Strategies for Answering Vocab Questions

The video provides a strategy to improve speed on the SAT reading section by focusing on vocab in context questions. It suggests eliminating primary definitions of words and choosing secondary definitions that fit the context. Examples with the words 'form' and 'hold' illustrate the method. The video concludes with tips for effectively applying this strategy.

What is the main goal of the trick discussed in the video?

• To boost speed in the SAT reading section

• To increase reading comprehension

• To improve vocabulary knowledge

• To enhance writing skills

Which type of questions does the trick primarily target?

• Essay questions

• Math questions

• Vocab in context questions

• Grammar questions

What should you do with primary definitions in vocab questions?

• Consider them carefully

• Use them as the correct answer

• Eliminate them immediately

• Ignore them completely

In the example with 'form', which of the following is NOT a primary definition?

• Establish

• Mold

• Support

• Shape

Why are primary definitions usually incorrect in these questions?

• They are too complex

• They are too specific

• They are too vague

• They are too common

What is a common characteristic of primary definitions?

• They are specific

• They are rarely used

• They are complex

• They are common

What is the secondary definition of 'hold' in the example provided?

• Carry

• Support

• Portray

• Clench

What should you do if you are left with two non-primary definitions?

• Select the first one

• Eliminate both

• Choose randomly

• Plug them into the context

What is the benefit of eliminating primary definitions without checking them?

• It improves vocabulary

• It saves time

• It increases accuracy

• It enhances comprehension

What should you do if you have time after eliminating primary definitions?

• Check the remaining options

• Review the passage

• Guess the answer

• Skip the question