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Vocabulary TEST ANSWER 100%
1. Choose
the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
--Itinerant
a. permanent
b. flexible
c.
transient
d. dissatisfied
Ans: c
2.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the
options below.
This experiment was
designed to _____ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
a. illicit
b. elicit
Ans: b
3. Choose
the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill
will or give offense
a. labyrinthine
b.
invidious
c. titillating
d. envious
Ans: b
4. Choose
the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing
a desired result; effectiveness
a. contumacy
b. defenestration
c. conversion
d. efficacy
Ans: d
5. Choose
the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Lassitude
a. simplicity of speech
b. leniency
c. philanthropy
d. vigor
Ans: d
6. Choose
the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital Letters
in the
following
sentence.
The coach was absolutely
by his team's INDOLENCE and nasty attitude.
a. violent behavior
b. odorousness
c.
laziness
d. disappearance
Ans: c
7. Choose
the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital
Letters in the
following
sentence.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is
perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.
a.
smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding
b. dull; tiresome
c. cacophonous
Ans: a
8. Choose
the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital
Letters in the
following
sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS
thrill from watching her father skydive.
a.
empathetic
b. dangerous
c. pathetic
d. sickening
Ans: a
9.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options
below.
The crafty spy gave a
_____ name to the hotel clerk.
a.
fictive
b. fictional
c. fictitious
Ans: a
10.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Understood by or
intended for only a select few or a particular group.
a.
esoteric
b. eccentric
c. narcissistic
d. languid
Ans: a
11.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails
little work but provides a salary.
a. quiescence
b. theocracy
c. swindle
d.
sinecure
Ans: d
12.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic;
dull
a. turbid
b. torpid
c. turgid
d. tepid
Ans: d
13.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options
below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to
discover that his willful young wife _____ her wealth and _____ the law at
every opportunity.
a. flouted/flouted
b. flouted/flaunted
c.
flaunted/flouted
d. flaunted/flaunted
Ans: c
14.
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Refute
a. expose
b.
support
c. garbage
d. safe place
Ans: b
15.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options
below.
I screamed as the
monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and _____ path.
a. tortious
b.
tortuous
c. torturous
Ans: b
16.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to
anger; irritable
a. sapid
b.
irascible
c. jocund
d. incorrigible
Ans: b
17.
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital
Letters in the
following
sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave
Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
a. sage
b.
shriveled
c. creepy
d. jocular
Ans: b
18.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something
else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
a. abject
b. agrarian
c.
analogous
d. amalgam
Ans: c
19.
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital
Letters as it is used
in the
sentence below.
These artists really IMBUE
their work with a spirit of profound freedom.
a. spoil
b. detract from; debase
c. fill
or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
Ans: c
20.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the
options below.
Our lawyers have informed
us that while the new tax laws will not _____ our business directly, they may
have an adverse _____ on
the spending power of our customers.
a. effect/affect
b. affect/affect
c. effect/effect
d.
affect/effect
Ans: d
21.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the
options below.
The company is _____
committed to developing educational television programs for children.
a. holey
b. holy
c. wholly
Ans: c
22.
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital
Letters as it is used
in the
sentence below.
The diplomats, who have
been accused of DUPLICITY by their respective countries, have been removed
from their posts.
a. bad taste
b.
deceitfulness; double-dealing
c. embezzlement
Ans: b
23.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the
options below.
Oscar, who did not possess
a discerning _____, preferred hotdogs to steak.
a. palette
b. pallet
c. palate
Ans: c
24.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the
options below.
The workers were allowed
to _____ down once they'd _____ the brick, but the foreman himself has not
yet _____ down.
a. lay/lain/laid
b. lie/laid/lain
c. lie/lain/lain
d.
lay/laid/laid
Ans: d
25.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the
options below.
That grueling competition
really tested the _____ of the gymnastics team.
a. meddle
b. metal
c. medal
d. mettle
Ans: d
26.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded;
limited in scope
a. hermetic
b. foreseeable
c. sporadic
d.
sectarian
Ans: d
27.
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Inordinate
a.
reasonable
b. on a waiting list
c. unprepared
d. immense
Ans: a
28.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement
verbal attack; to denounce explosively
a. vituperative
b. litigant
c. fulminate
d. exhume
Ans: c
29.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with
authority; urge strongly
a. enjoin
b. prevalent
c. dissonance
d. relegate
Ans: a
30.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the
options below.
I can _____ all the terms
of the apartment lease ______ the one about not allowing pets.
a. except/accept
b. except/except
c. accept/accept
d.
accept/except
Ans: d
31.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from
the options
below.
