SSAT SSAT Practice Test (Lower Level: Reading) 3

Question 1

A passage says: 'The old house was a labyrinth of hallways.' What does 'labyrinth' mean?

Accepted Answer

A maze-like network

Answer

A labyrinth is a complicated, maze-like series of paths or passages.

Question 2

What is the 'theme' of a story?

Accepted Answer

The central message or lesson the story conveys

Answer

Theme is the underlying message or universal truth explored throughout the story.

Question 3

Which word is a synonym for 'diligent'?

Accepted Answer

Hardworking

Answer

Diligent means showing steady, careful effort — a synonym is hardworking.

Question 4

What is the difference between a 'fact' and an 'opinion' in a passage?

Accepted Answer

A fact can be proven; an opinion is a personal belief

Answer

Facts are verifiable statements, while opinions express personal views that may vary.

Question 5

An author who uses vivid, sensory language to create a mental picture is using:

Accepted Answer

Imagery

Answer

Imagery uses descriptive language that appeals to the senses to create mental pictures.