Given the sentence: "Her magnanimous gesture, though unexpected, was met with suspicion by those accustomed to duplicity." Which of the following best explains the connotation of "magnanimous" in this context?

Positive, suggesting generosity despite skepticism

Neutral, suggesting indifference

Negative, suggesting insincerity

Which of the following sentences uses the word "ambivalent" with the greatest precision?

She was ambivalent about the new policy, feeling both admiration and apprehension.

He was ambivalent, so he finished the project quickly.

The ambivalent weather was sunny and warm.

She ambivalented the results of the test.

Interpret the figurative meaning of the phrase: "She has a heart of stone, unmoved by the pleas of those around her."

She is emotionally unresponsive.

Which of the following best describes the connotation of the word "meticulous" in the sentence: "His meticulous notes, though sometimes bordering on obsessive, helped the entire class study for the exam."

Positive, suggesting thoroughness and attention to detail

Neutral, suggesting indifference

Choose the sentence in which "placate" is used with the most nuance:

The manager attempted to placate the irate customer with a sincere apology and a full refund.

She placated her anger by yelling at her friend.

He placated the cake for dessert.

The placate was very delicious.

Analyze the figurative language in the sentence: "The city was a beehive of activity during the festival, with people swarming the streets and buzzing with excitement."

The city was teeming with energetic crowds and constant movement.

Which of the following best explains the difference in connotation between "childish" and "childlike" in the context of adult behavior?

"Childish" is negative, implying immaturity; "childlike" is positive, implying innocence or wonder.

Both are positive, suggesting innocence.

Both are negative, suggesting immaturity.

"Childish" is positive, "childlike" is negative.

Given the word "inevitable," which of the following sentences best demonstrates its meaning in a philosophical context?

The outcome was inevitable; no matter what actions were taken, the result was predetermined by fate.

The outcome was inevitable; they had many options to choose from.

The outcome was inevitable; it was completely unexpected.

The outcome was inevitable; it was easily avoided.

understood or implied without being stated openly

openly acknowledged and discussed

Mastering SAT Vocabulary Skills

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English

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9th - 12th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS

RI.9-10.4, L.11-12.4A, L.1.6

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Christie Jolicoeur

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: Despite the mayor's _______ promises, the citizens remained skeptical about the new policy's effectiveness, suspecting ulterior motives.

equivocal

forthright

circuitous

insipid

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

Which of the following is the closest synonym for "transient" as used in the context of economic trends?

enduring

evanescent

immutable

perennial

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

Select the antonym for "magnanimous":

petty

altruistic

charitable

munificent

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

Which word has the most negative connotation in the context of leadership?

tenacious

obstreperous

resolute

steadfast

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

What is the abstract noun form of the verb "to persevere"?

perseverance

perseveration

perseverant

persevering

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

In the sentence "The wind whispered secrets through the trees," what type of figurative language is used?

Simile

Metaphor

Personification

Synecdoche

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 2 pts

Choose the word that best fits the context: The detective's _______ analysis uncovered inconsistencies that others had overlooked.

perfunctory

scrupulous

apathetic

capricious

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Mastering SAT Vocabulary Skills

50 questions

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: Despite the mayor's _______ promises, the citizens remained skeptical about the new policy's effectiveness, suspecting ulterior motives.

Which of the following is the closest synonym for "transient" as used in the context of economic trends?

Select the antonym for "magnanimous":

Which word has the most negative connotation in the context of leadership?

What is the abstract noun form of the verb "to persevere"?

In the sentence "The wind whispered secrets through the trees," what type of figurative language is used?

Choose the word that best fits the context: The detective's _______ analysis uncovered inconsistencies that others had overlooked.

Which of the following is a synonym for "pellucid"?

Select the antonym for "exacerbate":

Which word has a positive connotation in the context of academic achievement?

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