Secondary School Admission Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: ANTAGONIST closest meaning:

Follower
Supervisor
Comrade
Opponent (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Opponent

An 'antagonist' is a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary. An 'opponent' is someone who competes with or opposes another in a contest, game, or argument. Both terms describe a person who stands against another, making 'opponent' the closest meaning.

Question 2: ________ is the finest word to define the author's attitude toward dogs.

disrespectful
conditionally affectionate
disparaging
reverential (Correct answer)
apathetic

Correct answer: reverential

To determine the author's attitude, one must analyze the tone and language used when describing dogs. If the author uses words that convey deep respect, admiration, and almost worship for dogs, then "reverential" accurately describes this highly positive and respectful attitude. The other options suggest negative or conditional feelings.

Question 3: A pizza is cut into 8 equal slices. If you eat 3 slices, what fraction remains?

1/4
5/8 (Correct answer)
3/8
1/2

Correct answer: 5/8

8 − 3 = 5 slices remain out of 8, so 5/8 of the pizza is left.

Question 4: PRAISE mean:

plenty
laud (Correct answer)
pledge
satisfaction

Correct answer: laud

To 'praise' means to express warm approval or admiration of someone or something. 'Laud' means to praise a person or their achievements highly, especially in a public context. Both words convey the act of expressing high commendation, making 'laud' the closest synonym.

Question 5: Which word choice makes a sentence more precise?

It was a good thing.
The presentation was good.
The presentation was outstanding. (Correct answer)
The thing was good.

Correct answer: The presentation was outstanding.

Using a specific, strong adjective like 'outstanding' is more precise and impactful than the vague word 'good.'

Question 6: In this passage, the author contrasts which of the following?

Hummingbirds that eat flower nectar and hummingbirds that eat insects
The beliefs of historical scientists and the beliefs of scientists of the author’s time (Correct answer)
Hummingbirds with long tails and hummingbirds with short tails
The results of feeding a hummingbird insects and the results of feeding a hummingbird flower nectar

Correct answer: The beliefs of historical scientists and the beliefs of scientists of the author’s time

The correct answer indicates that the author contrasts the views of scientists from different eras. This means the passage likely presents older, perhaps outdated, scientific theories or observations about hummingbirds, and then juxtaposes them with more current or accurate understandings held by scientists of the author's time. This highlights the evolution of scientific thought and knowledge.

Question 7: A passage describes events in the order they happened. This text structure is:

Cause and effect
Chronological (Correct answer)
Problem and solution
Compare and contrast

Correct answer: Chronological

Presenting events in time order is a chronological structure.

Question 8: How many degrees are in a right angle?

120°
45°
180°
90° (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 90°

A right angle measures exactly 90 degrees.

Question 9: In a poem, the author writes 'the wind whispered secrets.' What literary device is used?

Personification (Correct answer)
Simile
Hyperbole
Alliteration

Correct answer: Personification

Giving human qualities (whispering) to a non-human thing (wind) is personification.

Question 10: The principal wanted to rebuke the students.

Reprimand (Correct answer)
Reward
Ignore
Question

Correct answer: Reprimand

To "rebuke" means to express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone because of their behavior or actions. "Reprimand" is a direct synonym, meaning to officially or formally express disapproval. The principal would likely criticize the students for misbehavior, making 'reprimand' the most fitting choice.

Question 11: A circle has a radius of 5. What is its circumference in terms of π?

25π
5π
20π
10π (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 10π

Circumference = 2πr = 2 × π × 5 = 10π.

Question 12: The ratio of boys to girls in a class is 3:5. If there are 24 students total, how many girls are there?

9
18
12
15 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 15

The ratio has 8 parts and 24 ÷ 8 = 3, so girls = 5 × 3 = 15.

Question 13: Which word is a synonym for 'peculiar'?

Familiar
Strange (Correct answer)
Plain
Common

Correct answer: Strange

Peculiar means odd or unusual, making strange its best synonym.

Question 14: For the SSAT Writing Sample, students are given a choice between which two prompt types?

Narrative prompt and persuasive prompt
Creative story prompt and essay prompt (Correct answer)
Poem prompt and story prompt
Summary prompt and debate prompt

Correct answer: Creative story prompt and essay prompt

Students choose between a creative/narrative prompt and an essay/expository prompt.

Question 15: Derelict means:

Destroyed
Abandoned (Correct answer)
Responsible
Inhabited

Correct answer: Abandoned

The word 'derelict' describes something that has been abandoned and allowed to fall into disrepair, often referring to buildings or ships. It implies neglect and disuse. Therefore, 'abandoned' is the closest synonym.

Question 16: Analogy: HAMMER is to NAIL as KEY is to ___

Chain
Lock (Correct answer)
Metal
Door

Correct answer: Lock

A hammer is used on a nail, just as a key is used on a lock.

Question 17: The Trojan War, according to the passage, is rooted in:

unfulfilled promises
vanity and pride (Correct answer)
wealth and power
poor decisions

Correct answer: vanity and pride

Correct answer: vanity and pride Trojan War is rooted in vanity and pride.

Question 18: A rectangle has a length of 10 cm and a width of 4 cm. What is its perimeter?

20 cm
40 cm
14 cm
28 cm (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 28 cm

Perimeter = 2(length + width) = 2(10 + 4) = 2 × 14 = 28 cm.

Question 19: What is the value of √144?

12 (Correct answer)
24
72
14

Correct answer: 12

12 × 12 = 144, so √144 = 12.

Question 20: PENCIL is to GRAPHITE as PEN is to ___

Paper
Ink (Correct answer)
Lead
Nib

Correct answer: Ink

A pencil uses graphite as its writing medium, just as a pen uses ink.

Question 21: Which of the following statements is not a fact from the passage?

Once food is cooked, it cannot cause illness. (Correct answer)
Every year, more than 70 million Americans contract some form of foodborne illness.
Refrigeration can slow the growth of some bacteria.
The most common form of contamination in handled foods is calicivirus.

Correct answer: Once food is cooked, it cannot cause illness.

This question requires identifying a statement that is not supported by the passage (which is not provided here). The statement 'Once food is cooked, it cannot cause illness' is a common misconception. Cooked food can still cause illness if it is re-contaminated, improperly stored, or not reheated to a safe temperature, making it a likely non-fact in a passage about foodborne illness.

Question 22: According to the author,

perceived color varies. (Correct answer)
some artists use poor color combinations.
farmers are color-blind.
brick walls should be painted pure red.

Correct answer: perceived color varies.

Correct answer: perceived color varies. You should be able to infer this answer from the passage. If not, you can choose the correct answer by eliminating all the other choices as being ridiculous.

