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SAT Vocabulary Practice - Words in Context

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  • Q1
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. Building good transit isn't a bad idea, but it can actually backfire if the new trains and buses MERELY clear space on highway lanes for those who would prefer to drive....
    due to
    prohibit
    just/only
    provide an opportunity
    30s
  • Q2
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. We plan to IMPLEMENT a policy allowing students to choose a humane alternative.
    to put into effect
    to avoid
    to prevent
    to support
    30s
  • Q3
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. All experiments are FRUITFUL if you don't have any preconceived notions about the results.
    productive/producing results
    fun and entertaining
    not advantageous
    strategically planned
    30s
  • Q4
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. The book discusses his illness and SUBSEQUENT resignation from the government.
    disappointed
    underlying
    later, following
    forced/forceful
    30s
  • Q5
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. I spotted a shooting star which, to my ASTONISHMENT, was bright green in color.
    knowledge
    ease, relief
    fright/fear
    shock, surprise
    30s
  • Q6
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. Large parts of the mountainous island are SWATHED in cloud. These lush and mossy forests are home to the colorful Hawaiian honeycreeper, an endangered bird species.
    wrapped/covered
    surrounded by
    filled with
    attacked
    30s
  • Q7
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. In its current MANIFESTATION, the Berlin band looks very young and substantially female and sounds extremely enthusiastic.
    cover/secret
    form, showing/demonstration
    destination
    arena
    30s
  • Q8
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. The children in my class get RESTLESS near the end of the term.
    happy and fulfilled
    agitated and fidgety
    calm and serene
    disappointed and sad
    30s
  • Q9
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. It's IMPRACTICAL to have so many people all trying to use this equipment at the same time.
    valuable
    good judgment
    unreasonable/unworkable
    against the rules
    30s
  • Q10
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. The course teaches students to avoid AMBIGUITY and obscurity of expression.
    plagiarism
    incorrect
    unclear or indeterminable
    lack of kindness
    30s
  • Q11
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. I missed the STIMULATION of working with others when I tried to go it alone
    kindness
    ability to interact
    habit or comfort
    rouse to action or effort
    30s
  • Q12
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. His citation says he showed outstanding and EXEMPLARY courage.
    limitless, infinite
    strategic
    ideal, faultless
    dramatic
    30s
  • Q13
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. The advantages of the scheme more than COMPENSATE for the risks associated with it.
    give in to
    show the advantages
    make up for
    stand for
    30s
  • Q14
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. Oystercatchers may wedge the shells into a CREVICE and chip away at the lip
    narrow opening
    moment
    dangerous situation
    huge divide
    30s
  • Q15
    Choose the best definition for the capitalized word according to the context in which it's used. In REMOTE mountain areas, voters arrived on horseback
    clear/open
    distant/far from the center
    limited
    populated
    30s

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