SAT Word List 2

'Gregarious' means (a)  

• Outgoing and sociable
• Introverted and shy
• Arrogantly superior
• Rude and mean-spirited

Which of the following best describes 'berate'?

• To recover quickly

• To make smaller

• To scold or rebuke severely

• To praise highly

What is an example of active voice?

• The cake was eaten by the children.

• The ball was thrown by the pitcher.

• The boy was bitten by the dog.

• The dog bit the boy.

What does 'juxtaposition' mean?

• A brief summary of qualifications

• Placement of two things closely together to emphasize comparisons or contrasts

• A person who is self-satisfied

• A person who is shy and introverted

Which of the following is a tip for writing a resume?

• Use passive rather than active language

• Write to impress rather than express

• Use flowery language

• Be specific rather than general

Which sentence is written in passive voice?

• The cat chased the mouse.

• The mouse was chased by the cat.

• The dog barked loudly.

• The children played in the park.

Which sentence is in passive voice?

• The teacher explained the lesson.

• The lesson was explained by the teacher.

• The students asked questions.

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the meaning of 'haughty'?

• She greeted everyone with a warm smile.

• He refused to speak to anyone he considered beneath him.

• They worked together to solve the problem.

• He listened carefully to everyone's opinions.

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the meaning of 'churlish'?

• He always says please and thank you.

• She ignored everyone and refused to help.

• They shared their lunch with everyone.

• He listened attentively to the speaker.

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the meaning of 'diminish'?

• The sun rose brightly in the sky.

• The noise gradually became quieter.

• The flowers bloomed beautifully.

• The river flowed swiftly.