ISEE Upper-Level Verbal Pt. 2

The scientist's theory was considered ______ until new evidence emerged to support it.

• obsolete

• speculative

• confirmed

• irrelevant

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The artist's work was ______, capturing the attention of critics and audiences alike.

• mundane

• captivating

• uninspired

• ordinary

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The politician's speech was filled with ______, making it difficult to discern his true intentions.

• clarity

• ambiguity

• precision

• transparency

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The ______ of the ancient ruins was a significant discovery for the archaeologists.

• destruction

• preservation

• excavation

• neglect

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The ______ student was able to solve the complex problem with ease.

• diligent

• perplexed

• indifferent

• apathetic

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The ______ weather forced the hikers to turn back before reaching the summit.

• mild

• inclement

• pleasant

• favorable

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The novel's plot was ______, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.

• predictable

• thrilling

• monotonous

• dull

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The ______ of the new policy was evident in the improved efficiency of the department.

• failure

• success

• ineffectiveness

• drawback

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The ______ of the mountain range was breathtaking, attracting tourists from around the world.

• ugliness

• beauty

• plainness

• mediocrity

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The ______ of the situation required immediate action from the authorities.

• triviality

• urgency

• insignificance

• unimportance

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4