oDesk English Vocabulary Test Answers 2014

Question:1
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. 

n. Local or provincial dialect
a. Invective
Question:2
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 
Question:3
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.
b. Quarrelsome; contentious

Question:4
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. 
LASSITUDE
a. Simplicity of speech
    
Question:5
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn't like redheads.

b. peeked

Question:6
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.

a. Be too much trouble to

Question:7
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.

c. Easy decision

Question:8
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

 v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively

b. Litigant

Question:9
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.

b. allusive/elusive
    

Question:10
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.  

b. Gracious; kind
    
Question:11
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. 

b. flouted/flaunte

Question:12
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.

b. adept/adopt

Question:13
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. 
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction 

b. Protraction 

Question:14
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


Question:15
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.

b. creditable

Question:16
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. 
INORDINATE

a. Reasonable
    
Question:17
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
                                                   
Question:18
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.

b. holy
                                                  
Question:19
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

Question:20
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.

b. Take away; take off one's hands
    
Question:21
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.

This experiment was designed to  ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.

b. elicit
    

Question:22
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. 

ADVERSE

c. Favorable
    


 Question:23
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

 PRETENTIOUS

b. Understanding
    
 Question:24
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.


c. Fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
    
Question:25
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.

c. distinguishable
    
Question:26
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. 

RILE

a. Placate

Question:26
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.   

b. Unavoidable

Question:27
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

Question:28
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. 

b. Distant relatives

Question:29
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

Question:30
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. 


c. Neglected

Question:31
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.  


b.Expression of affection or love

Question:32
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.

c. Admirable

Question:33
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

Question:33
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence. 

Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.

b. Inspired by
    
Question:34
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

Question:35
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 _________. 

d. I/myself/me

Question:36
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.

The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.

b. fictional
    
Question:38
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

MITIGATE

d. Allow
    
Question:39
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


Question: 1 

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. MITIGATE

a. Abate
b. Conceal
c. Intensify
d. Allow
Ans: c

Question:2

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

Question:3

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

Question:4

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
c. adapt/adopt
d. adopt/adept
Ans: c

Question:5

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner

a. Panache
b. Voracious
c. Resonance
d. Cosmogony
Ans:c

Question:6

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
c. Unequivocal proof
Ans:b

Question:7

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
c. Impressed by
d. Unhappy
Ans:b

Question:8

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. wizened

a. Violent behavior
b. Odorousness
c. Laziness
d. Disappearance
Ans:c

Question:9

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

Question:10

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. deleterious INORDINATE

a. Reasonable
b. On a waiting list
c. Unprepared
d. Immense
Ans:a

Question:11

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below. Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.

a. palette
b. pallet
c. palate
Ans:b

Question:12

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
c. Characterized by profound insight
Ans:b

Question:13

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

Question: 14

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

Question:15

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
b. Vague ideas; abstractions
c. Significance
Ans:a

Question:16

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. adverse ITINERANT

a. Permanent
b. Flexible
c. Transient
d. Dissatisfied
Ans:a

Question:17

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

Question:18

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

Question:19

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: b

Question:20

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
Ans:a

Question:21

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:b

Question:22

Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below. Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.

a. Sentiment; emotion
b. Agreement
c. Outward appearance
Ans: c

Question:23

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

Question:24

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: b

Question:25

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness

a- Contumacy
b. Defenestration
c. Conversion
d. Efficacy
Ans:d

Question:26

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
c. l/myself/l
d. I/myself/me
Ans:d

Question:27

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. RIFE

a. Prevalent
b. Unavoidable
c. Saddening
Ans:a

Question:28

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:c

Question:29

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

Question:30

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence. Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.

a. Disdainful
b. Inspired by
c. Disliked by
d* Respectful
Ans:a

Question:31

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

Question:32

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
b. Distant relatives
c. Armored knights
Ans:a

Question:33

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:d

Question:34

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below. The crafty spy gave a___________ name to the hotel clerk.

a. Active
b. fictional
c. fictitious
Ans:c

Question:35

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
d. Meticulous
Ans:c

Question:36

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:d

Question:37

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
b. enumerable
Ans:a

Question:38

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

Question:39

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:a

Question:40

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
b. ensure/insure
c. insure/assure
d. ensure/assure
Ans:a

Question:41

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
d. Meticulous
Ans: c

Question:42

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

Question:43

Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.

a. Be too much trouble to
b. Be detrimental to
c. Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon
Ans:c

Question:44

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
Ans:b

Question:45

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. adj. Sluggish: apathetic: dull

a. Turbid
b. Torpid
c. Turgid
d. Tepid
Question:46

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. n. A mass or crowd; multitude

a. Reprieve
b. Malady
c. Horde
d. Indulgence
Ans: c

Question:47

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: c

Question:48

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

Question:49

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:b

Question:50

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. ADVERSE

a. Moody
b. Poetic
c. Favorable
d. Twisted
Ans:d

Question:51

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
b. mete
c. meat
Question:52