Question 23: Which number is even? 13, 27, 44, 51

13
51
44 (Correct answer)
27

Correct answer: 44

44 is divisible by 2, making it the only even number in the list.

Question 24: CLOCK is to TIME as THERMOMETER is to ___

Mercury
Temperature (Correct answer)
Weather
Heat

Correct answer: Temperature

A clock is an instrument designed to measure time, just as a thermometer is designed to measure temperature.

Question 25: Which sentence is the best summary of a passage about how bees help crops grow by spreading pollen?

Bees make honey in hives.
Bees support agriculture by pollinating plants. (Correct answer)
Farmers use tractors in fields.
Flowers bloom in spring.

Correct answer: Bees support agriculture by pollinating plants.

The summary captures the passage's central idea about bees and pollination.

Question 26: A bookshelf has 5 shelves with 9 books each. How many books are there in total?

40
54
45 (Correct answer)
50

Correct answer: 45

5 × 9 = 45 books total.

Question 27: BIRD is to NEST as BEE is to ___

Hive (Correct answer)
Flower
Swarm
Honey

Correct answer: Hive

A bird lives in a nest, just as a bee lives in a hive.

Question 28: Which word is an antonym for 'ancient'?

Modern (Correct answer)
Wise
Large
Old

Correct answer: Modern

Ancient means very old, so its antonym is modern, meaning new or current.

Question 29: In the first paragraph, the word zenith most likely refers to

a point on the horizon.
the hills.
a point directly overhead. (Correct answer)
a color.

Correct answer: a point directly overhead.

The word 'zenith' literally refers to the point in the sky or celestial sphere directly above an observer. Figuratively, it means the highest point or peak. Therefore, in the context of a paragraph, it most likely refers to a point directly overhead, indicating a high or culminating position.

Question 30: Solve the equation: -3 - [(2 - 1) - (3 + 4)] =

12
-9
-6
3 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 3

If the cabinet's price was reduced by 50% to $530, it means that $530 represents 50% (or half) of the original price. To find the original price, you can multiply the reduced price by 2 (or divide by 0.50). So, $530 * 2 = $1,060. The original cost was $1,060.

Question 31: HOSPITABLE mean:

disenchanted
inept
welcoming (Correct answer)
susceptible

Correct answer: welcoming

Correct answer: welcoming HOSPITABLE means welcoming

Question 32: What is 0.6 written as a fraction in lowest terms?

2/3
1/6
6/100
3/5 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 3/5

0.6 = 6/10, which reduces to 3/5.

Question 33: In the fifth paragraph, the speaker says, "If we had forty theatres of this kind in this city of four millions." I. the valuable role theater serves in society II. building new theaters would guarantee residents of the city would attend productions III. theater can enrich the education and morals of its attendees IV. all wealthy patrons should invest in theater construction

I and II only
I and III only (Correct answer)
II, III, and IV only
I only
I, III, and IV only

Correct answer: I and III only

Correct answer: I and III only E The speaker uses the phrase in the fifth paragraph to show the reach that more theatres could have on a community—"how they would educate and elevate!" He isn't trying to dictate what individuals should do with their money or guarantee attendance numbers at productions. He is indicating the valuable impact the theatre can have on the city because, as a means of education, theatre can better the lives as well as the actions and beliefs of those who attend shows.

Question 34: Which word best completes the sentence? 'She spoke in a _____ voice so as not to wake the baby.'

Shrill
Thunderous
Hushed (Correct answer)
Booming

Correct answer: Hushed

A hushed voice is very quiet and soft, appropriate for not waking a sleeping baby.

Question 35: The word 'benevolent' in a passage most likely means:

Confused
Cruel
Powerful
Generous and kind (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Generous and kind

Benevolent means well-meaning and kind, often characterized by doing good deeds.

Question 36: Solve the equation: 2.01 ÷ 1.02 =

0.507
2.0001
1.97 (Correct answer)
3.03

Correct answer: 1.97

First, find the total number of marbles: 14 (pink bag) + 18 (blue bag) = 32 marbles. When shared evenly between two children, each child receives 32 / 2 = 16 marbles. The question asks how many marbles in the pink bag (14) are less than what each child receives (16). The difference is 16 - 14 = 2 marbles.

Question 37: If 3x - 7 = 2x + 5, what is the value of x?

2
12 (Correct answer)
6
-12

Correct answer: 12

Subtract 2x from both sides to get x - 7 = 5, then add 7 to find x = 12.

Question 38: ALLEVIATE mean:

Increase
Allocate
Ease (Correct answer)
Solidify

Correct answer: Ease

Correct answer: Ease ”Alleviate" is a verb that means to make something bad less intense. Of the answer choices, "ease” has the closest meaning.

Question 39: What is 25% of 80?

30
25
15
20 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 20

25% = 1/4; one-quarter of 80 = 20.

Question 40: PRACTICAL mean:

feeling great regret
having great usefulness (Correct answer)
providing great support
difficult to learn

Correct answer: having great usefulness

Correct answer: having great usefulness PRACTICAL means having great usefulness

Question 41: What is the mean of the numbers 12, 15, 18, and 23?

18
17 (Correct answer)
16
15

Correct answer: 17

The sum is 68 and 68 ÷ 4 = 17.

Question 42: What is the value of the expression 6 + 4 × 5 - 2?

48
20
24 (Correct answer)
28

Correct answer: 24

Multiply first: 4 × 5 = 20, then 6 + 20 - 2 = 24.

Question 43: What is the main purpose of a nonfiction text that explains how volcanoes form?

To entertain with an exciting story
To inform readers about a scientific process (Correct answer)
To express the author's personal feelings
To persuade readers to visit volcanoes

Correct answer: To inform readers about a scientific process

Explanatory nonfiction texts aim to inform readers about how or why something occurs.

Question 44: The basic goal of the speaker is to

caution listeners against subpar theater practices
reminisce over his previous theatrical endeavors
congratulate the performance of a children's play
advocate for better arts education (Correct answer)

Correct answer: advocate for better arts education

Correct answer: advocate for better arts education C Remember to answer the question (why is the speaker sharing this information?) and not choose an answer about what the speaker is saying. The final three paragraphs explain the purpose of the author's speech—theatre has an influence on society and can educate its citizens, ultimately for the better. If there were more theatres, more lives could be reached, educated, and improved as a result.

Question 45: DEBRIS mean:

thievery
rubble (Correct answer)
plantation
scribe

Correct answer: rubble

The word 'debris' refers to scattered pieces of waste or remains, especially after destruction. 'Rubble' specifically describes waste or rough fragments of stone, brick, or concrete, often resulting from the demolition of buildings. Thus, 'rubble' is a direct and precise synonym for 'debris'.