The _____ poet, knowing
his death was _____, struggled to finish his final ode.
a. imminent/eminent
b. eminent/immanent
c. immanent/imminent
d.
eminent/imminent
Ans: d
32.
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved
by pity
a. apologetic
b. parsimonious
c.
obdurate
d. abdicated
Ans: c
33.
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital
Letter as it is used
in the
sentence below.
The publicist was
surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters for her top client.
a. deluge
b. dearth
c. hindrance
Ans: a
34.
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital
Letters as it is used
in the
sentence below.
Alicia, who loved both men
equally and wanted to hurt neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over
which one she should
choose.
a. happy circumstance
b.
puzzling predicament
c. easy decision
Ans: b
35.
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital
Letters in the
following
sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks
about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
a.
pondered
b. worried
c. neglected
d. laughed
Ans: a
36.
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Pretentious
a. modest
b. understanding
c. uneasy
d. pleasant
Ans: a
37.
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in Capital
Letters as it is used
in the
sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up
the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
a.
expression of disapproval or blame
b. expression of affection
or love
c. expression of apology
or regret
Ans: a
38.
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital
Letters in the
following
sentence.
His son's group of friends
had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
a. influential
b. positive
c. hysterical
d.
harmful
Ans: d
39.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from
the options
below.
The skillful candidate's
_____ speech was delightful to listen to, but failed to explain how he would
achieve the ______ goals
of peace and prosperity.
a.
illusive/elusive
b. allusive/elusive
c. elusive/allusive
d. allusive/illusive
Ans: a
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct
homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias
_____________ her hair color.
a. complimented
b. complemented(ANS)
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for
the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented
them without sneering.
a. Intractable
b. Willing to accept(ANS)
c. Impressed by
d. Unhappy
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of words from the options below.
It’s a good thing you’re so _________ at paperwork, because
you’ll need to fill out hundreds of forms to __________ a child.
a. adapt/adapt
b. adept/adopt(ANS)
c. adapt/adopt
d. adopt/adept
Question:
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition
given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
a. Quiescence
b. Theocracy
c. Swindle
d. Sinecure(ANS)
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of words from the options below.
Although _________ wanted to keep the boat all to _________,
I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and _________.
a. I/myself/myself
b. I/me/I(ANS)
c. I/myself/I
d. I/myself/me(ANS)
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that
she'd soon be living in ___________ circumstances unless she got her financial
problems ____________ out immediately.
a. straightened/straitened
b. straitened/straightened(ANS)
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of
the word below.
ITINERANT
a. Permanent(Ans)
b. Flexible
c. Transient
d. Dissatisfied
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The publicist was surprised by the INUNDATION of fan letters
for her top client.
a. Deluge(ANS)
b. Dearth
c. Hindrance
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of words from the options below.
She hastened to _________ me that she intends to pay the
bill, and that she will _________ that the check is mailed today.
a. assure/ensure(ANS)
b. ensure/insure
c. insure/assure
d. ensure/assure
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The community theater troupe faced one problem after
another, so it was no surprise that their season ended in a DEBACLE.
a. Conundrum
b. Spectacle; display
c. Complete failure; breaking up(ANS)
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for
the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son’s group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his
schoolwork.
a. Influential
b. Positive
c. Hysterical
d. Harmful(ANS)
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word
from the options below.
Though he didn't win
the advertising account, Sal made a __________ presentation that he can be
proud of.
a. credulous
b. creditable(ANS)
c. credible
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word
from the options below.
The proposed
after-school tutoring program promises _______________ benefits to the students
and the community.
a. innumerable(ANS)
b. enumerable
question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
We fully expect
Elizabeth to FOIST her work on us and disappear for the weekend as usual.
a. Force upon; palm off(ANS)
b. Take away; take off one's hands
c. Keep for oneself
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct
homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to ___________ certain behaviors from the test
subjects.
a. illicit
b. elicit(ANS)
Question:
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition
given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
a. Reprieve
b. Malady
c. Horde(ANS)
d. Indulgence
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word
from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the
dark and __________ path.
a. tortious
b. tortuous(ANS)
c. torturous
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of
the word below.
AVARICE
a. State of good health
b. Materialism
c. Loneliness
d. Generosity(ans)
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word
of REPROOF to her children.
a. Expression of disapproval or blame
b. Expression of affection or love(ANS)
c. Expression of apology or regret
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and
never fails to put us all to sleep.
a. Smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding(ANS)
b. Dull; tiresome
c. Cacophonous
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct
homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing
educational television programs for children.
a. holey
b. holy
c. wholly(ANS)
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one
in three families receives some state assistance.
a. Prevalent(ANS)
b. Unavoidable
c. Saddening
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of words from the options below.
