SAT Vocabulary: Mastering Common Words for a High Score

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What is the primary focus of the vocabulary section on the current SAT?

  • Testing vocabulary knowledge through standalone questions
  • Comparing vocabulary to other subjects like math and science
  • Evaluating vocabulary in the context of grammar and syntax
  • Testing vocabulary in the context of reading passages (correct)

What is the benefit of studying vocabulary for the SAT, even though it's less emphasized than before?

  • It's only necessary for low-scoring students
  • It's only helpful for native English speakers
  • It can help you achieve a high or perfect score (correct)
  • It's not necessary at all, since it's not a major part of the test

What type of vocabulary questions are no longer found on the SAT?

  • Questions that focus on medium-difficulty words
  • Questions that test vocabulary in context
  • Questions that require vocabulary in math and science contexts
  • Analogies that focus solely on testing vocab knowledge (correct)

How many SAT vocabulary words are provided in the guide mentioned in the passage?

<p>262 of the most common SAT vocabulary words (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the level of difficulty of the vocabulary words tested on the SAT?

<p>All SAT words are of medium difficulty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which domain in the Reading and Writing section of the SAT includes vocabulary as a tested skill?

<p>Craft and Structure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary way vocabulary is tested on the new SAT?

<p>Context clues to interpret vocabulary words and understand the meaning of a passage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many vocabulary questions are typically included in the Reading and Writing section of the SAT?

<p>13-15 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of vocabulary words are typically tested on the new SAT?

<p>High-utility words and phrases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it helpful to know alternative meanings of relatively common words on the SAT?

<p>To understand the nuances of word meanings in context (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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