SSAT Reading Practice Test 43 All Levels

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1. The passage was most likely taken from

  • A. a newspaper article
  • B. an encyclopedia
  • C. an advertisement for Karate lessons
  • D. a fitness magazine
  • E. a speaking engagement

2. The author suggests which of the following about martial arts?

  • A. There are some benefits of martial arts that all practitioners experience.
  • B. Karate and Taekwondo are the most well-known martial arts.
  • C. Practicing martial arts is now considered a sport and no longer a style of art.
  • D. Japanese revere Karate more than other martial arts.
  • E. Karate and Taekwondo are the only martial arts American service members have encountered while serving their country.

3. The word "This" mentioned in line 11 most likely refers to

  • A. karate
  • B. practitioners of martial arts
  • C. self-defense skills
  • D. philosophy and the arts
  • E. martial arts styles ending in do

4. According to the author, a martial arts practice of aikido

  • A. is a form of karate do
  • B. incorporates traditional weapons training
  • C. was created by American service members during World War II
  • D. offers physical and mental benefits
  • E. is more focused on developing mental focus than on self defense skills

5. The passage provides information that helps answer which of the following questions?

I. How many different types of martial art styles end in the word do?

II. What is the best style of martial arts?

III. What role did American service members play in the popularity of martial arts in the United States?

  • A. I only
  • B. II only
  • C. III only
  • D. I and II only
  • E. I and III only

6. The tone of the passage is primarily

  • A. conceited
  • B. heretical
  • C. admiring
  • D. informative
  • E. philosophical