Digital SAT Practice Module One December 2024

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1- A game is a structured type of play, usually …………. for entertainment or fun, and sometimes used as an educational tool

A) Undertaken

B) Infiltrated

C) Merged

D) Indicated

2- Elections to the Adur District Council were held on 3 May 1979, alongside the general election. The entire council was up for election, following ……..changes that reduced the number of wards by one, but all together had added two seats. Overall turnout was recorded at 74.4%.

A) Fatal

B) Immediate

C) Boundary

D) Physical

3- The European balance of power is a tenet in international relations that no single power should be allowed to achieve ……….. over a substantial part of Europe. During much of the Modern Age, the balance was achieved by having a small number of ever-changing alliances contending for power, which culminated in the World Wars of the early 20th century.

A) Balance

B) Hegemony

C) Ultimate power

D) Divergence

4- Nambarrie is the brand name of a tea company, founded in Belfast in 1860, and later based in Andover, Hampshire. During wartime bombing in 1941, the company’s ………in Tomb Street, Belfast were completely destroyed, reportedly leaving only a horse drawn delivery van intact.

A) Premises

B) Thrivingness

C) Acknowledgments

D) refusal

5- The old man, a solitary figure in his cluttered bookshop, gazed at the newly acquired manuscript. It was a curious piece, a forgotten relic from a bygone era, its faded pages whispering tales of long-lost loves and forgotten dreams. A sense of unease crept over him as he turned the pages, a mix of excitement and trepidation. He knew this was no ordinary find, a piece of history waiting to be unearthed.

Which of the following best describes the old man's feelings about the manuscript?*

A) Disinterest and apathy

B) Curiosity and anticipation

C) Fear and dread

D) Indifference and boredom

6- The sun dipped below the horizon, casting long, dancing shadows across the quiet street. A lone figure, hunched over a worn leather-bound book, sat by the window, lost in a world of ink and paper. The flickering candlelight illuminated the weathered pages, revealing intricate patterns of words and ideas.

Which of the following best describes the author's purpose in this passage?*

A) To depict a scene of tranquility and solitude

B) To emphasize the importance of reading and learning

C) To highlight the contrast between light and darkness

D) To convey a sense of mystery and intrigue

7- The old man, a relic of a bygone era, sat hunched over his chessboard, his gnarled fingers tracing the intricate patterns of the game. His opponent, a young, brash prodigy, exuded an air of arrogance, his eyes flashing with a competitive fire. The room was silent, the only sound the ticking of the grandfather clock in the corner. The old man’s weathered face, etched with the lines of countless battles fought and lost, remained impassive. Yet, beneath the calm exterior, a storm of strategic thought raged.

Which of the following best describes the author's tone in this passage?*

A) Humorous and lighthearted

B) Somber and melancholic

C) Tense and suspenseful

D) Nostalgic and sentimental

8- In 2010, software engineer Alex Li developed an application to improve the accuracy of voice recognition systems. He discovered that certain phrases were difficult for the software to interpret accurately, though most people could understand them without issue. This led him to create a tool where users repeated specific phrases to confirm they were human, which also helped improve the software’s accuracy over time.

Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?*

A) To discuss Li’s creation of a voice recognition tool

B) To describe how voice recognition software works

C) To highlight Li's contribution to voice technology

D) To show the popularity of voice recognition

9- In F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby,” as Gatsby gazes across the bay at the green light on Daisy’s dock, the narrator reflects on the elusive nature of dreams and desires. He reached out towards the light, as if it held the key to his deepest longings.

Which choice best describes the function of the underlined sentence in the text as a whole?*

A) It symbolizes the character's desire for material wealth.

B) It foreshadows a tragic event that will later occur in the narrative.

C) It emphasizes the character's emotional connection to a specific object.

D) It underscores the character's pursuit of an unattainable goal.

10- In the world of American literature, Zora Neale Hurston is celebrated for her anthropological work and her contributions to the Harlem Renaissance. Hurston’s unique style and perspective are evident in her novel “Their Eyes Were Watching God,” where she explores themes of love, independence, and self-discovery among African American women in the early 20th century.

