PSAT Vocab Quiz 7

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    The police officers attempted to              the robber's plan to rob the bank, but were unsuccessful.

    • Rail
    • Query
    • Thwart
    • Unadulterated
    • Swarthy
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PSAT Vocab Quiz 7 assesses key vocabulary skills with context-based questions, enhancing comprehension and usage. It's designed for learners preparing for the PSAT, focusing on developing a robust vocabulary through practical examples.

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  • 2. 

    The young girl decided to            the librarian about the Dewey Decimal System.

    Explanation
    The young girl decided to query the librarian about the Dewey Decimal System.

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  • 3. 

    After many years of working in the hot sun, the young man can now only be described as 

    Explanation
    The word "swarthy" is used to describe someone with a dark complexion or tanned skin, typically due to spending a lot of time in the sun. In this context, the young man has been working in the hot sun for many years, which has caused his skin to become dark or tanned. Therefore, "swarthy" is an appropriate description for him.

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  • 4. 

    In To Kill a Mockingbird Scout's view on life is innocent and  

    Explanation
    Scout's view on life in To Kill a Mockingbird is described as innocent and unadulterated. This means that she sees the world with a pure and untainted perspective, free from corruption or contamination. Scout's innocence allows her to see things as they truly are, without prejudice or bias. Her unadulterated view on life enables her to question societal norms and challenge injustice, making her a powerful voice in the novel.

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    The young girl burst into tears after the teacher began to              her for not turning in her assignment.

    • Thwart

    • Rail

    • Swarthy

    • Unadulterated

    • Query

    Correct Answer
    A. Rail
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "rail". In this context, "rail" means to scold or criticize someone harshly. The young girl burst into tears after the teacher began to rail her for not turning in her assignment.

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