🌐Global Gateway Questions — SAT
439 solved questions with detailed explanations
An "abridged" version of a book is characterized by what feature?
Jerry felt an incredible "affinity" for Kramer. What does "affinity" describe?
Sam's proposed solution helped to _____ the tense situation, making it more agreeable for everyone.
The young scientist received numerous _____ for her groundbreaking research in genetics.
An act of "abnegation" involves what kind of personal sacrifice?
The books we read in this class are too 'cerebral'—they don't engage my emotions at all. What does 'cerebral' imply about the books?
Despite his disagreement with the new company policy, Chuck decided to _____ by the decision.
The jury concluded that the crime was a __________ act, planned with careful consideration rather than committed impulsively.
The 'conflagration' consumed the entire building. What does 'conflagration' refer to?
The villain's acts of extreme cruelty revealed the true extent of his moral __________.
The heavy rainfall began to _____ after an hour, much to the relief of the picnickers.
Despite the tempting dessert, John decided to _____ from eating it as he was on a strict diet.
A book that claims the Pyramids were built after the Titanic sank is "anachronistic." What does "anachronistic" mean?
After the concert, the large crowd began to __________ slowly from the venue.
In 1918, the Boston Red Sox won the World Series, but this success turned out to be an anomaly, as they did not win a World Series again for a long time. The word 'aberration' in this context suggests
Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'balk'?
Arnold, Mark, and Zebulon were "accommodating" to each other despite the small apartment. What does this imply about their behavior?
Critics condemned the novelist's 'brazen' attempt to plagiarize Hemingway's story. What does 'brazen' suggest about the attempt?
The three branches of the U.S. Government form an _____ much more powerful than its individual parts.
The committee's __________ tactics caused significant delays in approving the crucial new policy.