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Example Question #351 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COMPOSITION
Ambush
Structure
Posture
Declaration
Equity
Structure
The prefix "co-" means together, so it makes sense that “composition” means how something is put together, also known as its makeup or "structure." "Composition" can also mean the act of making something, but none of the answer choices matches this definition. “Declaration” means official announcement; “equity” means the trait of being fair and impartial; “ambush” means a surprise attack; and "posture" means the way in which one carries oneself and sits.
Example Question #352 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DETHRONE
Depose
Ridicule
Foil
Court
Summon
Depose
The prefix "de-" means reduce, away, or remove, so it makes sense that “dethrone” means remove from the throne or remove from power. "Depose," which also means remove from a position of power, is thus the correct answer. “Foil” means thwart or prevent; “summon” means send for or call for; “court,” when used as a verb, means pursue or consider; and “ridicule” means mock or bully.
Example Question #353 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARCHENEMY
Accomplice
Compatriot
Nemesis
Misanthrope
Friend
Nemesis
The prefix "arch-" means most or most important, so one's “archenemy” is one's biggest enemy, or “nemesis.” “Accomplice” means coconspirator or someone who works with someone else, especially to commit a crime; “compatriot” means fellow countryman; and “misanthrope” means someone antisocial who dislikes people.
Example Question #354 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SESSION
Omen
Benefactor
Crook
Forerunner
Sitting
Sitting
A “session” is a meeting of a council or a span of time scheduled for doing one specific thing, or a “sitting.” “Forerunner” means predecessor; “crook” means criminal; a “benefactor” is someone who funds something; and “omen” means sign of what might happen in the future.
Example Question #355 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUBVERSIVE
Troublemaker
Supporter
Manufacturer
Illustrator
Mentor
Troublemaker
The prefix "sub-" means under and the "-versive" portion of "subversive" derives from the Latin meaning turn, so it makes sense that someone who is “subversive” is rebellious and makes trouble, wanting to "subvert" or overturn something. As for the other answer choices, a “manufacturer” is someone who makes something; an “illustrator” is someone who draws something; a "supporter" is someone who supports something, and a "mentor" is someone knowledgeable in a given area who helps someone else gain knowledge in that area by advising that person.
Example Question #356 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EJECT
Distress
Reproach
Vend
Discharge
Reward
Discharge
The prefix "e-" can mean away or out and the "-ject" portion of the word derives from the Latin for "throw," so it makes sense that "eject" means throw away from. That makes "discharge" the correct answer, as "discharge" means toss away from. Considering the other answer choices, "reward" means give someone something nice for doing the right thing; “reproach” means show that one does not approve of something; “distress” means cause to become upset; and “vend” means sell.
Example Question #357 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DISMISS
Question
Demand
Introduce
Conclude
Ignore
Ignore
In the word "dismiss," the "dis-" prefix is functioning to mean away, and the "-miss" portion derives from the Latin for to send, so it makes sense that "dismiss" means send away or ignore. "Ignore" is thus the correct answer. Considering the other answer choices, “demand” means ask for forcefully as if the person being queried has no other choice; “question” means ask or cast doubt on; “introduce” means bring something up, like an idea or a person, for the first time; and “conclude” means determine or finish.
Example Question #358 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERACT
Communicate
Portray
Trade
Calculate
Undermine
Communicate
The prefix "inter-" means between, so it makes sense that "interact" means engage with another person, talk, or "communicate." As for the other answer choices, “undermine” means subvert, sabotage, or work against the progress of; “trade” means exchange goods; “calculate” means figure out or determine; and “portray” means show or represent.
Example Question #359 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ASYMMETRICAL
Resourceful
Outdated
Balanced
International
Uneven
Uneven
The prefix "a-" means not and negates the original meaning of a word. “Symmetrical” means having two halves that are mirror images of one another, so “asymmetrical” means not having two halves that are mirror images of one another. This makes "uneven" the best answer choice. As for the other answer choices, “resourceful” means capable and able to cope with many situations; “balanced” means even; “international” means global or having to do with multiple nations; “outdated” means out of date and obsolete.
Example Question #360 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Hummingbirds are __________ because they eat both insects and nectar.
omnivores
carnivores
omnipotent
herbivores
deities
omnivores
Animals that eat both other animals and vegetables are called “omnivores.” “Carnivores” eat only meat and “herbivores” eat only plants. The prefixes "omni-" (all) herb- (having to do with plants), and carn- (having to do with the body, flesh, or meat) are all relative here. A “deity” is a god or goddess; and “omnipotent” means all-powerful.
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