SSAT Upper Level Verbal

A comprehensive guide to mastering the verbal section of the SSAT Upper Level, focusing on vocabulary, analogies, and reading comprehension skills.

Vocabulary FoundationsAnalogies and RelationshipsContext Clues in Sentences
Complex Analogy PatternsNuanced Vocabulary and Word RootsCritical Reading and Inference
Building a Daily Reading HabitUsing Vocabulary in ConversationSolving Real-World Problems with Analogies
Process of EliminationUsing Context to Your Advantage
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Study Strategies

Using Context to Your Advantage

Harnessing the Power of Clues

Look for hints in the words and sentences around a question. The author often gives clues, even if the answer isn’t obvious.

  • Read before and after the tricky word or phrase.
  • Look for signal words like 'however,' 'because,' or 'unlike.'
  • Use context to make your best guess, even if you’re unsure of the exact definition.

This makes even tough vocabulary and inference questions easier.

Examples

  • Spotting 'although' in a sentence hints that the meaning is the opposite of what you expect.

  • Identifying a list of examples helps you guess the meaning of an unfamiliar word.