Question 46: In the first paragraph, the word zenith most likely refers to ________.

a point directly overhead. (Correct answer)
a color.
a point on the horizon.
the hills.

Correct answer: a point directly overhead.

The "zenith" is an astronomical term that refers to the point in the sky or celestial sphere directly above an observer. Therefore, it means "a point directly overhead." This is its precise and commonly understood definition, often used in discussions of celestial bodies or atmospheric phenomena.

Question 47: Which title is the best fit for this selection?

“The History of the Pacific Ocean”
“European Sailors”
“Early Polynesian Navigation” (Correct answer)
“The Study of Navigation”

Correct answer: “Early Polynesian Navigation”

The title 'Early Polynesian Navigation' is the best fit because it directly and concisely states the main subject matter of the selection. A good title accurately reflects the passage's primary focus, and this title clearly indicates that the text will delve into the methods and history of navigation used by early Polynesian peoples. The other options are either too broad or too narrow.

Question 48: Four congruent sides of length t+1 make create a hexagon with a perimeter of 60. Its other two sides are in sync with one another. In terms of t, calculate the length of each of the other sides.

56−2t
28−t
56+2t
28−2t (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 28−2t

A hexagon has six sides. Four of these sides are congruent, each with length (t+1), so their combined length is 4(t+1) = 4t + 4. The other two sides are also congruent; let their length be 'y'. The total perimeter is 60, so 4t + 4 + 2y = 60. Solving for 'y', we get 2y = 60 - 4t - 4, which simplifies to 2y = 56 - 4t. Dividing by 2, the length of each of the other sides is y = 28 - 2t.

Question 49: Eris, the Goddess of Discord, is best described as the following:

altruistic
vain
clever (Correct answer)
benevolent

Correct answer: clever

Correct answer: clever Eris, the Goddess of Discord, can best be described as clever.

Question 50: The first three paragraphs have a primarily tone

nostalgic (Correct answer)
informative
whimsical
indignant

Correct answer: nostalgic

A nostalgic tone implies a sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past. If the first three paragraphs have this tone, they would likely describe past events, experiences, or a bygone era with a sense of fondness, perhaps tinged with a little sadness for what is no longer present. The language would evoke memories and a yearning for earlier times.

Question 51: NOVEL is to AUTHOR as SYMPHONY is to ___

Composer (Correct answer)
Conductor
Orchestra
Musician

Correct answer: Composer

A novel is created by an author, just as a symphony is created by a composer.

Question 52: WOEFUL mean:

reasonable
wretched (Correct answer)
dim
animated

Correct answer: wretched

The word 'woeful' means characterized by, expressive of, or causing woe or sadness; it implies a state of misery or extreme unhappiness. 'Wretched' similarly describes a person in a very unhappy or unfortunate state, or something of very poor quality. Both words convey a strong sense of misery or profound unhappiness, making 'wretched' the closest synonym.

Question 53: What is the author's main motivation for writing the essay?

to entertain
to inform (Correct answer)
to persuade
to analyze

Correct answer: to inform

If the essay primarily presents facts, explanations, or descriptions about a particular subject without attempting to persuade the reader, evoke strong emotions, or delve into deep critical analysis, then the author's main motivation is "to inform." The goal is to educate the reader about the topic in a straightforward manner.

Question 54: A right triangle has legs of length 6 and 8. What is the length of the hypotenuse?

10 (Correct answer)
12
14
48

Correct answer: 10

By the Pythagorean theorem, √(36 + 64) = √100 = 10.

Question 55: Culpable means:

Innocent
Blameworthy (Correct answer)
Having integrity
Touchable

Correct answer: Blameworthy

'Culpable' means deserving blame; guilty. If someone is culpable, they are responsible for a fault or wrong. Therefore, 'blameworthy' is a direct synonym, indicating that a person or action merits blame.

Question 56: BLATANT closest meaning:

Terrible
Expected
Patent (Correct answer)
Blaring

Correct answer: Patent

'Blatant' describes an action or bad behavior done openly and unashamedly, making it very obvious. 'Patent' means easily recognizable; obvious. Both words convey the idea of something being clear, evident, and unmistakable, often in a negative context.

Question 57: A car travels at 45 mph for 3 hours. How far does it travel?

90 miles
135 miles (Correct answer)
120 miles
150 miles

Correct answer: 135 miles

Distance = speed × time = 45 × 3 = 135 miles.

Question 58: What is the 140% of 70?

9800
150
98 (Correct answer)
0.98

Correct answer: 98

To find a percentage of a number, convert the percentage to its decimal equivalent and then multiply. 140% as a decimal is 1.40 (since 140/100 = 1.4). Therefore, 140% of 70 is calculated as 1.4 * 70. This multiplication yields 98.

Question 59: What is the difference between a 'fact' and an 'opinion' in a passage?

A fact is always interesting; an opinion is boring
A fact uses 'I'; an opinion uses 'they'
There is no difference
A fact can be proven; an opinion is a personal belief (Correct answer)

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

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

Question 60: Which of the following is equivalent to 0.75?

3/5
7/10
3/4 (Correct answer)
4/5

Correct answer: 3/4

0.75 = 75/100 = 3/4.

Question 61: There are sixteen empty chairs in Mrs. Bernardo's classroom. When every student is present, all of the chairs are filled. How many pupils make up her entire class if 2/5 of them are absent?

32
40 (Correct answer)
36
16

Correct answer: 40

If 16 chairs are empty and 2/5 of the students are absent, it means that 16 students represent 2/5 of the total class. To find the total number of students, we can set up the equation (2/5) * Total Students = 16. Solving for Total Students gives 16 * (5/2) = 8 * 5 = 40. Therefore, there are 40 pupils in her entire class.

Question 62: This selection's author is most likely a __________.

farmer.
experienced hunter.
conscious naturalist. (Correct answer)
young Indian.

Correct answer: conscious naturalist.

If the author demonstrates a deep understanding, keen observation, and appreciation for the natural world, its creatures, and ecological balance, they are most likely a "conscious naturalist." This implies someone who studies and cares deeply about nature, often with an environmental awareness and a desire to share their knowledge.

Question 63: Synonym: RAPID

Loud
Fast (Correct answer)
Heavy
Slow

Correct answer: Fast

Rapid means happening quickly, or fast.

Question 64: What is the 'theme' of a story?