If you insist on eating more cotton candy _________ a kid at
a carnival, __________ don’t come crying to me when you’ve gained a few pounds!
a. then/than
b. than/then(ANS)
c. then/then
d. than/than
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the
judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct
homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____________ of
the gymnastics team.
a. meddle
b. metal
c. medalAns)
d. mettle
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for
the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team’s INDOLENCE
and nasty attitude.
a. Violent behavior
b. Odiousness
c. Laziness(ANS)
d. Disappearance
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of words from the options below.
I can _________ all the terms of the apartment lease
_________ the one about not allowing pets.
a. except/accept
b. except/except
c. accept/accept
d. accept/except(ANS)
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in
the politician’s private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate
otherwise.
a. Mercenary; venal
b. Overly curious about the sexual
behavior of others(ANS)
c. Characterized by profound insight
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for
the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we’ve reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
a. Favorable compromise
b. Monetary amount
c. Total agreement
d. Stalemate(ANS)
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE
your flu symptoms.
a. Eliminate
b. Aggravate; worsen
c. Exhaust; drain of strength
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The diplomats, who have been accused of DUPLICITY by their
respective countries, have been removed from their posts.
a. Bad taste
b. Deceitfulness; double-dealing
c. Embezzlement(ANS)
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young
wife __________ her wealth and __________ the law at every opportunity.
a. flouted/flouted
b. flouted/flaunted
c. flaunted/flouted(ANS)
d. flaunted/flaunted
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word
from the options below.
She launched her new
line of handbags _________ a fanfare of publicity.
a. between
b. amid(ANS)
c. among
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for
the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
a. Imprudent and unrefined
b. Cheerful and clumsy
c. Selfish and dissipated
d. Charming and elegant(ANS)
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of
the word below.
MITIGATE
a. Abate
b. Conceal
c. Intensify(ANS)
d. Allow
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot’s MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts
and report any unrest among his subjects.
a. Sycophants; servile followers(ANS)
b. Distant relatives
c. Armored knights
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word
from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.
a. fictitious(ANS)
b. fictional
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct
homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to _________ out justice to the citizens
of this country?
a. meet(ANS)
b. mete
c. meat
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for
the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier’s EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his
sergeant.
a. Erratic
b. Apathetic
c. Admirable(ANS)
d. Meticulous
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set
of homophones from the options below.
The skillful
candidate's____________ speech was delightful to listen to, but failed to
explain how he would achieve the ___________ goals of peace and prosperity.
a. illusive/elusive(ANS)
b. allusive/elusive
c. elusive/allusive
d. allusive/illusive
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct
homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________,
preferred hotdogs to steak.
a. palette
b. pallet
c. palate
uestion:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of
the word below.
ADVERSE
a. Moody
b. Poetic
c. Favorable(ANS)
d. Twisted
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE
welcome she received from her host family.
a. Clamorous; disorderly
b. Gracious; kind
c. Blunt or rude in manner of speech(ANS)
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all
PRECEPTS of decency.
a. Rules for
action or behavior(ans)
b. Vague ideas; abstractions
c. Significance
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to
the point where I can’t follow the storyline or figure out who’s who.
a. Purposely confuse
b. Take a winding or indirect course
c. Charm and delight
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Alicia, who loved both men equally and wanted to hurt
neither, found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.
a. Happy
circumstance(ANS)
b. Puzzling predicament
c. Easy decision
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word
from the options below.
The only
________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
a. distinctive
b. distinguished
c. distinguishable(ANS)
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Marilyn conveyed a
BLITHE indifference to the troubles that mounted around her.
a. Carefree; heedless
b. Cruel; heartless(ANS)
c. Catastrophic
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of
the word below.
NONCHALANT
a. Courageous
b. Unnerved
c. Unperturbed(ANS)
d. Lethargic
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER
of what’s in store for him and his family.
a. Downfall
b. Omen; forerunner(ANS)
c. Unequivocal proof
Question:
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct
homophone from the options below.
Sally was greatly
__________ when I said I didn't like redheads.
a. piqued(ANS)
b. peeked
c. peaked
Question:
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the
word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended
to monopolize people at parties.
a. Gluttonous
b. Quarrelsome; contentious
c. Excessively talkative about trivial
topics(ANS)
Question:
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition
given below.
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
a. Diminution(ANS)
b. Protraction
c. Dissuade
d. Dissolution
Question:
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition
given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
a. Panache
b. Voracious
c. Resonance(ANS)
d. Cosmogony
Question:
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of
the word below.
RILE
a. Placate(ANS)
b. Annoy
c. Waste
d. Construct
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