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SAT Reading and Writing Practice Set- (FREE)
Question 1
It has recently been debated whether the works of twelfth-century Islamic philosopher Ibn Rushd were ___________ other Muslim philosophers of his time. His residence in what is now Spain, however, undeniably ensured that his writings primarily reached audiences far from the traditional centers of Islamic scholarship.
influential among
overlooked by
disregarded by
esteemed by
Question 2
Though it has been suggested that the works of the twelfth-century Islamic philosopher Ibn Rushd were ___________ other Muslim philosophers of his time, the fact that he lived in the Muslim-ruled part of what is now Spain meant that his writings were largely circulated in regions distant from the main Islamic academic centers.
mirrored by
distinct from
unrecognized by
foundational for
Question 3
While some scholars have argued that the works of twelfth-century Islamic philosopher Ibn Rushd were ___________ other Muslim philosophers of his era, his base in Muslim-ruled Spain ensured that his writings were more accessible in the West, far from the Islamic scholarly epicenter.
equivalent to
divergent from
irrelevant to
aligned with
Question 4
What is the primary purpose of the following passage? "Sarah stood on the cliff's edge, the wind in her hair, staring out at the vast ocean. The stars shone brightly above, giving a sense of the infinite expanse of the universe.
To depict a peaceful natural setting
To introduce a pivotal moment in the story
To create a sense of awe and vastness
To focus on the character's internal emotions
Question 5
What is the role of Louise Bennett in promoting Jamaican culture as depicted in the text?
She preserved traditional Jamaican stories
She brought Jamaican folklore to international audiences.
She popularized the use of Jamaican Creole in poetry.
She wrote extensively about Jamaican history.
Question 6
How did Mark Twain influence American literature according to the passage?
By documenting the American Civil War.
By introducing new literary genres.
By shaping it with his wit and satire.
By promoting American exceptionalism.
Question 7
What themes are central to Toni Morrison's novels as indicated in the passage?
Gender and sexuality
Race, identity, and history
Poverty and inequality
Love and betrayal
Question 8
The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway is known for its depiction of the post-World War I "Lost Generation." This novel primarily explores:
The glamour of expatriate life in Europe
The futility and aimlessness experienced by the younger generation
The excitement and dangers of bullfighting
Romantic relationships during tumultuous times
Question 9
Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley presents a futuristic society where individuals are conditioned to play specific roles. The primary theme of the novel is:
The danger of totalitarian governments
The consequences of extreme consumerism
The loss of individual identity
All of the above
Question 10
War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy weaves a narrative that spans the Napoleonic Wars through the eyes of multiple characters. The novel’s primary theme is:
The brutality of war
The intricacies of Russian society
The transformative power of love and forgiveness
All of the above
There are 54 questions to complete.