The names of the characters
The main events that happen
The central message or lesson the story conveys (Correct answer)
The setting where the story takes place

Correct answer: The central message or lesson the story conveys

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

Question 65: Analogy: SECOND is to MINUTE as MINUTE is to ___

Week
Clock
Day
Hour (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Hour

Sixty seconds make a minute, just as sixty minutes make an hour.

Question 66: A passage states: 'Unlike dogs, cats often prefer solitude.' What text structure is used?

Chronological
Cause and effect
Compare and contrast (Correct answer)
Problem and solution

Correct answer: Compare and contrast

Comparing dogs and cats by showing differences uses the compare and contrast structure.

Question 67: An author calls winter 'a thief that steals the daylight.' Giving winter human action is:

Hyperbole
Metaphor only
Personification (Correct answer)
Allusion

Correct answer: Personification

Attributing the human act of stealing to winter is personification.

Question 68: ENGRAVE mean:

scrutinize
petrify
tomb
inscribe (Correct answer)

Correct answer: inscribe

To 'engrave' means to cut or carve a text or design into the surface of a hard object. 'Inscribe' means to write or carve words or symbols on something, especially as a formal or permanent record. Both terms describe the act of permanently marking a surface by cutting or carving, making 'inscribe' the closest synonym.

Question 69: An author's use of phrases like 'breathtaking' and 'magnificent' reveals their attitude, or:

Plot
Setting
Syntax
Tone (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Tone

Word choices that reveal an author's attitude define tone.

Question 70: Which word best completes the sentence? 'The scientist made a _____ discovery that changed medicine.'

Groundbreaking (Correct answer)
Ordinary
Dull
Trivial

Correct answer: Groundbreaking

Groundbreaking means innovative and highly significant, fitting a discovery that changes medicine.

Question 71: Choose the best word: 'After the long race, the runners were completely ___.'

Energized
Exhausted (Correct answer)
Excited
Amused

Correct answer: Exhausted

A long race would leave runners exhausted, meaning very tired.

Question 72: Billy covered 360 feet in his run. John ran 30 yards. What is the ratio of Billy's running distance to John's running distance?

36:1
4:1 (Correct answer)
12:1
5:1
6:1

Correct answer: 4:1

To compare distances and form a ratio, both measurements must be in the same units. Billy ran 360 feet. John ran 30 yards, and since 1 yard equals 3 feet, John's distance is 30 * 3 = 90 feet. The ratio of Billy's distance to John's distance is 360 feet : 90 feet. Simplify this ratio by dividing both numbers by their greatest common divisor, 90, resulting in 4:1.

Question 73: A passage says: 'The old house was a labyrinth of hallways.' What does 'labyrinth' mean?

A large room
A maze-like network (Correct answer)
A tiny space
A straight corridor

Correct answer: A maze-like network

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

Question 74: If 3/4 of a number is 18, what is the number?

21
27
13.5
24 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 24

Divide 18 by 3/4: 18 × 4/3 = 24.

Question 75: What is the next term in the sequence 2, 6, 18, 54, ...?

108
216
150
162 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 162

Each term is multiplied by 3, so 54 × 3 = 162.

Question 76: CHAPTER : BOOK :: VERSE : ___

Paragraph
Poem (Correct answer)
Library
Story

Correct answer: Poem

A chapter is a section of a book; a verse is a section of a poem.

Question 77: What is the value of 100 − 37?

63 (Correct answer)
53
67
73

Correct answer: 63

100 − 37 = 63.

Question 78: MEEK mean:

Powerful
Vibrant
Timid (Correct answer)
Vigorous

Correct answer: Timid

Correct answer: Timid “Meek” means mild, cowed or shy, so the correct answer is “timid,” which means shy. For clarification, the other four answer choices are all synonyms that mean powerful, lively or energetic.

Question 79: Polynesians visited __________ on numerous times.

Europe.
New Zealand. (Correct answer)
the Southern Cross.
the Atlantic.

Correct answer: New Zealand.

This question tests knowledge of a specific detail from the passage (not provided). Based on historical context and the likely subject of 'Early Polynesian Navigation' (from Q1), Polynesians were renowned for their extensive voyages across the Pacific. New Zealand (Aotearoa) was one of the major landmasses they discovered and settled, making it a frequently visited destination.

Question 80: Which of the following might be substituted for "furnishes" in line 17 without affecting the speaker's meaning?

adorns
provides (Correct answer)
equips
reclines

Correct answer: provides

Correct answer: provides A Read the sentence and substitute your own word into the sentence. For example, this theatre "shares" or "offers" pure and clean plays. Choice (A), provides, is closest in meaning to "shares" or "offers."

Question 81: The major goal of the author is to:

summarize the events most believed to have led to the Trojan War (Correct answer)
justify Paris' decision to choose Aphrodite as 'the Fairest'
reveal the underlying causes of the goddess' dispute
honour the soldiers that lost their lives in the ten year battle

Correct answer: summarize the events most believed to have led to the Trojan War

Correct answer: summarize the events most believed to have led to the Trojan War The author’s primary purpose is to summarize the events most believed to have led to the Trojan War.

Question 82: If a number is increased by 25% to become 75, what was the original number?

56.25
50
65
60 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 60

The original times 1.25 equals 75, so 75 ÷ 1.25 = 60.

Question 83: What is the value of 3³?

9
27 (Correct answer)
6
18

Correct answer: 27

3³ = 3 × 3 × 3 = 27.

Question 84: A passage has a heading, subheadings, and a glossary. This is most likely a:

Poem
Personal letter
Textbook excerpt (Correct answer)
Short story

Correct answer: Textbook excerpt

Textbooks typically use headings, subheadings, and glossaries to organize information.

Question 85: What is the median of the set {4, 9, 2, 7, 5}?

5 (Correct answer)
4
7
9

Correct answer: 5

Sorted, the set is {2, 4, 5, 7, 9} and the middle value is 5.

Question 86: DOCTOR is to STETHOSCOPE as PAINTER is to ___

Color
Canvas
Brush (Correct answer)
Gallery

Correct answer: Brush

A stethoscope is the primary tool of a doctor, just as a brush is the primary tool of a painter.

Question 87: Which of the following best describes a strong essay introduction?

A list of all the points to be made
An attention-grabbing hook followed by a clear thesis statement (Correct answer)
A summary of the entire essay
A restatement of the prompt with no opinion

Correct answer: An attention-grabbing hook followed by a clear thesis statement

A strong introduction hooks the reader and presents a clear thesis that guides the rest of the essay.

Question 88: What fraction of a dollar is 25 cents?

1/4 (Correct answer)
1/3
1/2
1/5

Correct answer: 1/4

25 cents is 25/100 = 1/4 of a dollar.

