SSAT Middle Level Verbal : SSAT Middle Level Verbal

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

INTRIGUINGLY

Possible Answers:

Tenderly

Suddenly

Interestingly

Idly

Unethically

Correct answer:

Interestingly

Explanation:

Something "intriguing" is interesting, curious, or fascinating. "Sudden" means abrupt or unexpected. "Unethical" means immoral. "Tender" means loving or gentle. "Idle" means inactive or unused.

Example Question #94 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

MENACINGLY

Possible Answers:

Maliciously

Generously

Magnanimously

Threateningly

Chronically

Correct answer:

Threateningly

Explanation:

Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.

Example Question #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

VACANTLY

Possible Answers:

Criminally

Poorly

Boastfully

Emptily

Skeptically

Correct answer:

Emptily

Explanation:

"Vacant" means empty, blank, or unoccupied. "Poor" and "rich" are antonyms, as are "criminal" and "lawful." "Skeptical" means doubtful or unconvinced. To be "boastful" is to brag excessively.

Example Question #96 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

KEENLY

Possible Answers:

Sharply

Bitterly

Loudly

Hauntingly

Zealously

Correct answer:

Sharply

Explanation:

"Keen" means sharp or eager, depending on the context. "Zealous" means fervent or fanatical. "Loud" and "quiet" are antonyms, as are "bitter" and "sweet." "Haunting" means moving, touching, or evocative.

Example Question #771 : Identifying Synonyms

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

IMMODERATELY

Possible Answers:

Modestly

Cluelessly

Humbly

Fashionably

Excessively

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

An "excessive" amount is too much, an "immoderate" amount. "Humble" means modest, and "fashionable" means stylish. "Clueless" means totally lacking in understanding and in comprehension.

Example Question #772 : Identifying Synonyms

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

BLURRILY

Possible Answers:

Drunkenly

Merrily

Tepidly

Unclearly

Cheerfully

Correct answer:

Unclearly

Explanation:

"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.

Example Question #773 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DISTINCTLY

Possible Answers:

Expensively

Distinguishably

Minimally

Entirely

Importantly

Correct answer:

Distinguishably

Explanation:

Something "distinct" is well defined or distinguishable from other things. "Entirely" and "wholly" are synonyms, as are "minimal" and "negligible." "Expensive" means costly. "Important" means significant.

Example Question #774 : Identifying Synonyms

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

LIVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Quietly

Rapidly

Adventurously

Cautiously

Furiously

Correct answer:

Furiously

Explanation:

To be "livid" is to be furious or enraged. "Quiet" and "noisy" are antonyms, as are "adventurous" and "cautious." "Rapid" means quick or fast.

Example Question #775 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PUNCTUALLY

Possible Answers:

Promptly

Lately

Religiously

Tardily

Financially

Correct answer:

Promptly

Explanation:

Something "punctual" is prompt or on time. This is an antonym of "tardy," which means late. "Lately," on the other hand, means recently. "Financial" describes things related to money, and "religiously" describes things related to religion.

Example Question #776 : Identifying Synonyms

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

THANKFULLY

Possible Answers:

Voraciously

Gratefully

Falsely

Hungrily

Bravely

Correct answer:

Gratefully

Explanation:

To be "thankful" is to be grateful or express gratitude. "Brave" means courageous, and "false" means untrue. "Voracious" means very hungry, ravenous.

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