SAT Section 8 - Group 4
This is the Practice SAT Section 8.
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The Amazon River carries more water than the water carried in any of the world’s other rivers.
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The water carried in any of the world’s other rivers
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The water elsewhere in the world’s rivers
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Any other river in the world
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All rivers in the world
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Any of the world’s rivers elsewhere
Correct Answer
C. Any other river in the worldExplanation
The statement is comparing the amount of water carried by the Amazon River with the amount of water carried by other rivers in the world. The phrase "any other river in the world" indicates that the Amazon River carries more water than all the other rivers in the world.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The owners of stadiums that bear the names of now bankrupt companies have a problem what to do about the names.
- A.
What to do about the names
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What they should do about the names
- C.
Deciding what to do about those names
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To decide as to whether the names should stay
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Should they change those names or not
Correct Answer
C. Deciding what to do about those namesExplanation
The correct answer suggests that the owners of stadiums that bear the names of bankrupt companies are facing a problem and need to make a decision about what to do with those names. They are in the process of deciding and considering their options regarding whether they should keep the names or change them.Rate this question:
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- 3.
During the Fourth of July weekend in 1947, about six million people crowded onto the beach and into the amusements at Coney Island, “America’s Playground,” in Brooklyn, New York.
- A.
During the Fourth of July weekend in 1947,
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It was the Fourth of July weekend in 1947 that
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The Fourth of July weekend that occurred in 1947 was when
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The Fourth of July weekend in 1947,
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Occurring in 1947
Correct Answer
A. During the Fourth of July weekend in 1947, -
- 4.
Because fiscal problems will force some cities to lay off firefighters, and so the state legislature must decide whether to provide those cities with financial aid.
- A.
Firefighters, and so
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Firefighters is a matter
- C.
Firefighters,
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Firefighters; then
- E.
Firefighters; this is a problem
Correct Answer
C. Firefighters,Explanation
The given correct answer is "firefighters". This answer is likely the correct one because the explanation states that fiscal problems will force some cities to lay off firefighters. This suggests that the issue at hand is related to firefighters and the state legislature needs to decide whether to provide financial aid to those cities.Rate this question:
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- 5.
A recently published history of comic books reveal that Batman was begun as an experiment but became an institution.
- A.
Recently published history of comic books reveal that Batman was begun as an experiment
- B.
Recently published history of comic books reveals that Batman began as an experiment
- C.
Recent published history of comic books revealed that Batman, who began as an experiment
- D.
History of comic books, recently published, revealing Batman first began as an experiment
- E.
History of comic books having been recently published, it reveals how Batman began as an experiment
Correct Answer
B. Recently published history of comic books reveals that Batman began as an experimentExplanation
The correct answer is "recently published history of comic books reveals that Batman began as an experiment." This answer accurately states that a recently published history of comic books revealed that Batman started as an experiment.Rate this question:
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- 6.
A discovery in New Jersey actually contributed to the early economic development of America and, in 1714, a worker uncovered a green rock containing copper.
- A.
America and, in 1714, a worker uncovered
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America when, in 1714, a worker uncovered
- C.
America, thus, in 1714, a worker uncovered
- D.
America, that being a worker in 1714 uncovering
- E.
America, it was in 1714 a worker uncovered
Correct Answer
B. America when, in 1714, a worker uncoveredExplanation
In 1714, a worker in America uncovered a green rock containing copper. This discovery contributed to the early economic development of America.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Selected as an astronaut by NASA in 1990, over 719 hours in space were spent by Dr. Ellen Ochoa on three flights by 2001.
- A.
Over 719 hours in space were spent by Dr. Ellen Ochoa on three flights by 2001
- B.
By 2001, and on three flights, Dr. Ellen Ochoa spent over 719 hours in space
- C.
Three flights and 719 hours were spent by Dr. Ellen Ochoa in space by 2001
- D.
Dr. Ellen Ochoa, by 2001 spending over 719 hours in space on three flights
- E.
Dr. Ellen Ochoa had spent over 719 hours in space on three flights by 2001
Correct Answer
E. Dr. Ellen Ochoa had spent over 719 hours in space on three flights by 2001Explanation
Dr. Ellen Ochoa had spent over 719 hours in space on three flights by 2001.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The old maxim “Let the buyer beware” suggests that as a buyer we are responsible for inspecting merchandise for flaws before paying for it.
