Vocabulary
Define ambidextrous
able to use both hands equally
Which word best completes this sentence?
One egg is bigger than the other, but the difference is negligible.
a. stationary
b. noticeable
c. prominent
d. insignificant
d. Insignificant
True of False:
You will not lose points for answers left blank on the SAT.
False (always guess!)
bene-
good
aud-
to hear
Define lagged
to fail to maintain a desired pace or to keep up; fall or stay behind
Billy immediately knew that someone had thrown a rock at his car when he saw the shattered windshield.
a. demoralized
b. continuous
c. perplexed
d. fragmented
d. fragmented
True or False
When taking a timed test, you should answer the easy questions first and return to the harder ones if you have time.
True
voc-
to speak
Define embezzle
to steal money by falsifying records
Define alias
A fake name
Penguins are known to be one of the most gregarious birds, as they nest in large groups with intricate communication among themselves.
a. enthralling
b. fanciful
c. companionable
d. extravagant
c. companionable
True or False
Crossing out answers that you know are incorrect is not allowed during the SAT.
False! (Please cross out the answers you know are incorrect!)
mono-
one
dict-
to say
Define centennial
100th anniversary
John enjoyed many placid afternoons in the treehouse in the woods behind his tree where no one bothered him.
a. malicious
b. destructive
c. tranquil
d. turbulent
c. tranquil
Typically, your first response is usually correct.
True, only change your answers if you are sure that they are incorrect.
aqua-
water
Name a synonym for labyrinth.
maze, tangle
Define malignant
evil-natured, bad
We watched as the anchor sank to the bottom, pulling the rope until it was stretched.
a. minced
b. taut
c. slack
d. severed
b. taut
Name three objects you are allowed to bring to the SAT.
Pencil, calculator, watch, water, etc.
bio-
life
sect-
to cross or cut