Question 89: Candidate X received 36,800 votes in a Kimball County election. Candidate Y, his opponent, received 32,100 votes. Write-in candidates received 2,100 votes. Candidate X received what percentage of the vote?

51.8% (Correct answer)
56.20%
53.40%
45.20%

Correct answer: 51.8%

Correct answer: 51.8% Candidate A’s vote percentage is the number of votes that he obtained divided by the total number of votes cast. Then, multiply that decimal by 100 to convert the decimal into a percentage. Therefore, Candidate A’s Vote is: Percentage 36800/(36800 + 32100 + 2100) × 100 = 51.8%

Question 90: Jolina purchased $24.15 worth of vegetables. She purchased two pounds of onions, three pounds of carrots, and twelve pounds of mushrooms. What is the price per pound of mushrooms if onions cost $3.69 per pound and carrots cost $4.29 per pound?

$2.75
$2.25
$2.60 (Correct answer)
$2.80

Correct answer: $2.60

First, solve the equation a + 3 = 14 for 'a'. Subtracting 3 from both sides gives a = 11. Then, substitute this value of 'a' into the expression 2a - 6. This becomes 2(11) - 6 = 22 - 6 = 16.

Question 91: If x = -3, what is the value of x² - 2x?

9
3
15 (Correct answer)
-3

Correct answer: 15

(-3)² - 2(-3) = 9 + 6 = 15.

Question 92: What does it mean when a passage is written in first-person point of view?

The narrator is unnamed
The narrator uses 'I' and tells their own story (Correct answer)
The narrator knows everything
The narrator is outside the story

Correct answer: The narrator uses 'I' and tells their own story

First-person point of view uses 'I' and presents the story from the narrator's personal perspective.

Question 93: FROWN is to DISAPPROVAL as SMILE is to ___

Happiness
Amusement
Joy
Approval (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Approval

A frown is a facial expression signaling disapproval, just as a smile signals approval.

Question 94: INCH is to FOOT as OUNCE is to ___

Pound (Correct answer)
Gallon
Kilogram
Gram

Correct answer: Pound

An inch is a smaller unit within a foot (12 inches = 1 foot), just as an ounce is a smaller unit within a pound (16 ounces = 1 pound).

Question 95: TIGHTFISTED means:

Nebulous
Impecunious
Prodigal
Thrifty (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Thrifty

'Tightfisted' describes someone who is reluctant to spend money; stingy. While 'thrifty' also implies carefulness with money, it carries a more positive connotation of being economical and prudent. Among the given options, 'thrifty' is the closest in meaning, as both relate to managing money carefully, though 'tightfisted' leans towards excessive frugality.

Question 96: A 350-student secondary school offers biology and chemistry classes. Biology has 213 students enrolled, while chemistry has 155 students. Both subjects are studied by 78 students. How many students aren't enrolled in either course?

78
70
60 (Correct answer)
50

Correct answer: 60

This is a set theory problem. First, calculate the total number of students enrolled in at least one course using the formula: (Biology students) + (Chemistry students) - (Students in both). This gives 213 + 155 - 78 = 290 students. To find how many students aren't enrolled in either course, subtract this number from the total student population: 350 - 290 = 60 students.

Question 97: What is the passage's major point?

foodborne illnesses (Correct answer)
bacteria
the dangers of uncooked food
proper food preparation

Correct answer: foodborne illnesses

If the passage primarily discusses diseases caused by contaminated food, their symptoms, prevention, or impact, then its major point is "foodborne illnesses." This encompasses the broader topic, while options like "bacteria" or "uncooked food" might be specific causes or aspects within that larger theme, but not the overall main point.

Question 98: The SSAT Writing Sample section gives students how many minutes to complete their essay?

10 minutes
25 minutes (Correct answer)
20 minutes
35 minutes

Correct answer: 25 minutes

Students are given 25 minutes to complete the SSAT Writing Sample.

Question 99: A car travels 180 miles in 3 hours. What is its average speed in miles per hour?

60 (Correct answer)
54
90
45

Correct answer: 60

Speed = distance ÷ time = 180 ÷ 3 = 60 mph.

Question 100: PROMINENT means:

outstanding (Correct answer)
extravagant
surreptitious
secret

Correct answer: outstanding

The word "prominent" means standing out so as to be easily seen, important, or famous. Therefore, "outstanding" is the best synonym, as it describes something exceptionally good, noticeable, or superior. The other options (secret, extravagant, surreptitious) have opposite or unrelated meanings.

Question 101: Which word is an antonym for 'plentiful'?

Rich
Abundant
Scarce (Correct answer)
Generous

Correct answer: Scarce

Plentiful means existing in large amounts, so its antonym is scarce, meaning in short supply.

Question 102: ____________ was a turning point in scientific theories concerning the age of humanity's existence on Earth.

evidence left by the Greeks, Romans, and early Britons.
new theories about the Flood and its effects on humanity.
new theological research of the Bible.
the discovery in France of the remains of extinct animals and humans together in an unflooded area. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: the discovery in France of the remains of extinct animals and humans together in an unflooded area.

This discovery was a crucial turning point because it provided physical evidence that humans coexisted with animals long thought to be extinct, and in a geological context that challenged the prevailing belief in a recent, catastrophic global flood. This directly contradicted the short biblical chronology of human existence, pushing back the perceived age of humanity significantly.

Question 103: If 2x + 3y = 12 and y = 2, what is x?

9
3 (Correct answer)
6
4

Correct answer: 3

Substitute y = 2: 2x + 6 = 12, so 2x = 6 and x = 3.

Question 104: Bren's savings account held $80. She made a deposit when she got her paycheck, bringing the total to $120. As a result of this deposit, by what percentage did the total amount in her account increase?

120%
50% (Correct answer)
35%
80%

Correct answer: 50%

First, calculate the amount of the increase: $120 (final amount) - $80 (initial amount) = $40. To find the percentage increase, divide the amount of the increase by the original amount and multiply by 100%. So, ($40 / $80) * 100% = 0.5 * 100% = 50%. The total amount in her account increased by 50%.

Question 105: Which text structure is used when a passage lists causes and their effects?

Problem and solution
Compare and contrast
Chronological order
Cause and effect (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Cause and effect

Cause and effect structure explains why events happen and what results from them.

Question 106: The phrase "riches take wings" can be interpreted as ____________.

a person makes a great deal of profit
a person loses money (Correct answer)
a person misplaces gold
a person makes a successful investment

Correct answer: a person loses money

The idiom "riches take wings" suggests that wealth or money can disappear quickly and unexpectedly, much like a bird flying away. Therefore, it means that a person loses money, often implying a sudden or unforeseen financial reversal. It conveys the idea of wealth being transient and easily lost.