Ans:a

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:a

Question:53

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner

a. Panache
b. Voracious
c. Resonance
d. Cosmogony
Ans:c

Question:54

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

Question:55

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: a

Question:56

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: d

Question:57

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

Question:58

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
Question:59

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

Question:60

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
c. among
Ans: c

Question:61

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. n. Local or provincial dialect

a. Invective
b. Patois
c. Neopaganism
d. Polyarchy
Ans: b

Question:62

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: d

Question:63

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below. We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and ____

a. complacent
b. compliant
c. complaisant
Ans:c

01. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
Answer: c. Intensify02. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answer: a. Enjoin

03. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answer: c. Fulminate

04. 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.
Answer: c. adapt/adopt
05. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answer: c. Resonance

06. 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.
Answer: b. Omen; forerunner

07. 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.
Answer: b. Willing to accept

08. 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. wizened
Answer: c. Laziness

09. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
Answer: b. Support

10. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. deleteriousINORDINATE
Answer: a. Reasonable11. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.
Answer: b. pallet

12. 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.
Answer: b. Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others

13. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offenseAnswer: b. Invidious

14. 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.
Answer: d. accept/except
15. 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.
Answer: a. Rules for action or behavior
16. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. Adverse ITINERANT
Answer: a. Permanent

17. 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.
Answer: c. wholly

18. Question: 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.
Answer: d. eminent/imminent

19. 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.
Answer: b. straitened/straightened20. 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.
Answer: a. Purposely confuse
21. 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.
Answer: b. distinguished

22. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Answer: c. Outward appearance

23. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
Answer: d. Sectarian

24. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the____________ of the gymnastics team.
Answer: b. metal

25. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
Answer: d. Efficacy

26. 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________________ .
Answer: d. I/myself/me

27. 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. RIFE
Answer: a. Prevalent28. 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.
Answer: c. Blunt or rude in manner of speech

29. Question: 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.
Answer: d. lay/laid/laid

30. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Answer: a. Disdainful
31. 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.
Answer: a. Expression of disapproval or blame
Expression of apology or regret
32. 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.
Answer: a- Sycophants; servile followers

33. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
Answer: d. Generosity

34. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a___________ name to the hotel clerk.
Answer: c. fictitious

35. 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.
Answer: c. Admirable

36. Question: 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.
Answer: d. Sickening

37. 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.
Answer: a. innumerable

38. 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.
Answer: b. tortuous

39. Question: 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.
Answer: a. complimented

40. 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.
Answer: a. assure/ensure

41. 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.
Answer: c. Admirable

42. 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.
Answer: d. Harmful

43. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Answer: c. Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon
44. 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.
Answer: b. Aggravate; worsen
45. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitudeAnswer: c. Horde46. 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.
Answer: c. Excessively talkative about trivial topics
47. Question: 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
Answer: c. Analogous

48. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pityAnswer: b. Parsimonious

49. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
Answer: d. Twisted

50. 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?
Answer: a. meet

51. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answer: a. Sapid

52. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answer: c. Resonance

53. Question: 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.
Answer: a. Pondered

54. 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.
Answer: a. illicit

55. 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.
Answer: d. Stalemate

56. Question: 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.
Answer: b. Shriveled

57. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answer: d. Sinecure

58. 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.
Answer: c. flaunted/flouted

59. 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.
Answer: c. among

60. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
Answer: b. Patois

61. 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.
Answer: d. Charming and elegant

62. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and ____
Answer: c. complaisant

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Itinerant
c. transient
Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to _____ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
b. elicit
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
b. invidious

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
d. efficacy
Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Lassitude
d. vigor
Q: 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.
c. laziness
Q: 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
Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary.
d. sinecure

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
d. tepid
Q: 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.
c. flaunted/flouted
Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Refute
b. support
Q: 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.
b. tortuous
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
b. irascible
Q: 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.
b. shriveled
Q: 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
c. analogous
Q: 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.
c. fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
Q: 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.
d. affect/effect
Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is _____ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
c. wholly
Q: 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.
b. deceitfulness; double-dealing

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning _____, preferred hotdogs to steak.
c. palate

Q: 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.
d. lay/laid/laid
Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____ of the gymnastics team.
d. mettle
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
d. sectarian
Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Inordinate
a. reasonable

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
c. fulminate

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
a. enjoin
Q: 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.
d. accept/except
Q: 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.
d. eminent/imminent

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
c. obdurate
Q: 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
Q: 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.
b. puzzling predicament
Q: 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
Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Pretentious
a. modest
Q: 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
Q: 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.
d. harmful
Q: 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

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

--Itinerant
c. transientQ: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to _____ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
b. elicit
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
b. invidious
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
d. efficacy

