SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #191 : Identifying Synonyms

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

MEMENTO

Possible Answers:

Keepsake

Toy

Bracelet

Money

Heir

Correct answer:

Keepsake

Explanation:

A synonym for "memento" is "keepsake," which means something special that reminds someone of something. A "bracelet" or "toy" can each be a memento, while an "heir" can be someone who inherits some type of memento, but none of these words mean "memento." The word "money" is unrelated.

Example Question #193 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

SHANTY

Possible Answers:

Etiquette

Abyss

Messenger

Shack

Omen

Correct answer:

Shack

Explanation:

"Shanty" is a shack or small hut. "Omen" is a sign or warning of the future. "Etiquette" is socially accepted manners or customs. "Messenger" is a person who delivers letters and messages. "Abyss" is a deep hole or gap.

Example Question #192 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CAVITY.

Possible Answers:

Void 

House 

Frank 

Depth 

Filler 

Correct answer:

Void 

Explanation:

A “cavity” is a hole or hollow space (usually used to describe a hole in a tooth). The correct answer is “void” which also means emptiness, lacking in something.

Example Question #55 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things

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

STRUCTURE

Possible Answers:

Instrument

Device

Education

Edifice

Tool

Correct answer:

Edifice

Explanation:

The words "edifice" (or building) and "structure" are synonymous nouns referring to a built object or building. The other words do not have similar meanings.

Example Question #194 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

SOLID

Possible Answers:

Aquatic

Naval

Coastal

Marine

Concrete

Correct answer:

Concrete

Explanation:

"Solid" and "concrete" are synonyms referring to objects that are firm and in an unchanging shape. The other words do not have relevant meanings. "Aquatic" and "marine" both refer to objects that are related to water. "Naval" refers to actions or objects related to the navy

Example Question #195 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

REFUGE

Possible Answers:

Schoolhouse

Aviary

Abode

Asylum

Campground

Correct answer:

Asylum

Explanation:

A "refuge" is a sanctuary or asylum, a safe place to stay. An "abode" is a home (for people), while an "aviary" is a structure that houses birds. A "schoolhouse" is a building in which people (usually children) are educated. While "refugees" are often seen at campsites, a "campground" is not necessarily a "refuge."

Example Question #196 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

MELEE

Possible Answers:

Document

Treaty

Meal

Skirmish

Roadway

Correct answer:

Skirmish

Explanation:

A "melee" is a brawl or a physical fight. A "treaty," on the other hand, is a peace agreement. A "meal" is something eaten (breakfast, lunch, or dinner), and a "document" is a piece of paper on which there is writing or text. A "roadway" is a street or path.

Example Question #201 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ABODE

Possible Answers:

Monster

Retort

Home

Portrait

Creature

Correct answer:

Home

Explanation:

An "abode" is a home or domicile. A "portrait" is a painting or photograph of a person. A "retort" is a response or a reply. A "creature" is an animal, occasionally an imaginary or monstrous one.

Example Question #202 : Identifying Synonyms

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

FRACAS

Possible Answers:

Voyage

Timber

Labyrinth

Disturbance

Victory

Correct answer:

Disturbance

Explanation:

A "fracas" is a disturbance of the peace, usually because of a small physical fight. "Timber" and "lumber" are synonyms, as are "voyage" and "journey." A "labyrinth" is a maze, and a "victory" is a triumph.

Example Question #203 : Identifying Synonyms

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.

BRAWL

Possible Answers:

Scandal

Domicile

Duplicity

Skirmish

Abode

Correct answer:

Skirmish

Explanation:

A "brawl" or a "skirmish" is a fight or quarrel. A "scandal" is an outrageous event. "Abode" and "domicile" both mean home, and "duplicity" means dishonesty.

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