What does the word "eloquent" mean?

Expressing yourself readily, clearly, and effectively

Writing in a complex and unclear way

What effect did the eloquent speaker have on the crowd?

The crowd took immediate action

The crowd was confused and left

What does the verb "exemplify" mean?

To clarify by giving an illustration of

To confuse by giving an example of

To hide by giving an illustration of

To simplify by giving an example of

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "exemplify"?

The teacher exemplified the concept by showing a diagram.

The teacher exemplified the concept by hiding the diagram.

The teacher exemplified the concept by confusing the students.

The teacher exemplified the concept by ignoring the diagram.

What does the word "extenuating" mean?

Partially excusing or justifying

In the sentence "The teacher gave the student an extension on the deadline due to extenuating circumstances," what does "extenuating" imply about the circumstances?

The circumstances were partially excusing or justifying.

The circumstances were completely excused.

The circumstances were not excused at all.

The circumstances were fully justified.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "fortuitous"?

The company's profits were enhanced as the result of a fortuitous drop in the cost of paper.

The fortuitous meeting was planned weeks in advance.

She made a fortuitous decision after careful consideration.

His fortuitous actions were deliberate and intentional.

Why is it smart to be frugal with your money?

Because it helps you save money even if you have more than you need

Because it shows you are wealthy

Because it allows you to spend more on luxuries

Which of the following is an example of being frugal?

Buying the most expensive brand

Spending all your money on a vacation

Which of the following sentences uses the word "hackneyed" correctly?

She avoided using hackneyed phrases in her essay.

The hackneyed idea was praised for its originality.

His hackneyed approach was considered groundbreaking.

The hackneyed solution was a novel concept.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "haughty"?

The haughty rich girl laughed at me for wearing a Walmart shirt.

The haughty boy helped the old lady cross the street.

The haughty teacher praised all her students equally.

The haughty dog wagged its tail happily.

What is the definition of a hedonist?

One who believes the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life

One who believes in working hard and achieving goals

One who prioritizes the well-being of others over themselves

One who seeks knowledge and wisdom above all else

Which of the following best describes a hedonist's lifestyle?

Spending all their time eating, dancing, and drinking

Focusing on academic achievements and intellectual pursuits

Volunteering and helping others in need

Engaging in physical fitness and sports activities

What does the word "hypercritical" mean?

Inclined to be very indifferent

Why is it hard to go out to eat with someone who is hypercritical?

They judge everything about the experience too severely.

They are very generous with tips.

They are very lenient with the service.

They are indifferent to the quality of the meal.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "impetuous"?

She made an impetuous decision to buy a plane ticket to fly to Hawaii.

He was very impetuous in his careful planning.

The impetuous turtle slowly crossed the road.

Her impetuous nature made her a great chess player.

SAT Vocabulary Quiz 5

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English

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9th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Easy

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CCSS

L.1.6, L.11-12.4C, L.3.2F

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34 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing"?

Frugal

Eloquent

Hackneyed

Haughty

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "to illustrate or clarify by giving an example"?

Exemplify

Extenuating

Fortuitous

Hedonist

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "justifying"?

Hypercritical

Extenuating

Impetuous

Frugal

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "happening by accident or chance rather than design"?

Fortuitous

Haughty

Hackneyed

Eloquent

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "sparing or economical with regard to money or food"?

Hedonist

Frugal

Impetuous

Hypercritical

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "lacking significance through having been overused"?

Hackneyed

Haughty

Eloquent

Fortuitous

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means "arrogantly superior and disdainful"?

Hedonist

Haughty

Frugal

Impetuous

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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SAT Vocabulary Quiz 5

34 questions

Which word means "fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing"?

Which word means "to illustrate or clarify by giving an example"?

Which word means "justifying"?

Which word means "happening by accident or chance rather than design"?

Which word means "sparing or economical with regard to money or food"?

Which word means "lacking significance through having been overused"?

Which word means "arrogantly superior and disdainful"?

Which word means "a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life"?

Which word means "excessively and unreasonably critical"?

Which word means "acting or done quickly and without thought or care"?

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