SAT Prep Unit 7 Roots Round 2

Question 1

Critics argue that the ______ values of the last century will not help us in our modern world.

Accepted Answer

antiquated

Question 2

Stephanie felt grateful for her sister's supportive diatribe.

Accepted Answer

incorrect usage

Question 3

"It's killing me" is a commonly used hyperbolic expression.

Accepted Answer

correct usage

Question 4

To emphasize the joke, you'll need to pronounce the last two words with an unusual inflection.

Accepted Answer

correct usage

Question 5

He tried to change the subject with a clumsy _______________.

Accepted Answer

deflection

Question 6

Their culture's polytheistic faith held to the belief in only one god.

Accepted Answer

incorrect usage

Question 7

Why would you direct that ___________ at your mom when she cares so much about you?

Accepted Answer

diatribe

Question 8

It was the first time in history that a state made the decision to ____________ from the union.

Accepted Answer

secede

Question 9

I understood about the ice cream, but aren't two desserts a bit successive?

Accepted Answer

incorrect usage

Question 10

He was the only actor on the stage, and reflected on life in a dramatic dialogue.

Accepted Answer

incorrect usage

Question 11

The doctor felt the new assignment was not ______________ to all of the interns.

Accepted Answer

equitable

Question 12

______________ and individualism are competing values.

Accepted Answer

Conformity

Question 13

As the tide receded, the water became more shallow.

Accepted Answer

correct usage

Question 14

If the endocrine system is impaired, then patients may not be able to develop at a normal rate.

Accepted Answer

correct usage

Question 15

While there was major damage to the _____________, the rhino's internal organs were all okay.

Accepted Answer

exoskeleton

Question 16

The Core 2 and the final exam will be happening __________________.

Accepted Answer

in quick succession

Question 17

Polyester is one of the most widely used ________________ in garment manufacturing.

Accepted Answer

polymers

Question 18

If a defender can get a hand up, it is possible to deflect the quarterback's pass.

Accepted Answer

correct usage

Question 19

The _____ spoken in the southern states can sound very different from what we're used to in PA.

Accepted Answer

dialect

Question 20

There is no room for error, so please be very ______________.

Accepted Answer

precise

Questions 20