Adjectives and Adverbs in One-Blank Sentences - ISEE Upper Level Verbal Reasoning
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Joshua had a very daily schedule, rigidly planning every hour of the day.
Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Joshua had a very daily schedule, rigidly planning every hour of the day.
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Although it might seem that a rigid schedule is difficult, we cannot imply that directly. The word “regimented” best fits the needs of this sentence, meaning “strictly organized in a strict schedule.” The word is related to a number of words for “ruling” such as “regal,” “regent,” and “regalia.”
Although it might seem that a rigid schedule is difficult, we cannot imply that directly. The word “regimented” best fits the needs of this sentence, meaning “strictly organized in a strict schedule.” The word is related to a number of words for “ruling” such as “regal,” “regent,” and “regalia.”
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
The librarian continually reminds students to choose sources for their research papers since accuracy of information is important in the writing process.
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The librarian continually reminds students to choose sources for their research papers since accuracy of information is important in the writing process.
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Since the librarian wants information that is accurate in students' papers, she most likely reminds students to choose credible or trustworthy sources.
Since the librarian wants information that is accurate in students' papers, she most likely reminds students to choose credible or trustworthy sources.
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Robert loved to have large ceremonies in which he could present himself before a crowd in a grandiose and self-centered manner.
Robert loved to have large ceremonies in which he could present himself before a crowd in a grandiose and self-centered manner.
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Since Robert likes to draw attention to himself with large ceremonies, he could be said to act “pompously.” In an older sense, “pomp” or a “pompous display” would merely mean a large and splendid event. However, the word often implies not only a grand style but likewise that it is meant to draw attention to the one showing said style.
Since Robert likes to draw attention to himself with large ceremonies, he could be said to act “pompously.” In an older sense, “pomp” or a “pompous display” would merely mean a large and splendid event. However, the word often implies not only a grand style but likewise that it is meant to draw attention to the one showing said style.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Before you drink the water from that dirty river, you need to filter it and treat it with certain chemicals; only then will it be .
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Before you drink the water from that dirty river, you need to filter it and treat it with certain chemicals; only then will it be .
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"Potable" means suitable for drinking.
"Potable" means suitable for drinking.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
“Don’t you think that assigning five hours of homework a night is a bit too ?” the concerned parent asked the teacher.
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“Don’t you think that assigning five hours of homework a night is a bit too ?” the concerned parent asked the teacher.
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"Onerous" means burdensome.
"Onerous" means burdensome.
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“It wasn’t very nice or to tell that other little girl that you thought she was boring,” Ann said to her daughter.
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“It wasn’t very nice or to tell that other little girl that you thought she was boring,” Ann said to her daughter.
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"Tactful" means skillful at not offending others.
"Tactful" means skillful at not offending others.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Ever since Jean Paul and I broke up, everyone tells me the same phrase: there are always more fish in the sea.
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Ever since Jean Paul and I broke up, everyone tells me the same phrase: there are always more fish in the sea.
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"Hackneyed" means clichéd, or worn out by overuse.
"Hackneyed" means clichéd, or worn out by overuse.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Marisol had only a(n) understanding of how to fix and maintain her car, and so she took an automobile repair class.
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Marisol had only a(n) understanding of how to fix and maintain her car, and so she took an automobile repair class.
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"Superficial" means shallow, or lacking depth.
"Superficial" means shallow, or lacking depth.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Because Louisa had just jogged three miles in the sun, her face looked .
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Because Louisa had just jogged three miles in the sun, her face looked .
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"Florid" means having a red or flushed complexion. It also can mean flowery or ornate.
"Florid" means having a red or flushed complexion. It also can mean flowery or ornate.
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I don’t know what to do with a very student whom I have. My usual responses to bad behavior, such as sending him to the principal’s office and having conferences with the parents, are not changing his actions.
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I don’t know what to do with a very student whom I have. My usual responses to bad behavior, such as sending him to the principal’s office and having conferences with the parents, are not changing his actions.
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"Recalcitrant" means defiant or unapologetic.
"Recalcitrant" means defiant or unapologetic.
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Pick the best word to complete the sentence.
The young boy offered her his hand, grinning , since he knew it was still covered in mud.
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The young boy offered her his hand, grinning , since he knew it was still covered in mud.
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The subject of the sentence knows that he is going to cause someone displeasure, therefore he is being mischeivous—"devilish," when used in this context, means the same thing; therefore "devilishly" is the correct answer.
The subject of the sentence knows that he is going to cause someone displeasure, therefore he is being mischeivous—"devilish," when used in this context, means the same thing; therefore "devilishly" is the correct answer.
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Each question below is made up of a sentence with one or two blanks. One blank indicates that one word is missing. Two blanks indicate that two words are missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word or pair of words that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
The competitiveness between the hockey teams during the championship showed their desire to win.
Each question below is made up of a sentence with one or two blanks. One blank indicates that one word is missing. Two blanks indicate that two words are missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word or pair of words that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
The competitiveness between the hockey teams during the championship showed their desire to win.
