SAT Lesson 4 (Word Choice)

When she walked into the unfamiliar and bustling international conference, she felt ________, worried and fearful of her ability to network with such a wide array of industry professionals from different countries. Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

• diverse

• articulate

• apprehensive

• provincial

The journalist ______ or implied that the quiet response from the officials could indicate a lack of preparedness for the upcoming crisis, despite no direct admission of such a shortfall. Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

• inferred

• articulated

• resigned

• provincial

The university's student body is incredibly ______ with people of various backgrounds and countries represented, bringing a wealth of varied perspectives to campus life. Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

• diverse
• servile

• resolute

• articluate

Even though he was nervous, the valedictorian gave an______ speech that perfectly captured the experiences of his graduating class, receiving a standing ovation from his peers; he spoke exceptionally well.

• skeptical

• articulate

• provincial

• virulent

Before the first day of her new job, she felt ________, worried about making a good first impression on her new colleagues and hoping to fit in with the company culture.

• benevolent

• apprehensive

• pious

• trivial

Known for his ________ nature, the philanthropist was generous and donated large sums of his wealth to fund healthcare projects in underdeveloped regions.

• virulent

• provincial

• benevolent

• skeptical

The ______ bacteria caused an outbreak that was considered one of the most harmful in recent history, leading to a swift response from health organizations worldwide. Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

• pious

• diverse

• virulent

• inferred

After weeks of deliberation, she announced her ______ from the competitive chess circuit, accepting that it was time to focus on her health and personal life. Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

• inferred

• virulent

• resignation

• skeptical

The explanation given by the scientist managed to ______ or clarify the complex theory, making it accessible to the students in the audience who were not familiar with the advanced concepts.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

• illuminate

• resolution

• servile

• inferred

The teacher noticed that the student's essay displayed a rather ______ or narrow-minded viewpoint, not taking into account the rich cultural variations that exist within the country's history.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

• skeptical

• provincial

• diverse

• articulate