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2-24-SAT Prep Reading and Writing
2-24-SAT Prep Reading and Writing
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This quiz tests students on reading comprehension and argumentation writing knowledge.
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1
What is "parallel structure"?
using words to create a phrase
using the same pattern of words
using different tenses of words
2
When a writer is trying to explain or inform, it is likely that the point of view will be ____.
biased
obvious
objective
colorful
3
I can't wait to go to ____ party!
thier
their
there
they're
4
The correct answers on the SAT Reading test usually display what kind of language.
decisive
moderate
conclusive
extreme
5
The thesis statement is commonly the first sentence in the introductory paragraph.
False
True
6
From the definitions I gave you, what does
temper
mean?
quick to anger
to moderate; soften
pronounce softly
stroke gently
7
All of the following are different kinds of supporting details that writers use except for ___.
statistics
descriptions
examples
main ideas
8
And he took her teeth out of her mouth so that she should not
masticate
food.
enjoy
chew
destroy
swallow
9
It is crucial to choose the answers on the Reading test that you can prove is in the passage.
True
False
10
A/an _____________ argument moves from general conclusions to details.
complicated
inclusive
inductive
deductive
11
It is better to do the general questions BEFORE the specific questions on the SAT Reading test.
True
False
12
Define
Ephemeral...
important
expensive
grand
short-lived
13
When writers use irony, they say the __________ of what they mean.
opposite
same
simile
tone
14
Abstemious
means well-suited for the occasion.
True
False
15
The correct answer on a SAT Reading Comp question, is the one that is open for interpretation.
True
False
16
To draw inferences, a reader must be able to
recognize slanted language.
understand a writer's purpose and tone.
connect with prior knowledge.
all of the above.
17
What is the meaning of
rapacity?
aggressive greed
desperation
loneliness
anger
18
Complete the following sentence with the correct verb. Neither Bob nor George_____ leaving.
are
is
19
Enshroud
means...
to cover
to mourn
to pound
to dismiss
20
Which of the following are signal words for contrast?
although, even so, however
result, reason, outcome
finally, since, until
likewise, both, also
21
Complete the following sentence with the correct verb. Most of the news ___ good.
are
is
22
In an argument essay, writers do not share their opinion.
False
True
23
The Writing and Language SAT exam is broken down into several categories.
False
True
24
Although these are all helpful reading strategies, which one have we NOT discussed?
Skim the passage
Read using the outline style
Skim the questions first
Read the whole passage
25
The tornado barreling towards us will
_____
our picnic plans.
effect
affect
26
In the Writing and Language section, standard English convention refers to all of these EXCEPT.
verb tense
grammar
rhyme
mood
27
A l
achrymose
interpretation of her role.
tearful
cowardly
convincing
lackluster
28
How long is the SAT Reading Comp. test?
60 minutes
65 minutes
35 minutes
55 minutes
29
Which of the following are signal words for the cause and effect pattern?
consequences, factors, outcome
although, opposite, however
near, beyond, within
after, during, while
30
The main idea sentence is the most general and most _______________.
elusive
intriguing
divisive
inclusive
31
Which of the following would most likely follow a contrast pattern?
an essay on the effects of global warming
email to a friend describing the layout of your new house
a recipe for making macaroni and cheese
article discussing the differences between cell phone plans
32
Critical reading involves
analyzing methods.
examining evidence.
all of the above.
examining sources.
33
On the Writing and Language section, it is your job to improve these major components EXCEPT.
punctuation
use of language
organization
development
34
His
credulous
behavior made me question his character.
manic outburst
hot temper
untruthful
gullible; ready to believe anything
35
Prosaic
means...
giving praise
interesting way of thinking
lacking imagination
leading in the wrong direction
36
Obfuscate
means to deliberately make something difficult to understand
True
False
37
The students longed for the
tedium
of the SAT exam to cease.
practice
length
boredom
questions
38
Which of the following is true?
One cause may have several effects.
All answers are correct.
There may be several causes leading to a single effect.
There may be a single cause and a single effect.
39
If a word or phrase is repeated in a paragraph, it is often the ______.
text
title
topic
total