Question 107: CLOCK : TIME :: THERMOMETER : ___

Pressure
Humidity
Temperature (Correct answer)
Weather

Correct answer: Temperature

A clock measures time; a thermometer measures temperature.

Question 108: A, B, and C are points on the number line in the diagram, with O representing the origin. What is the distance BC to distance AB ratio?

8:6
3:11 (Correct answer)
08:11
8:5
3:5

Correct answer: 3:11

The given line y = 3x - 4 has a slope (m1) of 3. A line perpendicular to it will have a slope (m2) that is the negative reciprocal of m1, so m2 = -1/3. The perpendicular line passes through the point (0,6), which means its y-intercept (b) is 6. Using the slope-intercept form y = mx + b, substitute m = -1/3 and b = 6 to get the equation y = -(1/3)x + 6.

Question 109: If there are 3 bags with 12 apples each, how many apples are there in total?

15
36 (Correct answer)
30
42

Correct answer: 36

3 × 12 = 36 apples total.

Question 110: Which of the following could be the point of view of the passage?

a devoted patron of the arts (Correct answer)
an exuberant stage manager
an enthusiastic producer
a perceptive critic

Correct answer: a devoted patron of the arts

Correct answer: a devoted patron of the arts A The speaker is not a stage manager or a producer. The speaker is also not being aloof or offering a critique of the play. Rather, the speaker is a strong supporter of the arts and feels strongly about what theatre can offer to citizens and their community.

Question 111: COWARDICE mean:

hatred
fearfulness (Correct answer)
cleverness
scoundrel

Correct answer: fearfulness

Cowardice refers to a lack of bravery or courage. This state is fundamentally driven by 'fearfulness', which is the feeling or showing of fear or apprehension. Therefore, 'fearfulness' is the core characteristic and closest meaning to cowardice.

Question 112: A triangle has angles of 50° and 70°. What is the third angle?

80°
60° (Correct answer)
70°
50°

Correct answer: 60°

The sum of angles in a triangle is 180°; 180 − 50 − 70 = 60°.

Question 113: In a passage about honeybees, the author says they 'communicate through an elaborate waggle dance.' What does the word 'elaborate' most likely mean?

Simple
Detailed and complex (Correct answer)
Fast
Repetitive

Correct answer: Detailed and complex

Elaborate means highly developed, detailed, or complex in nature.

Question 114: A train travels 120 miles in 2 hours. What is its average speed?

100 mph
60 mph (Correct answer)
80 mph
40 mph

Correct answer: 60 mph

Speed = distance ÷ time = 120 ÷ 2 = 60 mph.

Question 115: Succumb means

overcome.
repel.
invite.
surrender. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: surrender.

The word 'succumb' means to fail to resist pressure, temptation, or some other negative force. In essence, it means to give in or yield. Therefore, 'surrender' is the closest synonym among the given options, as it implies yielding control or resistance to an opposing force or condition.

Question 116: Gregarious means:

Sociable (Correct answer)
Introverted
Shy
Angry

Correct answer: Sociable

'Gregarious' describes a person who is fond of company; sociable. It implies enjoying being with other people and being outgoing. Therefore, 'sociable' is the most accurate synonym.

Question 117: SUCCOR mean:

Fowl
Obstruction
Qualm
Assistance (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Assistance

The word 'succor' refers to assistance and support in times of hardship and distress. 'Assistance' means the action of helping someone with a task or problem. Both terms denote providing help or aid, making 'assistance' the closest synonym for 'succor'.

Question 118: PRIME mean:

Secondary
Main (Correct answer)
Unimportant
Last

Correct answer: Main

The word 'prime' can mean of first importance, main, or fundamental. 'Main' means chief in size or importance. In this context, both words refer to something that is primary, principal, or most significant. Therefore, 'main' is the closest synonym for 'prime'.

Question 119: The hotel suite was opulent.

Smelly
Luxurious (Correct answer)
Clean
Spacious

Correct answer: Luxurious

'Opulent' means rich and luxurious or lavish. It describes something characterized by great wealth or abundance. Therefore, 'luxurious' is the most fitting synonym, conveying a sense of richness and extravagance.

Question 120: CAPTAIN is to SHIP as PILOT is to ___

Airport
Runway
Ticket
Airplane (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Airplane

A captain is in command of and operates a ship, just as a pilot is in command of and operates an airplane.

Question 121: The sky is usually ________ at the zenith.

greenish-blue.
yellow-orange.
violet-red.
violet-blue. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: violet-blue.

The passage likely explains principles of light scattering in the atmosphere. At the zenith (directly overhead), sunlight travels through the least amount of atmosphere, causing more of the shorter-wavelength blue and violet light to be scattered towards the observer, making the sky appear deepest blue or violet-blue.

Question 122: Select the best synonym for 'timid':

Loud
Shy (Correct answer)
Angry
Brave

Correct answer: Shy

Timid means lacking in courage or confidence, so shy is the best synonym.

Question 123: Which of the following statements best describes Tom's feelings toward the new boy?

Tom is afraid of the new boy.
Tom is embarrassed to be seen near the new boy.
Tom is impressed by the new boy.
Tom is annoyed by the new boy. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Tom is annoyed by the new boy.

Without the passage, we rely on common literary tropes. When a character like Tom encounters a 'new boy' and the correct answer is 'annoyed,' it suggests the passage likely describes Tom's irritation, perhaps through his thoughts, actions, or dialogue, indicating a strong dislike or vexation towards the newcomer.

Question 124: OUTFOX mean:

Outdo
Outwit (Correct answer)
Underestimate
Overlook

Correct answer: Outwit

To 'outfox' someone means to defeat or trick them by being more clever or cunning. The word 'outwit' carries the same meaning, implying the use of superior ingenuity or cleverness to overcome an opponent. Therefore, 'outwit' is the closest synonym for 'outfox'.

Question 125: BOOK is to CHAPTER as PLAY is to ___

Stage
Director
Scene (Correct answer)
Actor

Correct answer: Scene

A book is divided into chapters, just as a play is divided into scenes.

Question 126: The Trojan War, according to the passage, had all of the following EXCEPT:

romance
prisoners of war (Correct answer)
epic battles
proper documentation

Correct answer: prisoners of war

Without the passage, we must infer based on common knowledge of the Trojan War and typical literary portrayals. While the Trojan War is famously associated with romance (Helen, Paris), epic battles, and has been documented in historical accounts (though perhaps not 'proper documentation' in a modern sense), the specific detail of 'prisoners of war' might not be explicitly highlighted or central to the narrative in a given passage. The question asks what the passage *did not* have, implying the other options were present.

