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  • The scientist relied on empirical evidence rather than speculative claims. What does speculative most nearly mean?
    supported by observation
    widely accepted
    carefully organized
    based on guesswork
  • We gathered in the auditorium for the school assembly. What is an auditorium?
    a sports field
    a small study room
    a large room for listening or watching events
    a science laboratory
  • The microphone stopped working, so no one could hear the singer. Why is it called a microphone?
    it works with sound
    it measures distance
    it produces light
    it controls volume automatically
  • The doctor made a prediction about how long recovery would take. What does prediction most nearly mean?
    a statement about the future
    a summary of the past
    a description of the present
    a correction of a mistake
  • The dictator’s edict was considered incontrovertible by his supporters. What does edict most nearly mean?
    a public apology
    a scientific theory
    an official order
    a friendly suggestion
  • The principal will dictate the new school policy tomorrow. What does dictate most nearly mean?
    erase completely
    state or declare officially
    argue loudly
    question carefully
  • The spectators were excited as the runners crossed the finish line. What does spectators mean?
    people who compete in a race
    people who organize an event
    people who watch an event
    people who report the news
  • The audience remained silent during the performance. What does audience mean?
    the ticket sellers
    the performers on stage
    the stage crew
    the people watching and listening
  • The inspector was hired to inspect the safety equipment. What does inspect most nearly mean?
    examine carefully
    sell to customers
    advertise widely
    transport safely
  • The mountain peak was visible from miles away. What does visible most nearly mean?
    extremely tall
    covered in snow
    difficult to climb
    able to be seen
  • The archaic armarium contained valuable historical artifacts. What is an armarium?
    a musical instrument
    a cabinet or storage place
    a defensive shield
    a public courtroom
  • The spectators’ cheers echoed through the stadium. What does spectators mean?
    the athletes competing
    the people watching the event
    the announcers speaking
    the coaches directing plays
  • The sign was clearly visible in the bright sunlight. What does visible most nearly mean?
    simple to explain
    difficult to predict
    easy to hear
    able to be seen
  • The coach was very vocal about his expectations for the team. What does vocal most nearly mean?
    unwilling to speak
    confused and uncertain
    writing instructions down
    expressing opinions openly
  • The spectators were introspective after witnessing the powerful documentary. What does introspective most nearly mean?
    easily distracted
    loudly cheering
    openly critical
    thoughtfully examining one’s own feelings
  • The dictator refused to listen to opposing viewpoints. What is a dictator?
    a ruler who makes rules with total authority
    a team captain
    a judge in a contest
    a person who copies notes
  • The students were asked to predict the outcome of the experiment. What does predict most nearly mean?
    record results afterward
    repeat the steps exactly
    cancel the experiment
    say what they think will happen
  • The audience applauded at the end of the play. What does audience mean?
    the directors organizing
    the people watching and listening
    the critics reviewing
    the actors performing
  • The lawyer dictated a statement to her assistant. What does dictated most nearly mean?
    whispered quietly
    refused to comment
    spoke for someone to write down
    erased completely
  • The teacher encouraged students to expand their vocabulary. What does vocabulary most nearly mean?
    a list of school rules
    the sound system in a theater
    the set of words a person knows and uses
    a written speech
  • The phonograph was an early machine used to record sound. The root phon most nearly means —
    sight
    sound
    movement
    light
  • The teacher inspected each project before grading it. What does inspected most nearly mean?
    quickly counted
    copied exactly
    examined carefully
    threw away
  • The philosopher’s prediction proved to be remarkably prescient. What does prescient most nearly mean?
    knowing about events before they happen
    focused only on the present
    unwilling to decide
    easily persuaded
  • The symphony performed a complex piece of music. What is a symphony?
    a type of painting
    a large musical performance
    a written report
    a short speech
  • The visual effects in the movie were impressive. What does visual most nearly mean?
    related to sound
    related to sight
    related to taste
    related to smell
  • The class visited the aquarium to learn about ocean life. What is an aquarium?
    a place where water animals are kept and displayed
    a store that sells fish food
    a museum about history
    a science textbook
  • The inspector conducted a careful inspection of the building. What is an inspection?
    a public celebration
    a quick repair
    a loud announcement
    a close examination
  • The distant lighthouse was barely visible through the storm. What does visible most nearly mean?
    producing sound
    predicting danger
    able to be seen
    giving instructions
  • Her voice resonated with such sonorous depth that the entire auditorium fell silent. What does sonorous most nearly mean?
    difficult to hear
    harsh and grating
    high and squeaky
    rich and full in sound
  • The committee remained circumspect when discussing the controversial proposal. What does circumspect most nearly mean?
    cautious and careful
    quickly dismissive
    completely confused
    loudly expressive
  • The auditorium was filled to capacity before the concert began. What does auditorium most nearly mean?
    a small classroom
    a private office
    a hall for public performances
    a hallway locker area
  • The lawyer’s prediction about the case turned out to be correct. What is a prediction?
    a summary of past events
    a sudden decision
    a statement about what will happen
    a rule that must be followed
  • The general’s proclamation was vociferous and uncompromising. What does vociferous most nearly mean?
    poorly delivered
    secretly written
    loudly forceful
    calmly reasoned
  • The vocalist prepared for the concert. What is a vocalist?
    a photographer
    a singer
    a painter
    a dancer
  • The auditorium echoed when the microphone produced feedback. The word microphone contains the root phon. What does phon most nearly mean?
    movement
    light
    sound
    sight
  • The aquarium curator ensures the fish habitats are clean. What does aquarium most nearly mean?
    a class about biology
    a machine that filters water
    a book about oceans
    a place for keeping water animals
  • The spectators respectfully observed the ceremony. What does observed most nearly mean?
    watched carefully
    predicted accurately
    spoke loudly
    organized carefully
  • The inspector’s scrutiny was so meticulous that no flaw escaped his notice. What does scrutiny most nearly mean?
    sudden announcement
    careful examination
    official command
    public performance
  • The reclusive author remained invisible to the public eye for decades. What does reclusive most nearly mean?
    highly celebrated
    eager for attention
    frequently interviewed
    avoiding contact with others
  • The doctor’s diagnosis was based on what she could visibly observe. What does visibly most nearly mean?
    in a way that can be heard
    in a way that can be predicted
    in a way that can be measured
    in a way that can be seen
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