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In the championship, both teams had a desire to win and were therefore relentless or persistent in their competitive spirit.
In the championship, both teams had a desire to win and were therefore relentless or persistent in their competitive spirit.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
In his enjoyment of the concert, Isidore was transported into a state of aesthetic joy.
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In his enjoyment of the concert, Isidore was transported into a state of aesthetic joy.
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Given the verb “transported,” this sentence describes a significant state experienced by Isidore. The term “rapture” best captures such intensity in experiencing delight. The word is derived from the Latin for “to seize,” and a person who is “rapt” is seized by some experience.
Given the verb “transported,” this sentence describes a significant state experienced by Isidore. The term “rapture” best captures such intensity in experiencing delight. The word is derived from the Latin for “to seize,” and a person who is “rapt” is seized by some experience.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
The dull early spring soon gave way to the colors of the full spring bloom.
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The dull early spring soon gave way to the colors of the full spring bloom.
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When applied to colors, the word “vivid” describes particular depth or brilliance. Generally, thoughts or recollections are termed “vivid,” as in “vivid memories;” however, the term originally meant merely “lively.” It is derived from the Latin base “to live” founding words like “revive,” “vivacious,” and “survive.”
When applied to colors, the word “vivid” describes particular depth or brilliance. Generally, thoughts or recollections are termed “vivid,” as in “vivid memories;” however, the term originally meant merely “lively.” It is derived from the Latin base “to live” founding words like “revive,” “vivacious,” and “survive.”
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
After two years on the shelf, the spices had become , having little remaining taste.
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After two years on the shelf, the spices had become , having little remaining taste.
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Based on the information provided, the only thing that we can say about the spices in question is that they have lost their flavor. In such a case, the spices are considered “insipid,” a word that is the opposite of “sapid,” which means “having a strong taste.”
Based on the information provided, the only thing that we can say about the spices in question is that they have lost their flavor. In such a case, the spices are considered “insipid,” a word that is the opposite of “sapid,” which means “having a strong taste.”
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Each question below is made up of a sentence with one blank. The blank indicates that a word is missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
When Suzie baked, she attempted to use combinations of ingredients in order to create delectable desserts.
Each question below is made up of a sentence with one blank. The blank indicates that a word is missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
When Suzie baked, she attempted to use combinations of ingredients in order to create delectable desserts.
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Since Suzie wants to create delicious desserts, she needs to use judicious combinations of ingredients or combinations she makes using good sense.
Since Suzie wants to create delicious desserts, she needs to use judicious combinations of ingredients or combinations she makes using good sense.
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Each question below is made up of a sentence with one blank. The blank indicates that a word is missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
His lifestyle was not conducive to running, biking, or similar activities.
Each question below is made up of a sentence with one blank. The blank indicates that a word is missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
His lifestyle was not conducive to running, biking, or similar activities.
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If his lifestyle is not conducive to physical activities, it means that he leads a sedentary or inactive life.
If his lifestyle is not conducive to physical activities, it means that he leads a sedentary or inactive life.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
The old woman was so that she looked through dumpsters for coupons others had thrown away.
Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
The old woman was so that she looked through dumpsters for coupons others had thrown away.
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The behavior exhibited by the old woman is a clear indicator that she has some problems with money. Two of the answer choices, "obsequious" and "preeminent," do not have much to do with financial issues. "Resplendent" and "generous," while having some relation to money, generally indicate having a large amount of wealth. "Impecunious," which means not having financial means, is the correct choice.
The behavior exhibited by the old woman is a clear indicator that she has some problems with money. Two of the answer choices, "obsequious" and "preeminent," do not have much to do with financial issues. "Resplendent" and "generous," while having some relation to money, generally indicate having a large amount of wealth. "Impecunious," which means not having financial means, is the correct choice.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
Fortunately, the concussed player was during his post-game check-up, and the prognosis was that he would recover well.
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Fortunately, the concussed player was during his post-game check-up, and the prognosis was that he would recover well.
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While the player did receive a concussion, which indicates harm and mental confusion, the structure of the sentence indicates something different. The fact that the player has a good prognosis means that he was actually clear-headed and awake, making "lucid" the correct answer.
While the player did receive a concussion, which indicates harm and mental confusion, the structure of the sentence indicates something different. The fact that the player has a good prognosis means that he was actually clear-headed and awake, making "lucid" the correct answer.
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Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
When their father decided to dress like them, his teenage children thought he looked and hopelessly out of touch.
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When their father decided to dress like them, his teenage children thought he looked and hopelessly out of touch.
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The main phrase to pay attention to in this sentence is "hopelessly out of touch." All choices with any sort of positive tone can be ruled out. The correct answer choice needs to indicate that the father looks silly, which is the definition of "ludicrous."
The main phrase to pay attention to in this sentence is "hopelessly out of touch." All choices with any sort of positive tone can be ruled out. The correct answer choice needs to indicate that the father looks silly, which is the definition of "ludicrous."
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