Question 127: In a creative writing prompt, which element is most important for engaging the reader?

A clear beginning, middle, and end with a compelling conflict (Correct answer)
Writing the longest story possible
Using as many adjectives as possible
Using complex vocabulary throughout

Correct answer: A clear beginning, middle, and end with a compelling conflict

A well-structured narrative with a compelling conflict keeps readers engaged from start to finish.

Question 128: The pink bag contains 14 marbles, whereas the blue bag contains 18 marbles. How many marbles in the pink bag are less than the marbles that each child will receive if the sum of the marbles in both bags is shared evenly between two children?

4
3
6
2 (Correct answer)
5

Correct answer: 2

To find the equation of a line, use the point-slope form: y - y1 = m(x - x1). Given a slope (m) of 1 and a point (x1, y1) of (4,7), substitute these values: y - 7 = 1(x - 4). Simplify to y - 7 = x - 4. Rearranging to the standard form x - y = constant, we get x - y = -7 + 4, which is x - y = -3.

Question 129: If 5(x + 2) = 35, what is x?

7
33
3
5 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 5

Divide both sides by 5 to get x + 2 = 7, so x = 5.

Question 130: What is the area of a triangle with base 10 and height 6?

32
16
60
30 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 30

Area = ½ × base × height = ½ × 10 × 6 = 30.

Question 131: What is the purpose of a concluding paragraph in an essay?

To introduce new evidence
To ask new questions
To restate the thesis and summarize the main points (Correct answer)
To list sources

Correct answer: To restate the thesis and summarize the main points

The conclusion restates the thesis and ties together the main supporting points made in the essay.

Question 132: A character who says one thing but clearly means the opposite is using:

Dialogue tag
Verbal irony (Correct answer)
Foreshadowing
Exposition

Correct answer: Verbal irony

Saying the opposite of what is meant is verbal irony.

Question 133: Which transition word best shows contrast between two ideas?

Similarly
Furthermore
However (Correct answer)
In addition

Correct answer: However

However is a transitional word used to introduce a contrasting idea or exception.

Question 134: What is the value of x if x/4 = 9?

36 (Correct answer)
5
13
2.25

Correct answer: 36

Multiply both sides by 4 to get x = 36.

Question 135: If x + 7 = 15, what is the value of x?

6
7
9
8 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 8

Subtract 7 from both sides: x = 15 − 7 = 8.

Question 136: What is the value of 2³ + 3²?

17 (Correct answer)
13
12
15

Correct answer: 17

2³ = 8 and 3² = 9, so 8 + 9 = 17.

Question 137: Solve the equation: 503.384 ÷ 62.3 =

10.08
7.68
8.08 (Correct answer)
7.08
9.08

Correct answer: 8.08

To solve 503.384 ÷ 62.3, perform the division. You can estimate by rounding to 500 ÷ 60, which is approximately 8. Performing the precise calculation, 503.384 divided by 62.3 equals 8.08. This aligns with the estimation and is one of the provided options.

Question 138: An author who uses vivid, sensory language to create a mental picture is using:

Foreshadowing
Imagery (Correct answer)
Alliteration
Dialogue

Correct answer: Imagery

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

Question 139: DIAPHANOUS closest meaning

Gauzy (Correct answer)
Webbed
Sturdy
Ominous
Frangible

Correct answer: Gauzy

'Diaphanous' describes something light, delicate, and translucent. It refers to material that is so fine and sheer that one can see through it. 'Gauzy' similarly describes something made of or resembling gauze, which is a thin, transparent fabric.

Question 140: In city driving, a car gets 20 miles per gallon of gas and 30 miles per gallon on the highway. How many gallons of gas will the automobile use on a 300-mile trip if 4/5 of the trip is on the highway and the rest is in the city at these rates?

25
14
20
5
11 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 11

First, calculate the miles driven on the highway: (4/5) * 300 miles = 240 miles. The remaining city miles are 300 - 240 = 60 miles. Next, calculate the gas used for each part: Highway: 240 miles / 30 mpg = 8 gallons. City: 60 miles / 20 mpg = 3 gallons. The total gas used is 8 + 3 = 11 gallons.

Question 141: PARCHED is to WATER as FAMISHED is to ___

Sleep
Rest
Food (Correct answer)
Exercise

Correct answer: Food

Parched means desperately in need of water, just as famished means desperately in need of food.

Question 142: Which sentence demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

The team are playing well.
Each of the boys were ready.
The dog runs fast. (Correct answer)
The students was excited.

Correct answer: The dog runs fast.

'The dog runs fast' correctly matches the singular subject 'dog' with the singular verb 'runs.'

Question 143: Except for one, all of the following types of archaeological evidence were discussed. Which is not included:

carbon dating. (Correct answer)
flint.
fossils.
extinct animal remains.

Correct answer: carbon dating.

This question requires referring to the specific passage. If the passage discussed archaeological evidence like flint tools, fossils, and remains of extinct animals, but did not mention "carbon dating," then carbon dating is the correct answer. Carbon dating is a scientific method used to determine the age of organic materials, rather than a type of physical evidence itself like the others.

Question 144: Which title best captures the essence of the passage's ideas?

“Recognizing Colors” (Correct answer)
“Artists vs. Farmers”
“The Summer Sky”
“Blue Hills”

Correct answer: “Recognizing Colors”

A title should broadly represent the passage's content. If the passage discusses how colors are perceived, interpreted, or vary under different conditions, then "Recognizing Colors" would be the most fitting title. The other options are either too narrow (like specific colors or objects) or suggest a different focus than a general discussion of color perception.

Question 145: PILOT : AIRPLANE :: CAPTAIN : ___

Ship (Correct answer)
Bicycle
Train
Car

Correct answer: Ship

A pilot navigates an airplane; a captain navigates a ship.

Question 146: OBSCURE synonym or closest definition:

benign
offensive
opinionated
unclear (Correct answer)

Correct answer: unclear

'Obscure' means not discovered or known about; uncertain, or not clearly expressed or easily understood. Therefore, 'unclear' is the most direct and accurate synonym, describing something difficult to perceive or comprehend.

