subject

• quietly and steadily persevering especially in

  detail or exactness

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Incapable of being avoided or prevented

• inevitable

• inconsequential

• impetuous

• intuitive

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A