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:

Suddenly

Interestingly

Idly

Unethically

Tenderly

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:

Chronically

Maliciously

Magnanimously

Threateningly

Generously

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:

Poorly

Criminally

Emptily

Skeptically

Boastfully

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:

Hauntingly

Sharply

Loudly

Bitterly

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 #97 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

IMMODERATELY

Possible Answers:

Cluelessly

Excessively

Fashionably

Modestly

Humbly

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 #98 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

BLURRILY

Possible Answers:

Drunkenly

Merrily

Unclearly

Cheerfully

Tepidly

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 #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

DISTINCTLY

Possible Answers:

Expensively

Importantly

Distinguishably

Entirely

Minimally

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 #100 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

LIVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Furiously

Rapidly

Quietly

Cautiously

Adventurously

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 #1571 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

PUNCTUALLY

Possible Answers:

Financially

Promptly

Religiously

Lately

Tardily

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 #1571 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

THANKFULLY

Possible Answers:

Falsely

Hungrily

Bravely

Voraciously

Gratefully

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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