SAT Vocab Quiz 10.9

The new community center was built to engender a sense of belonging among the residents, encouraging them to participate in local events. Choose ALL the synonyms for 'engender'.

• foster

• evoke

• destroy

• generate

The ancient temple was a place where people would venerate the gods, offering prayers and gifts as a sign of deep respect. Which choice completes the text with the most logical meaning of the word "venerate"?

• criticize or blame

• overlook or neglect

• honor or reverence

After an extravagant feast that featured an array of exotic dishes from around the world, the guests found their appetites so thoroughly satiate that they declined even the most tempting desserts offered at the banquet’s conclusion. The word 'satiate' most likely means:

• fully satisfied or filled

• confused and overwhelmed

• physically fatigue

The old painting, though faded, retained an affecting quality that touched the hearts of those who viewed it, as if it carried the emotions of its creator. Choose ALL the words that can replace 'affecting'.

• poignant

• touching

• indifferent

• evocative

The politician chose to repudiate the accusations against him, claiming they were baseless and refusing to accept any responsibility. Which choice completes the text with the most logical meaning of the word 'repudiate'?

• reject or dismiss

• uphold, defend

• rationalize or excuse

• confirm or acknowledge

The forest, untouched by human hands, remained pristine and serene, offering a rare glimpse into nature’s purest state. Which choice completes the text with the most logical meaning of the word "pristine"?

• dark and mysterious

• clean and unspoiled

• small and cramped

While the majority of scholars adhered to the orthodox interpretation of the ancient text, a minority proposed radical new theories that challenged centuries of accepted wisdom.

As used in the sentence, the word orthodox most nearly means:

• traditionally and widely accepted

• inaccurate and misleading

• unpopular and ignored

The leader’s unequivocal declaration, delivered in direct and unmistakable terms, was interpreted as a sign of strength, though some argued it revealed an unwillingness to consider alternative perspectives.

As used in the sentence, the word 'unequivocal' means:

• flexible and open-minded

• aggressive and hostile

• absolute and unambiguous

The scientist explained that nuclear energy results from the fusion of atomic nuclei, a process in which smaller particles join together to form a larger one, releasing immense power but requiring extreme conditions to achieve.

As used in the sentence, the word fusion most nearly means:

• merging or joining together

• division or separation

• destruction or collapse

A word you just learned that means 'reject or dismiss something'.