All ISEE Middle Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #781 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AVARICE
Sloth
Greed
Warmth
Envy
Generosity
Greed
“Avarice” is wanting more material wealth than you need, or "greed." As for the other answer choices, “sloth” is laziness; “envy” is jealousy or wanting something that someone else has; “warmth,” when used to describe a person, means open-heartedness, kindness and affection; and “generosity” means kindness in giving liberally.
Example Question #131 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INCENTIVE
Motivation
Abundance
Discretion
Scarcity
Resolve
Motivation
Your “incentive” for doing something is your reasons or "motivation" for acting in that way. As for the other answer choices, “resolve” means determination to pursue a difficult challenge despite obstacles; “discretion” means tact or caution regarding secrets; "scarcity” means rarity or state of having less of something that is desired or needed; and “abundance" means plenty or great quantity.
Example Question #783 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ALACRITY
Desperation
Eagerness
Hospitality
Bewilderment
Competition
Eagerness
“Alacrity” means energetic enthusiasm or "eagerness." As for the other answer choices, “desperation” means reckless despair; “bewilderment” means confusion; “hospitality” means being welcoming to guests and treating them well; and “competition” means a game, often a serious one, in which only one person or team can win.
Example Question #132 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AMBIENCE
Delegation
Entrance
Horticulture
Atmosphere
Administration
Atmosphere
The "ambiance" of a place is its general look and character, or its "atmosphere." As for the other answer choices, an “entrance” is where you can walk into a place; “administration” means the people in charge of running a company or government or the task of keeping such a group running smoothly; a “delegation” is representatives from some group of people; and "horticulture” is the study of growing plants.
Example Question #133 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLISS
Gathering
Pride
Celebration
Disaster
Happiness
Happiness
“Bliss” is another word for intense happiness, or euphoria, so "happiness" is the correct answer choice. As for the other answer choices, a “disaster” is a terrible thing that happens; “pride” is feeling good about yourself or something you have done; a “celebration” is a festival or party to mark a special occasion; a “gathering” is a get-together, or an act of people coming together.
Example Question #791 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
WRATH
Ecstasy
Envy
Anguish
Misery
Anger
Anger
“Wrath” means great anger and vengeance, so "anger" is the best answer choice. As for the other answer choices, “ecstasy” means great happiness; “envy” means jealousy; "anguish” means great pain and suffering; and “misery” means great sadness.
Example Question #792 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ZEAL
Ignorance
Belief
Passion
Height
Mistake
Passion
“Zeal” means "passion," and someone who is “zealous” is passionate. As for the other answer choices, a "mistake" is an error; a "belief" is something you think to be true; "height" is how tall someone or something is or how far above the ground something is; and "ignorance" is a state of not knowing information, often certain information.
Example Question #793 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PHENOMENON
Revision
Occurrence
Plan
Emotion
Idea
Occurrence
A "phenomenon" is a thing or occurrence, especially one that you are studying or don't completely understand, so "occurrence" is the correct answer.
Example Question #134 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PREROGATIVE
Posture
Determination
Right
Retort
Depiction
Right
A “prerogative” is a privilege or a "right." To provide further help, “depiction” means representation or how something is shown; “determination” is resolve, strength of mind, or fixation on accomplishing one goal; a “retort” is a reply, typically a clever or irritated one; and “posture" means the way in which one carries one's body, e.g. standing up straight or slouching.
Example Question #135 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COMMENDATION
Judgment
Order
Elation
Expression
Recognition
Recognition
The verb "to commend" means "to praise." Thus, a "commendation" is the actual praise that is received. For example, we might say that someone receives a commendation from the president of the United States for an important scientific breakthrough that will save many lives. Thus, the commendation is the actual praise that is given. It is a bit of an abstract word, for "praise" is not something that we can really touch or see. However, we do often talk like it is: "She received the praise with grace." Thus, someone could also say, "She received the commendation with grace and appreciation." Of the options given, only "recognition" is closest to this kind of praise. When we "recognize" someone, we often mean to call attention to that person and thus to praise him or her.
All ISEE Middle Level Verbal Resources