Question 147: The passage's underlined section is most likely intended to _______.

encourage the reader to wonder about Tom's behavior
foreshadow something exciting that will happen to Tom
help the reader empathize with Tom and his experience (Correct answer)
distinguish the author from the narrator

Correct answer: help the reader empathize with Tom and his experience

Correct answer: help the reader empathize with Tom and his experience The underlined part of the passage occurs when the passage is discussing the particular kind of whistling Tom is learning to do: ”It consisted in a peculiar bird-like turn, a sort of liquid warble, produced by touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth at short intervals in the midst of the music—the reader probably: remembers how to do it, if he has ever been a boy. "The underlined part of the sentence assumes that the reader has likely learned how to whistle in this exact same way when ”he" was "a boy. "So, by pointing out an experience that the reader likely shares with Tom, the underlined part of the sentence is encouraging the reader to empathize with Tom, or understand his feelings.

Question 148: If a + 3 equals 14, then 2a-6 equals

22
14
18
16 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 16

Follow the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS). First, solve the innermost parentheses: (2 - 1) = 1 and (3 + 4) = 7. Next, solve the bracket: [1 - 7] = -6. Finally, perform the subtraction: -3 - (-6) = -3 + 6 = 3.

Question 149: INNOVATIVE mean:

New (Correct answer)
Incomplete
Mobile
Worn

Correct answer: New

The word 'innovative' describes something that features new methods, is advanced, and original. Its core meaning revolves around novelty and originality. Therefore, 'new' is the most fundamental and direct synonym, as innovation inherently involves introducing something not seen before.

Question 150: How many minutes are in 2 hours and 15 minutes?

135 minutes (Correct answer)
115 minutes
120 minutes
125 minutes

Correct answer: 135 minutes

2 hours = 120 minutes; 120 + 15 = 135 minutes.

Question 151: Preserve mean:

to conserve (Correct answer)
to destroy
to discover
to create

Correct answer: to conserve

Correct answer: to conserve "Preserve" means to conserve.

Question 152: PAINTER : CANVAS :: AUTHOR : ___

Novel (Correct answer)
Paper
Pen
Library

Correct answer: Novel

A painter creates on a canvas; an author creates a novel.

Question 153: What is the greatest common factor of 24 and 36?

8
6
24
12 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 12

The largest factor shared by 24 and 36 is 12.

Question 154: TIMID is to FEARLESS as GENEROUS is to ___

Wealthy
Selfish (Correct answer)
Charitable
Kind

Correct answer: Selfish

Timid and fearless are antonyms, just as generous and selfish are antonyms.

Question 155: According to the author,

perceived color varies. (Correct answer)
brick walls should be painted pure red.
farmers are color-blind.
some artists use poor color combinations.

Correct answer: perceived color varies.

If the passage discusses how factors like light, environment, or individual interpretation affect how colors are seen, then the author's main point would be that "perceived color varies." This implies that color is not absolute but subjective and dependent on various conditions, rather than being fixed or universally seen.

Question 156: PLACID closest meaning:

Candid
Tranquil (Correct answer)
Gregarious
Dull

Correct answer: Tranquil

"Placid" describes something that is calm, peaceful, and not easily upset or excited. "Tranquil" means free from disturbance; calm. Thus, "tranquil" is the closest synonym, accurately capturing the sense of peacefulness and serenity associated with placid.

Question 157: What is the GCF (Greatest Common Factor) of 12 and 18?

6 (Correct answer)
4
9
3

Correct answer: 6

Factors of 12: 1,2,3,4,6,12; factors of 18: 1,2,3,6,9,18; GCF = 6.

Question 158: Simplify the expression 4(2x - 3) + 5.

8x - 12
8x - 7 (Correct answer)
6x - 7
8x + 2

Correct answer: 8x - 7

Distribute to get 8x - 12, then add 5 for 8x - 7.

Question 159: What is 1/3 + 1/3?

2/3 (Correct answer)
1/3
1/6
2/6

Correct answer: 2/3

When adding fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators: 1/3 + 1/3 = 2/3.

Question 160: What is 7/8 expressed as a decimal?

0.85
0.825
0.875 (Correct answer)
0.78

Correct answer: 0.875

7 ÷ 8 = 0.875.

Question 161: DURABLE mean:

Fragile
Tall
Temporary
Sturdy (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Sturdy

Correct answer: Sturdy "Durable" is an adjective used to describe something that is difficult to break or damage. Of the answer choices, the word with the closest meaning is ”stable."

Question 162: Synonym: ANCIENT

Bright
Old (Correct answer)
Tall
Modern

Correct answer: Old

Ancient means belonging to the very distant past, or old.

Question 163: What does 'coherence' in writing mean?

Avoiding any punctuation
Using fancy vocabulary
Writing very long paragraphs
Ideas that are logically connected and flow smoothly (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Ideas that are logically connected and flow smoothly

Coherence means the writing is logically organized and transitions smoothly between ideas.

Question 164: GRIEVOUS synonym or closest definition:

serious (Correct answer)
frightening
casual
delighted

Correct answer: serious

'Grievous' describes something very severe or serious, often referring to a wrong, injury, or loss. It implies causing great suffering or distress. Therefore, 'serious' is the closest synonym, indicating something of great importance or severity.

Question 165: Synonym: HONEST

Clumsy
Sneaky
Truthful (Correct answer)
Rude

Correct answer: Truthful

Honest means telling the truth, or truthful.

Question 166: Finish the analogy. Greyhound is to racing as retriever is to __________.

resting
guarding
fetching (Correct answer)
talking

Correct answer: fetching

This analogy relates a specific breed of dog to its primary characteristic or purpose. Greyhounds are renowned for their speed and are associated with racing. Similarly, Retrievers are a breed of dog specifically bred and known for their ability to 'retrieve' or 'fetch' objects, often in hunting. Therefore, 'fetching' is the most appropriate completion for the analogy.

Question 167: COURTEOUS synonym or closest definition:

aware
interested
polite (Correct answer)
conscientious

Correct answer: polite

"Courteous" means polite, respectful, or considerate in behavior. "Polite" directly aligns with this definition, describing someone who shows good manners and respect for others. The other options do not capture the essence of respectful and well-mannered conduct.

Question 168: What is the first five sentences' major point?

The King is struggling to tell his daughter something when he is abruptly stopped. (Correct answer)
The King is having difficulty in expressing himself, so he ends the conversation.
The Princess does not feel the need for another mother, so she causes a diversion to stop the conversation.
The Princess wants her father to remarry.

Correct answer: The King is struggling to tell his daughter something when he is abruptly stopped.

To determine the major point, one must analyze the actions and dialogue in the first five sentences. The correct answer indicates that the King is attempting to convey something significant to his daughter but is prevented from doing so. This highlights a moment of interrupted communication and builds narrative tension, setting up a key plot point for the passage.

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