Test Taking Vocabulary

To justify your answer means to..

• back it up with evidence to support your claim

• explain it thoroughly

• explain why all of the other answers are incorrect

• evaluate

When you infer, you always____.

• draw a conclusion based on facts

• justify your stance

• identify the main idea

• create a summary

When a test question asks you to develop an idea, you should____.

• evaluate an argument

• make long-term predictions

• compare and contrast its parts

• explain the parts of it in detail

In order to justify your stance, you must____.

• develop an idea

• provide evidence

• make a prediction

• evaluate an argument

What does "astounded" imply in a sentence?

• To feel indifferent

• To be mildly surprised

• To be extremely surprised

• To expect something

Identify the correct use of the word "menace" in a sentence.

• The dark clouds were a menace to the picnic.

• He menaced to complete the task on time.

• They enjoyed a lovely menace at the beach.

• She will menace the book by tomorrow.

Which of the following best defines "consultations"?

• A type of medication

• Discussions or meetings for advice

• A form of celebration

• A type of confrontation

Which sentence uses "enroll" correctly?

• He decided to enroll in the new art class.

• She will enroll her opinion on the matter.

• They enroll the car for a quick wash.

• You can enroll the TV to get better reception.

Which word best describes a feeling of deep sadness or sorrow?

• Vivacious

• Lament

• Sanguine

• Melancholy

What does "scornfully" mean?

• In a very polite manner

• With feelings of dislike or contempt

• In a very excited way

• With a lot of interest and enthusiasm