Figurative Language SOL Review '24 Stems

What does obsolete mean in the sentence? 'Many people believe that landline phones are now obsolete.'

• Popular

• Modern

• Outdated

• Expensive

In the sentence, what does meander mean? 'The trail meanders through the forest before reaching the lake.'

• Twists and turns

• Climbs steeply

• Ends abruptly

• Runs straight

What does the suffix -ist in artist tell the reader?

• A tool used for a task

• A person who does something

• A type of material

• A place where something happens

Read the sentence. 'The mayor's speech was brief but poignant, moving many to tears.' What does poignant mean?

• Funny

• Boring

• Deeply affecting

• Confusing

Based on the context, what does vital mean in the sentence below? 'It is vital that you turn in your permission slip today.'

• Optional

• Essential

• Unimportant

• Unlikely

What does futile mean in the sentence below? 'All their efforts to stop the flood were futile.'

• Successful

• Effective

• Useless

• Promising

Read the sentence. 'He had a knack for playing the piano beautifully without lessons.' What does knack mean?

• Mistake

• Talent

• Fear

• Dislike

Read the sentence. 'Her skepticism about the new plan was obvious.' What does skepticism mean?

• Trust

• Approval

• Doubt

• Excitement

The prefix anti- in antibiotic most likely means —

• For

• Before

• Against

• With

Which sentence uses the word resolve correctly?

• They resolve the cake for dessert.

• The resolve was a beautiful shade of blue.

• He resolved to finish his homework before dinner.

• She resolved the puzzle quickly.