January SAT words

Which word is closest in meaning to "benevolent"?

• A. Mean

• B. Friendly

• C. Harmful

• D. Irrelevant

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Write the word that matches this definition: "Dry or lacking water."

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What does it mean if someone is being pretentious?

• A. They are modest and humble.

• B. They are trying to impress by acting more important than they are.

• C. They are overly happy.

• D. They are critical and complaining.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Fill in the blank: Her _______________ acts, such as donating to charity, earned her widespread admiration.

Choose the word that best fits the meaning of "jubilation":

• A. Celebration

• B. Despair

• C. Regret

• D. Anxiety

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Write the word that matches this definition: "To make a situation seem less serious or to provide justification for it."

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which of the following situations is deleterious?

• A. Drinking plenty of water

• B. Eating junk food every day

• C. Exercising regularly

• D. Sleeping 8 hours a night

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Fill in the blank: His decision was _______________ because he acted without thinking about the consequences.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "divergent" mean?

• A. Coming together

• B. Harmful

• C. Circular

• D. Moving in different directions

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CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Write the word that matches this definition: "Harmful or causing damage."

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E