🌐Global Gateway Questions — SAT English

Accretion of minerals forms stalactites in caves. What is "accretion"?

The politician's speech was filled with _____ rhetoric, attacking his opponents with offensive language.

The old man's __________ expression rarely changed, making him seem perpetually unhappy.

In a few select regions of Western Mongolian, an archaic Chinese dialect is still spoken. 'Archaic' means:

The philosopher's ______ theory, though still unrefined, contained the seeds of a revolutionary new paradigm.

Grandiose visions for the future, though inspiring, must be tempered with realistic planning and achievable steps to avoid disappointment. What is a common characteristic of grandiose visions?

The jury found the company ______ in its failure to maintain safety standards, leading to severe penalties.

Dermit has a 'propensity' for dangerous activities such as bungee jumping. What does 'propensity' mean?

The gardener worked diligently to ______ the delicate seedlings, ensuring they grew into strong plants.

The employees became __________ after their requests for better working conditions were ignored.