ISEE Middle Level Verbal : ISEE Middle Level (grades 7-8) Verbal Reasoning

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for ISEE Middle Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #506 : Synonyms

A synonym of "condolence" is __________.

Possible Answers:

compassion

severity

mentor

pardon

indifference

Correct answer:

compassion

Explanation:

"Condolence" is a noun that is usually used in its plural form and means "an expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of a death." So, we need to pick out an answer that means something like "an expression or sympathy." "Indifference," then, cannot be the correct answer because "indifference" is a noun that can mean "lack of interest, concern, or sympathy," making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "condolence." "Compassion," however, is a noun that can mean "sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others," and because "compassion" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "condolence," "compassion" is the correct answer.

Example Question #77 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

INTUITION

Possible Answers:

Daze

Entrapment

Reason

Instinct

Latitude

Correct answer:

Instinct

Explanation:

"Intuition" is defined as the power of knowing something immediately without conscious reasoning. The best match for this is "instict," which means innate knowledge.

Example Question #507 : Synonyms

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

ADJUNCT

Possible Answers:

Addition

Division

Juncture

Junk

Correct answer:

Addition

Explanation:

An "adjunct" is something that is added on to something that already exists. The best choice is "addition" because something that is an "adjunct" is an "addition" to something else. Considering the other choices, a "division" is a separation, "junk" is something of little value or things of little value, and a "juncture" is a point at which two things are joined.

Example Question #508 : Synonyms

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

PROPOSAL

Possible Answers:

Standard

Suggestion

Salute

Subtle

Trek

Correct answer:

Suggestion

Explanation:

A "proposal" is also known as a suggestion, so "suggestion" is the correct answer.

Example Question #509 : Synonyms

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

INCENTIVE

Possible Answers:

Insipid 

Banal 

Barrage 

Garrulous 

Motivation 

Correct answer:

Motivation 

Explanation:

"Incentive" is motivation or the reason behind doing something, so "motivation" is the correct answer. To help you, "garrulous" means talkative, "barrage" means overwhelm with a repeated attack, and "insipid" means dull or banal.

Example Question #141 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CONUNDRUM

Possible Answers:

Cusp

Instrument

Enlightenment

Enigma

Correct answer:

Enigma

Explanation:

A "conundrum" is something that is very difficult to understand. The best choice is "enigma," which means a person or thing that is very difficult to understand. Considering the other choices, "instrument" means an object or tool used to perform a task, often specifically to perform music, "cusp" means edge, and "enlightenment" means the state of having gained knowledge.

Example Question #151 : Identifying Synonyms

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

AVERSION

Possible Answers:

Promote

Dislike

Enjoy

Retire

Suffer

Correct answer:

Dislike

Explanation:

Things that you have an "aversion" to are things that you have a dislike for, so "dislike" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "aversion": "promote" means support or speak positively about; "retire" means stop working and usually receive benefits after having worked for a very long time; and "suffer" means experience pain and sadness.

Example Question #152 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PROPHESY

Possible Answers:

Domicile

Insomniac

Prediction

Reign

Obesity

Correct answer:

Prediction

Explanation:

A "prophesy" is a prediction or forecast of the future, so "prediction" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "prophecy": "domicile" means the location at which a person lives permanently; "reign" means the period during which a ruler rules; "obesity" means the medical condition of being overweight; and "insomniac" means someone who regularly has difficulty sleeping.

Example Question #153 : Identifying Synonyms

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

INCENTIVE

Possible Answers:

Boundary

Motivation

Compliment

Proximity

Oration

Correct answer:

Motivation

Explanation:

"Incentive" is something that motivates or gives a person a reason to do something, so "motivation" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "incentive": "proximity" means closeness or nearness; "boundary" means a line that marks the extent of a region or territory; an "oration" is a formal speech; and a "compliment" is a remark that shows admiration.

Example Question #154 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DELECTABLE

Possible Answers:

Unspoken

Savory

Extraneous

Abandoned

Audible

Correct answer:

Savory

Explanation:

Something that is "delectable" causes delight, often in relation to one's sense of taste. The word is a favorite of bakers in describing their pastry creations. The word is not related to the word "derelict" (abandoned or negligent).

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