🌐Global Gateway Questions — SAT English

My father’s long-winded explanation was a stark contrast to his usually 'pithy' statements. What does 'pithy' mean?

Angelos suffered terrible 'anguish' when he learned that Buffy had died. What emotion did Angelos feel?

The legal battle over the disputed inheritance became a protracted _________, draining the family's resources and emotional energy for years without any clear end in sight.

The great tradition of Western culture had its _____ in the cultures of Ancient Greece and Rome.

After years of eating simply, parents who now enjoy eating and drinking a lot, especially fine food, have become what?

The teacher showed great ______ with the struggling student, patiently explaining the concept multiple times.

The author's writing style, though admired by some for its unique charm, was considered by others to be overly _________, relying too heavily on archaic expressions and old-fashioned narrative structu

He attempted to ________ all traces of his past, hoping to start anew with a clean slate.

The anthropologist studied the traditional ______ of the remote tribe, observing their customs and social norms.

Which word describes something that is appealing because it is old-fashioned and perhaps a little unusual?