Which statement, if true, would best support the claim about Hurston's unique style and perspective as described in the passage?*

A) Hurston's novel was initially met with mixed reviews but has since gained recognition as a classic of African American literature.

B) In her writing, Hurston drew inspiration from her personal experiences growing up in the American South.

C) Hurston's work often incorporated elements of folklore, including dialects and traditions of the African American community.

D) Hurston's novels were primarily focused on exploring themes of political activism and social justice among African Americans.

11- The table below provides information on the credited film outputs of early Indigenous actors and filmmakers in the United States, specifically James Young Deer, Dark Cloud, Edwin Carewe, and Lillian St. Cyr (Red Wing). Given that many early film records are incomplete or lost, the counts listed for each individual represent minimums, not definitive totals.

	Years Active	Number of Films Known and Commonly Credited
James Young Deer	1909–1924	33 (actor), 35 (director), 10 (writer)
Dark Cloud	1910–1920	35 (actor), 1 (writer)
Edwin Carewe	1912–1934	47 (actor), 58 (director), 20 (producer), 4 (writer)
Lillian St. Cyr (Red Wing)	1908–1921	66 (actor)

Some researchers have noted that due to incomplete historical records, these numbers should be seen as minimal estimates.

Which choice best uses information from the table to illustrate this point?*

A) Dark Cloud’s 35 acting roles may only be a fraction of his actual film appearances.

B) James Young Deer was credited with exactly 33 films as an actor, the highest among the four listed individuals.

C) Lillian St. Cyr and Edwin Carewe each held roles that were not always credited on-screen, indicating a larger unseen presence.

D) Edwin Carewe’s contributions were limited to acting, as shown by his 47 credited acting roles.

12- The table below shows cheese consumption per person in the United States over several decades. Researchers have noticed a steady increase in cheese consumption in the U.S., particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, as cheese became a staple in more diets and various food products.

Year	Cheese Consumption (pounds per person)
1970	11.4
1980	14.3
1990	22.5
2000	28.4
2010	33.3
2020	38.0

Based on the data in the table, which choice best describes the trend in U.S. cheese consumption?*

A) Cheese consumption per person in the U.S. has nearly tripled since 1970.

B) Cheese consumption remained constant from 1980 to 2020.

C) The highest increase in cheese consumption per person occurred between 1990 and 2000.

D) Cheese consumption in the U.S. has decreased slightly since 2010

13- A recent study suggests that the decline in the number of honeybees in certain regions may be linked to the increasing use of neonicotinoid insecticides. These insecticides, commonly used on crops, have been shown to harm bees’ navigation abilities and memory, potentially leading to colony collapse disorder.

Which of the following, if true, would most weaken the argument that neonicotinoids are the primary cause of honeybee decline?*

A) A decline in the number of honeybee predators in regions where neonicotinoids are widely used.

B) A discovery of a new, more potent insecticide that is replacing neonicotinoids in agricultural practices.

C) A study showing that habitat loss and climate change are also contributing factors to honeybee decline.

D) An increase in the number of beekeepers who are using organic farming practices.

14- A new study suggests that a significant portion of the world’s population may be genetically predisposed to experience anxiety and depression. Researchers have identified specific gene variations linked to these mental health conditions.

Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen the argument that genetic factors play a significant role in the development of anxiety and depression?*

A) Environmental factors, such as stress and trauma, can trigger the onset of anxiety and depression in individuals with these genetic predispositions.

B) A large-scale study finds that people with a family history of anxiety and depression are more likely to develop these conditions themselves. *

C) A new medication is developed that effectively treats both anxiety and depression in a wide range of patients.

D) A study reveals that people with certain personality traits, such as neuroticism, are more prone to anxiety and depression.

15- The flag of Acadia is a symbolic flag representing the Acadian community of ……. was adopted on 15 August 1884, at the Second Acadian National Convention held in Miscouche, Prince Edward Island, by nearly 5,000 Acadian delegates from across the Maritimes.