- A.
As a buyer we are responsible
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As a buyer it is their responsibility
- C.
The buyer is the responsible one
- D.
Buyers are responsible
- E.
Buyers are to be the ones responsible
Correct Answer
D. Buyers are responsibleExplanation
The given correct answer states that buyers are responsible. This means that it is the buyer's duty to inspect merchandise for any flaws before making a purchase. The old maxim "Let the buyer beware" emphasizes this responsibility and suggests that buyers should be cautious and take necessary precautions before paying for a product.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The same analysts who once favored public-opinion polls now see them as hampering representative government.
- A.
The same analysts who once favored public opinion polls now see them
- B.
The same analysts which were once in favor of public-opinion polls now have come to see them
- C.
Public-opinion polls, once favored by analysts, but now seen by these same analysts
- D.
As for favoring public-opinion polls, the same analysts now see them
- E.
Analysts once were in favor of public-opinion polls, which these same analysts now see
Correct Answer
A. The same analysts who once favored public opinion polls now see themExplanation
The statement suggests that the analysts who previously supported public opinion polls have now changed their perspective and view them as hindrances to representative government.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Sante Fe is one of the oldest cities in the United States, its adobe architecture, spectacular setting, and clear, radiant light have long made it a magnet for artists.
- A.
Santa Fe is one of the oldest cities in the United States, its
- B.
Santa Fe, which is one of the oldest cities in the United States, its
- C.
Santa Fe, which is one of the oldest cities in the United States, has
- D.
Santa Fe is one of the oldest cities in the United States; its
- E.
Santa Fe, one of the oldest cities in the United States, and its
Correct Answer
D. Santa Fe is one of the oldest cities in the United States; itsExplanation
adobe architecture, spectacular setting, and clear, radiant light have long made it a magnet for artists.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Dime novels, known in nineteenth-century England as “penny dreadfuls,” flourished because increased mechanization of printing and increased literacy rates made production of large numbers of these books profitable.
- A.
And increased literacy rates made
- B.
With increased literacy rates also made
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And also literacy rates increase and made
- D.
As well as increased literacy rates, making
- E.
And literacy rates increased, making
Correct Answer
A. And increased literacy rates madeExplanation
The correct answer suggests that the production of dime novels or "penny dreadfuls" flourished because of two factors: increased mechanization of printing and increased literacy rates. These two factors made it profitable to produce large numbers of these books.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Frequently on tour, a band called the Chieftains revered internationally as spirited performers of traditional Irish music.
- A.
Revered internationally as spirited performers
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Revered internationally and they are spirited performers
- C.
Is revered internationally for its spirited performances
- D.
Is revered internationally as giving spirited performances
- E.
Are revered internationally as being spirited performers
Correct Answer
C. Is revered internationally for its spirited performancesExplanation
The band called the Chieftains is highly respected and admired around the world for their lively and energetic performances of traditional Irish music.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Psychologists advise that before making any major changes in your life, a person needs to focus on one’s goals.
- A.
Your life, a person needs to focus on one’s goals
- B.
Their life, a person needs to focus on their goals
- C.
Their lives, focus on the goals
- D.
One’s life, you should focus on your goals
- E.
Their lives, people should focus on their goals
Correct Answer
E. Their lives, people should focus on their goalsExplanation
Psychologists recommend that individuals should focus on their goals before making any significant changes in their lives. This advice implies that people should prioritize their own aspirations and objectives when considering making major life decisions.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Some beaches are frequently contaminated by untreated sewage that flows into the ocean, which can last for several days.
- A.
Ocean, which can last for several days
- B.
Ocean that can last for several days
- C.
Ocean, it can last for several days
- D.
Ocean, while contamination can last several days
- E.
Ocean; the contamination can last for several days
Correct Answer
E. Ocean; the contamination can last for several daysExplanation
The correct answer is "ocean; the contamination can last for several days". This answer correctly identifies that it is the contamination that can last for several days, not the ocean itself. The phrase "the contamination can last for several days" provides a clear and concise explanation of the situation described in the sentence.Rate this question:
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