WorksheetsSAT List #8
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
_____________ Bernadette always strives to be kindly towards others, without looking for praise, payback, or recognition.
lavish
squandering
prodigal
largess
benevolent
________________ Janice is truly magnificent, especially when it comes to giving of her time, her help, and her dreamy homemade desserts.
prodigal
humane
lavishly
squandering
munificent
With a giving spirit, Donald practices _______________ each month by giving a portion of his earnings to his three favorite charities.
altruistic
largess
prodigality
lavish
benediction
Although Rori preached ______________ to whomever she could, she was one of the most self-indulgent and egocentric individuals.
squander
benefactor
prodigally
altruism
benevolently
The epitome of ________________, Luke sought to give of his time, resources, and encouragement whenever the opportunity arose.
squanderer
lavishness
magnanimity
munificent
prodigal
For questions 6 -10: Based on the context in which each underlined word is used, identify the word usage of each sentence as either "correct" or "incorrect."
In order to teach her nephew how to squander his nickels and pennies, Aunt Laura bought Trevor a blue piggy bank.
correct
incorrect
Receiving gifts is Jane's delight, for hers is an altruistic soul.
correct
incorrect
Benevolent gestures are meant to better the lives of others.
correct
incorrect
Respected for her consistent magnanimity, Dina was recognized as "Do-Gooder of the Year."
correct
incorrect
Prodigal spending habits are unlikely to pay off in the long run.
correct
incorrect
