root, prefix and suffix
Sentence Completions
Critical Reading
Looking for Details
Module review
100
The part of the word that contains the basic meaning (definition) of the word.
What is the "root"?
100
Know your vocabulary. Think about the standard dictionary definitions of the important words in the sentence.
What is a word sentence completion tip?
100
Did you know that more than 1/2 of the verbal portion of the test is reading comprehension -- 40 out of 78 questions! Accordingly, it makes sense that you should spend about 1/2 your verbal prepping time on this question type, right? Colleges want to evaluate what kind of a reader you are. It is logical that reading comprehension is important for academic success.
What is "Critical Reading - General Information"?
100
When dealing with short reading passages, it's important focus on ____.
What is details?
100
Learning about Vocabulary words and roots
What is 04.01 Cruise the Mediterranean
200
Definition of a prefix.
What is a word element that is placed in front of a root?
200
Although he was a friendly man, Bob continually _______ my sister. a. called b. surprised c. avoided d. complimented e. rewarded
What is c. avoided ?
200
When you're asked for the big picture or what the point of the passage is.
What is main idea?
200
Many people travel to Paris when they are learning to speak French. The best way to practice a language is to spend time with native speakers. Surrounding yourself with people who speak French helps you to improve.....
What is your own understanding of the language?
200
Learned in Speak the Queen's English.
What is Sentence completion?
300
The suffix of Astrology and its meaning.
What is ology meaning "the study of"?
300
Although he was considered by some for being overly _____, those closest to Wilson insisted that his sense of humor was sharp and delightful. a. authoritarian b. somber c. proud d. neat e. foppish
What is b. somber?
300
Information that is inferred is NOT directly stated. Instead, you're asked to figure out what a section of the passage seems to imply or suggest.
What is implied information?
300
Schools should be safe and secure places for all students, teachers, and staff members. Without a safe learning environment, teachers may have difficulty teaching and students may find their environment a difficult one in which to learn. Priorities set by schools, local authorities, and state and federal government have prompted the nation to focus on improving the safety of American schools. The effort toward providing safer schools requires establishing good indicators of the current state of school crime and safety, and periodically monitoring and updating these indicators. Student safety is of concern outside of school as well. In fact, as the data in this report show, a larger number of serious violent victimizations happen away from school than at school.This paragraph would most likely be part of a: A. Novel B. Official report C. Short Story D. Television show E. Advertisement
What is B. Official report?
300
Reading comprehension strategy was learned in...
What is 04.04 Think Aloud in Germany ?
400
Prefix, meaning around.
What is circum-?
400
Iodine deficiency is ____ in these remote mountain regions; however, it is no longer ____ in the lowlands where iodized salt is available. A. recorded - unusual B. rare - sporadic C. eradicated - common D. endemic - prevalent E. diagnosed - controlled
What is D. endemic - prevalent?
400
The question will identify a word or phrase and the line(s) where these appear. You're asked to infer.
What is Words/Phrase in Context?
400
Sixteen years had Miss Taylor been in Mr. Woodhouse`s family, less as a governess than a friend, very fond of both daughters, but particularly of Emma. Between them it was more the intimacy of sisters. Even before Miss Taylor had ceased to hold the nominal office of governess, the mildness of her temper had hardly allowed her to impose any restraint; and the shadow of authority being now long passed away, they had been living together as friend and friend very mutually attached, and Emma doing just what she liked; highly esteeming Miss Taylor`s judgment, but directed chiefly by her own. Which statement best characterizes the relationship between Emma and Miss Taylor? A. They tolerate each other. B. They used to be close but have grown apart. C. They are sisters. D. They are friends and very close to each other. E. They do not get along because Emma does what she wants.
What is D. They are friends and very close to each other?
400
We learned Literary terms in...
What is Review in Rome?
500
Prefix, meaning before.
What is ante-?
500
The assumption that chlorofluorocarbons would be ____ in the environment because they were chemically inert, was challenged by the demonstration of a potential threat to the ozone layer. A. deleterious B. innocuous C. persistent D. noxious E. durable
What is B. innocuous?
500
You're asked to collect information that is directly stated in the passage.
What is Stated Information?
500
What is indifference? Etymologically, the word means no difference. A strange and unnatural state in which the lines blur between light and darkness, dusk and dawn, crime and punishment, cruelty and compassion, good and evil. What are its courses and inescapable consequences? Is it a philosophy? Is there a philosophy of indifference conceivable? Can one possibly view indifference as a virtue? Is it necessary at times to practice it simply to keep one's sanity, live normally, enjoy a fine meal and a glass of wine, as the world around us experiences harrowing upheavals? How does the author of this speech feel about the concept of indifference? A. He believes it is a difficult concept to understand. B. He feels it is unnecessary. C. He believes it is a useful philosophy. D. He condemns people who are indifferent. E. He has never heard of the term.
What is A. He believes it is a difficult concept to understand?
500
We practiced with short reading passages in...
What is 04.08 Practice in Paris?
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