FREE Digital SAT Practice Set 6 - Reading and Writing

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Question 1

 The International Space Station (ISS), a symbol of global cooperation and technological advancement, orbits the Earth and serves as a research laboratory for experiments that cannot be conducted on the ground. The unique microgravity environment of the ISS allows scientists to study:

Which choice best completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

  • the potential for interstellar travel

  • effects of space conditions on biological organisms

  • the feasibility of long-term human habitation on Mars

  • new methods for satellite communication

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Question 2

In "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy, a father and his son traverse a post-apocalyptic landscape, struggling to survive in a world devoid of civilization and law. Their journey explores the themes of:

Which choice best explores the central theme of the novel?

  • The resilience of nature in the face of human destruction

  • The enduring bond and love between a father and his son

  • The technological advancements that led to the apocalypse

  • The political systems responsible for the world's end

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Question 3

Vincent van Gogh's "The Starry Night" depicts the night sky swirling with bright stars, a moon, and a quiet town beneath. This masterpiece is often interpreted as van Gogh's contemplation of:

Which choice best completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

  • the boundary between life and death

  • the beauty and mystery of the cosmos

  • the tranquility of rural life

  • the turmoil of his mental state

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Question 4

Genetic engineering in agriculture has led to the creation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) designed to improve crop yields, enhance nutritional value, and provide resistance to pests and diseases. The primary goal of GMOs in agriculture is to:

Which choice best describes the primary purpose of GMOs?

  • Increase dependency on chemical fertilizers

  • Reduce biodiversity among plant species

  • Address global food security challenges

  • Promote organic farming practices

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Question 5

The concept of "net neutrality" refers to the principle that internet service providers should enable access to all content and applications regardless of the source, without favoring or blocking particular products or websites. The main argument in favor of net neutrality is that it:

Which choice best describes the main argument for net neutrality?

  • Increases the profitability of internet service providers

  • Ensures equal access to information and free expression online

  • Reduces the operational costs of internet-based businesses

  • Encourages government regulation of the internet

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Question 6

In Shakespeare's "Hamlet," the prince of Denmark grapples with questions of morality, revenge, and the nature of existence, famously pondering "To be, or not to be." This soliloquy primarily explores:

Which choice best captures the essence of Hamlet's soliloquy?


  • The inevitability of death and the afterlife

  • The political turmoil in the kingdom of Denmark

  • The dichotomy between action and inaction

  • The complexities of familial loyalty and betrayal

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Question 7

The theory of relativity, developed by Albert Einstein, revolutionized the way we understand time, space, and gravity. Its implications include the idea that:

Which choice best describes a fundamental implication of the theory of relativity?

  • Time passes at the same rate for everyone, everywhere

  • Mass and energy are interchangeable, as expressed in E=mc^2

  • Gravity is a force that acts instantaneously across distances

  • The universe is static and unchanging

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Question 8

process of photosynthesis not only provides oxygen but also plays a critical role in the carbon cycle, acting as a carbon sink by absorbing CO2. This function of photosynthesis is crucial for:

Which choice best completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

  • Increasing atmospheric CO2 levels

  • Mitigating the effects of climate change

  • Producing fossil fuels over geologic time scales

  •  Enhancing the greenhouse effect

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Question 9

The Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Australia, is the world's largest coral reef system and a biodiversity hotspot. However, it faces threats from climate change, pollution, and overfishing. The preservation of the Great Barrier Reef is vital because it:

Which choice best describes the significance of preserving the Great Barrier Reef?

  • Serves as a major tourist attraction and source of revenue

  • Acts as an important laboratory for marine research and conservation

  • Provides critical habitat for a diverse range of marine life

  • All of the above

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Question 10

The concept of "universal basic income" (UBI) proposes that all citizens receive a regular, unconditional sum of money from the government, aiming to reduce poverty and inequality. Critics of UBI argue that it:

Which choice best describes a common criticism of universal basic income?

  • Discourages productive work and innovation

  • Increases government surveillance and control over individuals

  • Is financially unsustainable for most countries' economies

  • Reduces the wealth and power of the elite class

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