All SSAT Upper Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #111 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MEMENTO
Money
Toy
Bracelet
Heir
Keepsake
Keepsake
A synonym for "memento" is "keepsake," which means something special that reminds someone of something. A "bracelet" or "toy" can each be a memento, while an "heir" can be someone who inherits some type of memento, but none of these words mean "memento." The word "money" is unrelated.
Example Question #2 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
SHANTY
Omen
Etiquette
Messenger
Abyss
Shack
Shack
"Shanty" is a shack or small hut. "Omen" is a sign or warning of the future. "Etiquette" is socially accepted manners or customs. "Messenger" is a person who delivers letters and messages. "Abyss" is a deep hole or gap.
Example Question #3 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CAVITY.
Depth
Frank
Void
House
Filler
Void
A “cavity” is a hole or hollow space (usually used to describe a hole in a tooth). The correct answer is “void” which also means emptiness, lacking in something.
Example Question #55 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STRUCTURE
Device
Edifice
Tool
Education
Instrument
Edifice
The words "edifice" (or building) and "structure" are synonymous nouns referring to a built object or building. The other words do not have similar meanings.
Example Question #56 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOLID
Naval
Aquatic
Coastal
Marine
Concrete
Concrete
"Solid" and "concrete" are synonyms referring to objects that are firm and in an unchanging shape. The other words do not have relevant meanings. "Aquatic" and "marine" both refer to objects that are related to water. "Naval" refers to actions or objects related to the navy.
Example Question #191 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REFUGE
Campground
Asylum
Abode
Schoolhouse
Aviary
Asylum
A "refuge" is a sanctuary or asylum, a safe place to stay. An "abode" is a home (for people), while an "aviary" is a structure that houses birds. A "schoolhouse" is a building in which people (usually children) are educated. While "refugees" are often seen at campsites, a "campground" is not necessarily a "refuge."
Example Question #62 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MELEE
Meal
Roadway
Treaty
Skirmish
Document
Skirmish
A "melee" is a brawl or a physical fight. A "treaty," on the other hand, is a peace agreement. A "meal" is something eaten (breakfast, lunch, or dinner), and a "document" is a piece of paper on which there is writing or text. A "roadway" is a street or path.
Example Question #63 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ABODE
Retort
Creature
Home
Monster
Portrait
Home
An "abode" is a home or domicile. A "portrait" is a painting or photograph of a person. A "retort" is a response or a reply. A "creature" is an animal, occasionally an imaginary or monstrous one.
Example Question #64 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRACAS
Disturbance
Timber
Labyrinth
Victory
Voyage
Disturbance
A "fracas" is a disturbance of the peace, usually because of a small physical fight. "Timber" and "lumber" are synonyms, as are "voyage" and "journey." A "labyrinth" is a maze, and a "victory" is a triumph.
Example Question #65 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.
BRAWL
Abode
Duplicity
Scandal
Skirmish
Domicile
Skirmish
A "brawl" or a "skirmish" is a fight or quarrel. A "scandal" is an outrageous event. "Abode" and "domicile" both mean home, and "duplicity" means dishonesty.
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