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 #961 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

RAVINE

Possible Answers:

Foe

Resignation

Abduction

Antidote

Gorge

Correct answer:

Gorge

Explanation:

"Ravine" means a deep gorge. "Antidote" is a medicine or treatment that counteracts or neutralizes a poison. "Foe" is an opponent or enemy. "Abduction" is a kidnapping. "Resignation" is the act of giving up a job or position.

Example Question #207 : Synonyms

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

EFFIGY

Possible Answers:

Epidemic

Oration

Invective

Statue

Plethora

Correct answer:

Statue

Explanation:

"Effigy" is a statute or sculpture of a person. "Invective" is a verbal attack. "Epidemic" is a widespread disease. "Oration" is a formal speech. "Plethora" means abundant or plentiful.

Example Question #208 : Synonyms

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

CUSP

Possible Answers:

Star

Edge

Plain

Sign

Plant

Correct answer:

Edge

Explanation:

The "cusp" of something is the point or end of it. The best choice is "edge," since it has the same meaning. All of the other choices are unrelated in meaning.

Example Question #209 : Synonyms

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

CITADEL

Possible Answers:

Team

Savior

Fortress

Chemical

Print 

Correct answer:

Fortress

Explanation:

A “citadel” is a fortress that commands a city, so "fortress" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to “citadel”. “Savior” means rescuer. “Chemical” means a purified substance, element, or compound. “Team” means group or crew. A “print” is a pattern or a reproduction.

Example Question #210 : Synonyms

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

HULL

Possible Answers:

Pastry

Safety

Mistake

Shell

River

Correct answer:

Shell

Explanation:

A “hull” is a shell or covering. It can also mean the main body of a vessel. So, "shell" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to “hull”. “Safety” means protection. “Mistake” means error. A “pastry” is a type of food that consists of baked dough. A “river” is a large stream of water.

Example Question #4 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things

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

CONDUIT

Possible Answers:

Bidder

Channel

Mask

Cinema

World

Correct answer:

Channel

Explanation:

A "conduit" is a channel or a passage for carrying a fluid. It is also a means by which something is transmitted. So, "channel" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to "conduit": “bidder” means a person making an offer to buy something at a certain price, usually in the context of an auction or sale; “mask” means cover or disguise; “cinema” means motion picture or theater; and “world” means the Earth or an imagined place like the Earth.

Example Question #962 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

CONDUIT

Possible Answers:

Closed 

System 

Open 

Medium 

Expression 

Correct answer:

Medium 

Explanation:

“Conduit” is a noun used to describe a channel or medium through which something is conveyed. A person can be a “conduit” for an idea or information, and a pipe or channel can be a “conduit” for liquid or electricity. The best answer is “medium,” which in this context describes something that enables passage from one area to another.

Example Question #963 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

ARTIFACT

Possible Answers:

Neutrality

Relic

Inspiration

Stain

Pastime

Correct answer:

Relic

Explanation:

An "artifact" is a manmade item of cultural or historical significance, or a "relic."

Example Question #964 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

CAVITY

Possible Answers:

Cacophony

Mountain

Domicile

Hole

Excursion

Correct answer:

Hole

Explanation:

"Cavity" means a hole; a Mountain is a large natural structure that is above sea level; Domicile is a home or residence; an Excursion is a trip or outing; and Cacophony means discordant sounds.

Example Question #965 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

CITADEL

Possible Answers:

Genius

Legacy

Fortress

Composition

Apex

Correct answer:

Fortress

Explanation:

A "citadel" is a fortress that commands a city.

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