SAT.Q4.W12

What does the word "blandishment" mean?

• A) A type of punishment

• B) A musical instrument

• C) A flattering statement used to persuade someone

• D) A simple and plain design

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does the word 'bias' mean?

• fairness

• equality

• prejudice

• justice

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

What does the adjective "bombastic" mean?

• Quiet

• Inflated

• Deflated

• Subtle

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does the adjective "bovine" mean?

• Horse-like

• Sheep-like

• Cow-like

• Bird-like

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does the word "braggart" mean?

• Someone who is quiet

• Someone who is humble

• Someone who boasts

• Someone who is honest

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What does the word "brevity" mean?

• Lengthiness

• Wordiness

• Conciseness

• Complexity

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does the word "cacophony" mean?

• A) A harmonious sequence of sounds

• B) A single, loud sound

• C) A discordant mixture of sounds

• D) A soft and pleasant sound

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the verb "cajole" mean?

• To deceive someone with false promises

• To persuade someone via flattery

• To challenge someone aggressively

• To ignore someone deliberately

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does the adjective "callous" mean?

• Showing a kind and gentle nature

• Having a disregard for others that is perceived as cruel

• Being extremely careful and precise

• Demonstrating a high level of intelligence

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does the word 'calumny' mean?

• Praise

• Slander

• Truth

• Flattery

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4