PSAT Vocab Set 6

Which of the following best defines "fallacious"?

• Based on mistaken beliefs or unsound reasoning

• Extremely passionate or enthusiastic

• Practical and focused on results

• Limited or insufficient in quantity

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is the correct definition of "intangible"?

• Easily measured or counted

• Unable to be touched or grasped; not physical

• Clearly visible or obvious

• Constantly changing or moving

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

The word "solicit" means to:

• Reject firmly

• Move quickly

• Ask for or try to obtain something

• Speak very quietly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

"Flagrant" is best defined as:

• Subtle or understated

• Obviously wrong or offensive

• Careful and thoughtful

• Quickly moving

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which definition best matches "taciturn"?

• Loud and boisterous

• Fast-moving

• Tending to be quiet; reserved

• Easily angered

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The word "infamous" means:

• Well-known for something bad

• Highly respected

• Unknown or forgotten

• Perfectly normal

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of "redundant"?

• Necessary and important

• Rare and unique

• No longer needed

• Superfluous or unnecessary

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

"Scanty" is best defined as:

• Abundant and plentiful

• Insufficient in amount

• Carefully organized

• Perfectly balanced

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

The word "fervor" means:

• Lack of interest

• Intense passion or enthusiasm

• Careful consideration

• Quiet contemplation

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

"Dispassionate" is best defined as:

• Very emotional

• Highly excited

• Not influenced by emotion; objective

• Deeply caring

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4