SAT Critical Reading: One Blank Sentences

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. In truth, the task was not __________, although the young man certainly acted as though it were the greatest burden he had ever undertaken.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. Although Jeremiah was unable to stand up due to his injury, he hoped one day not only to be able to stand but also to be __________ without any aiding devices.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. Tired of the influence of those whom he thought lacked merit to partake in the government, Frederick believed that the only acceptable option for governmental structure was one that had a significantly __________ element to it.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. The coach was a polarizing figure, as some saw his speeches as powerful motivational tools, while others saw them as nasty ___________.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. Peter was known for his __________, a trait that greatly annoyed his friends who valued taciturnity over all other character traits.

It can be rather tasteless to act __________ when one really should be humble and understated in his or her demeanor.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. In comparison with the inability of theoretical mathematicians to influence industry, the work being done in astrophysics has been especially __________ in bringing forth many practical, technological advances.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. It is not true that all wealthy people __________ all of their money; although some never give a penny to others, there are others who donate a large portion of their income and assets to charitable causes.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. A(n) ___________ aspect of a healthy psyche is the ability to cope with changes; without this skill, a person is almost guaranteed to have significant psychological problems in the course of life.

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence. The family huddled in the basement, relieved that the storm had finally passed, but they did not realize that it had been a mere __________ to the extremely severe weather that was soon to assault them.