SAT Vocabulary Test A #7
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Questions and Answers
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A person or thing that aids the principal agent.
- A.
Accessory
- B.
Accurate
- C.
Achillean
Correct Answer
A. AccessoryExplanation
An accessory is a person or thing that aids the principal agent. In this context, an accessory is someone or something that provides support or assistance to the main person or entity involved in a situation or task. They may play a secondary role but are essential in helping the principal agent achieve their goals or objectives.Rate this question:
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- 2.
To utter with a shout.
- A.
Accommodate
- B.
Acclaim
- C.
Accumulate
Correct Answer
B. AcclaimExplanation
The word "acclaim" means to praise or applaud loudly. Therefore, it is the most suitable word that matches the definition "to utter with a shout." The other options, "accommodate" and "accumulate," do not convey the same meaning as "acclaim."Rate this question:
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- 3.
To furnish something as a kindness or favor.
- A.
Accessory
- B.
Accession
- C.
Accommodate
Correct Answer
C. AccommodateExplanation
The word "accommodate" means to provide or furnish something as a kindness or favor. It implies the act of making someone feel comfortable or meeting their needs. In this context, the other options, "accessory" and "accession," do not convey the same meaning of providing something as a favor. Therefore, "accommodate" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 4.
A subordinate part or parts, enriching or supporting the leading part
- A.
Accompanist
- B.
Accompaniment
- C.
Acidify
Correct Answer
B. AccompanimentExplanation
The correct answer is "accompaniment." In this context, a subordinate part or parts that enrich or support the leading part refers to something that enhances or complements the main element. An accompaniment is a musical part that supports and enhances the melody or main instrument, making it the most appropriate choice among the options provided.Rate this question:
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- 5.
One who or that which accompanies.
- A.
Accredit
- B.
Accredit
- C.
Acid
Correct Answer
B. AccreditExplanation
The word "accredit" is the correct answer because it means to give official recognition or approval to someone or something. In the context of the given question, "one who or that which accompanies" can be seen as someone or something that is officially recognized or approved to accompany someone. The other options, "acid" and "accredit" do not fit the given definition.Rate this question:
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- 6.
To go with, or be associated with, as a companion.
- A.
Accompany
- B.
Accuracy
- C.
Acetic
Correct Answer
A. AccompanyExplanation
The word "accompany" means to go with or be associated with someone or something as a companion. It is the most suitable word among the given options to convey this meaning. "Accuracy" refers to the correctness or precision of something, and "acetic" refers to a type of acid or a substance with a sour taste. Therefore, neither of these words accurately captures the meaning of the given statement.Rate this question:
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- 7.
An associate in wrong-doing.
- A.
Accomplice
- B.
Accusation
- C.
Accompany
Correct Answer
A. AccompliceExplanation
An associate in wrong-doing refers to someone who is involved in a criminal or illegal activity with another person. This term accurately describes an accomplice, who is a person that helps or participates in a crime or wrongdoing. An accusation refers to a formal charge or claim that someone has committed a crime, while to accompany means to go somewhere with someone. Therefore, the correct answer is accomplice.Rate this question:
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- 8.
To bring to pass.
- A.
Accredit
- B.
Accursed
- C.
Accomplish
Correct Answer
C. AccomplishExplanation
The word "accomplish" means to bring to pass or to achieve a desired outcome. It is the most suitable word among the given options that aligns with the meaning provided. "Accredit" means to give official recognition or approval, "accursed" means under a curse or condemned, while "accomplish" means to successfully complete or achieve something. Therefore, "accomplish" is the correct answer in this context.Rate this question:
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- 9.
A portable free-reed musical instrument.
- A.
Accusation
- B.
Accordion
- C.
Accuse
Correct Answer
B. AccordionExplanation
The given correct answer is "accordion." An accordion is a portable free-reed musical instrument. It consists of a keyboard and a set of bellows that are squeezed together and expanded, forcing air through reeds that produce sound. The other options, "accusation" and "accuse," are not related to musical instruments and do not fit the given description.Rate this question:
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- 10.
To speak to.
- A.
Accuracy
- B.
Accost
- C.
Acerbity
Correct Answer
B. AccostExplanation
Accost means to approach or speak to someone boldly or aggressively. In the given options, "accost" is the only word that fits the context of "To speak to." Accuracy refers to the correctness or precision of something, and acerbity refers to bitterness or sharpness of speech or manner. Therefore, "accost" is the correct answer as it directly relates to the action of speaking to someone.Rate this question:
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