During the SAT Reading test, you are likely to encounter a significant number of questions that focus on the meaning of a word or phrase found in the passage. This type of question is among the most common ones you'll encounter, usually ranging from 7-9 questions. You may come across questions that require you to determine the meaning of a word or phrase used in a specific context, such as in line 8 or lines 10-12. Your responsibility is not just to provide the dictionary definition, but to comprehend how the author is using the word or phrase in the given context. If you encounter an unfamiliar word or phrase, don't panic! The passage usually provides helpful clues that can help you identify the meaning.
Words in context questions on the SAT Reading test often have incorrect answer choices due to a couple of common errors. The first is when a word or phrase has multiple definitions, and an incorrect answer may include a familiar definition that does not fit the context of the passage. The correct answer should be the definition that best fits the context in which the word or phrase is used. The second error is when an incorrect answer is a "near miss," meaning it partially reflects the meaning of the word or phrase but does not fully align with the context of the passage. For example, an answer choice may have a positive connotation but uses a word that is more commonly associated with things instead of people, which would not make sense in the given context.
Here are some helpful tips for approaching word comprehension questions on the SAT Reading test:
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