SSAT Elementary Level Verbal : SSAT Elementary Level Verbal

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SSAT Elementary Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #25 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Synonyms: choose the answer that is closest in meaning to the word in question.

Flimsy

Possible Answers:

Magnetic

Strong

Quiet

Majestic

Fragile

Correct answer:

Fragile

Explanation:

"Flimsy" means fragile.

Example Question #1331 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

AQUEOUS

Possible Answers:

Argumentative

Plantlike

Curious

Serious

Watery

Correct answer:

Watery

Explanation:

The best choice is "watery," since the word "aqueous" means watery or pertaining to water. The root "aqua," which comes from Latin, is found in this word and means water. Words like "aqueous" or "aquatic" which contain this root have something to do with water. 

Example Question #1332 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

IMMACULATE

Possible Answers:

Patched

Spotless

Miraculous

Frozen

Soiled

Correct answer:

Spotless

Explanation:

“Immaculate” means perfectly clean and free from impurity. “Spotless" means free from spotting or dirt as the suffix "-less" means without or free from, so "spotless" is the correct answer. To help you, “soiled” means dirty.

Example Question #1333 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FLEXIBLE

Possible Answers:

Stylish

Goofy

Pliable

Warm

Respectful

Correct answer:

Pliable

Explanation:

"Flexible" is defined as capable of bending easily without breaking. Since "pliable" is defined as easily bent or flexible, "pliable" is the best answer choice.

Example Question #1334 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FAMISHED

Possible Answers:

Edible

Raw

Full

Exhausted

Ravenous

Correct answer:

Ravenous

Explanation:

"Famished" means extremely hungry, as does "ravenous," so "ravenous" is the correct answer.

Example Question #1335 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

NUTRITIOUS

Possible Answers:

Unhealthy

Vegetarian

Accessible

Nourishing

Cheap

Correct answer:

Nourishing

Explanation:

Since "nutritious" is defined as nourishing or effective as food, "nourishing" is the best answer choice. "Unhealthy" and "nutritious" are antonyms.

Example Question #1336 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

CONSPICUOUS

Possible Answers:

Invisible

Ordinary

Noticeable

Terrifying

Correct answer:

Noticeable

Explanation:

"Conspicuous" means standing out so as to be clearly visible. "Noticeable," which means able to be easily noticed, is the best synonym of "conspicuous," so "noticeable" is the correct answer.

 

Incorrect answers:

"Invisible" means not able to be seen. It is an antonym of "conspicuous," which means clearly visible, so it is incorrect.

"Ordinary" means having no special or unusual features or normal, as in the sentence, "My house looks ordinary and doesn't stand out among the other houses in my neighborhood."

"Terrifying" means causing a feeling of extreme fear, as in the sentence, "I have a fear of heights, so while I thought that the Grand Canyon was beautiful from a distance, I found it terrifying when I stood at the edge and looked down."

Example Question #1337 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

MURKY

Possible Answers:

Clear

Gloomy

Painted

Shiny

Cold

Correct answer:

Gloomy

Explanation:

"Murky" is an adjective that means very dark or foggy or not completely understood; so, we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like foggy or not understood. "Gloomy" means dark and depressing, so "gloomy" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "murky" and the correct answer.

Example Question #1338 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

HOARSE

Possible Answers:

Artistic

Raspy

Smooth

Mountainous

Correct answer:

Raspy

Explanation:

Don't get this word confused with "horse," the animal! "Hoarse" means raspy or rough-sounding, especially when describing someone's voice. You've probably had a hoarse voice after getting a sore throat. "Smooth" means even or free of bumps; "artistic" means talented at art or creative activities, and "mountainous" refers to areas of land and means containing mountains.

Example Question #1339 : Ssat Elementary Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FRIGID

Possible Answers:

Different

Cold

Solid

Straight

Snow

Correct answer:

Cold

Explanation:

"Frigid" means very chilly or cold. Therefore, the best synonym for "frigid" is "cold." While "snow" is cold, it is a noun, and does not mean the same thing as "frigid." "Different," "straight," and "solid" are each unrelated to the word "frigid." Therefore, "cold" is the best answer.

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