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Lassitude
d. vigor
Q: 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.
c. laziness
Q: 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
Q: 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
Q: 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
Q: 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
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary.
d. sinecure
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
d. tepid
Q: 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.
c. flaunted/flouted
Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Refute
b. support

Q: 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.
b. tortuous

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
b. irascible
Q: 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.
b. shriveled
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
c. analogous
Q: 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.
c. fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality
Q: 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.
d. affect/effect
Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
c. wholly
Q: 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.
b. deceitfulness; double-dealing
Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning _____, preferred hotdogs to steak.
c. palate
Q: 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.
d. lay/laid/laid

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____ of the gymnastics team.
d. mettle
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
d. sectarian

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Inordinate
a. reasonable
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
c. fulminate
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
a. enjoin

Q: 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.
d. accept/except
Q: 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.
d. eminent/imminent
Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
c. obdurate
Q: 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
Q: 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.
b. puzzling predicament
Q: 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
Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Pretentious
a. modest
Q: 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

Q: 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.
d. harmful
Q: 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

 Q: 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.
    c.     Easy decision

Q: 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.
b.     Cheerful and clumsy        

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
 d.     Twisted 

Q: 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. 
 b.     Expression of affection or love

Q: 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.
b.     Odorousness
      
Q: 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.
b.     Take away; take off one's hands       

Q: 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.   
d.     ensure/assure        

Q: 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.
b.     Omen; forerunner        

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
c.     Sporadic        

Q: 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.
c.     Excessively talkative about trivial topics        

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and __________.
b.     compliant        

Q: 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.
b.     Shriveled        

Q: 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        

Q: 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        

Q: 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.
b.     enumerable        

Q: 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. 
c.     Blunt or rude in manner of speech      

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of the word below.
NONCHALANT
c.     Unperturbed        

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
d.     Efficacy        

Q: 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        

Q: 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
c.     Analogous        

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ITINERANT
b.     Flexible        

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________, preferred hotdogs to steak.
c.     palate        

Q: 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.
b.     Cruel; heartless        

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
INORDINATE
b.     On a waiting list       

Q: 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.
d.     accept/except        

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
LASSITUDE
c.     Philanthropy        

Q: 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 _________.
b.     I/me/I         

Q: 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.
d.     Meticulous        

Q: 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. 
b.     Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others        

Q: 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        

Q: 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.
c.     distinguishable        

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull
c.     Turgid        

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
c.     Neopaganism        

Q: 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
b.     Eccentric        

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
PRETENTIOUS
b.     Understanding        

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
c.     Intensify        

Q: 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?
c.     meat        

Q: 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.
b.     Worried      

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

MITIGATE

c. Intensify

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

v. To impose with authority; urge strongly

a. Enjoin

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively

c. Fulminate

Q: 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.

c. adapt/adopt

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner

c. Resonance

Q: 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.

b. Omen; forerunner

Q: 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.

b. Willing to accept

Q: 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. wizened

c. Laziness

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

REFUTE

b. Support

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. deleterious

INORDINATE

a. Reasonable

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.

Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.

b. pallet

Q: 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.

b. Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense

b. Invidious

Q: 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.

d. accept/except

Q: 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

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. adverse

ITINERANT

a. Permanent

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.

The company is__________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.

c. wholly

Q: 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.

d. eminent/imminent

Q: 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.

b. straitened/straightened

Q: 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

Q: 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.

b. distinguished

Q: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.

Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.

c. Outward appearance

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope

d. Sectarian

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.

That grueling competition really tested the____________ of the gymnastics team.

b. metal

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness

d. Efficacy

Q: 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________________ .

d. I/myself/me

Q: 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. RIFE

a. Prevalent

Q: 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.

c. Blunt or rude in manner of speech

Q: 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.

d. lay/laid/laid

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.

Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.

a. Disdainful

Q: 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

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

AVARICE

d. Generosity

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.

The crafty spy gave a___________ name to the hotel clerk.

c. fictitious

Q: 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.

c. Admirable

Q: 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.

d. Sickening

Q: 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

Q: 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.

b. tortuous

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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.

c. Admirable

Q: 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.

d. Harmful

Q: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.

It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.

c. Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon

Q: 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.

b. Aggravate; worsen

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

n. A mass or crowd; multitude

c. Horde

Q: 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.

c. Excessively talkative about trivial topics

Q: 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

c. Analogous

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity

b. Parsimonious

Q: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

ADVERSE

d. Twisted

Q: 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

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable

a. Sapid

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner

c. Resonance

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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.

d. Stalemate

Q: 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.

b. Shriveled

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary

d. Sinecure

Q: 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.

c. flaunted/flouted

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.

She launched her new line of handbags________ a fanfare of publicity.

c. among

Q: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.

n. Local or provincial dialect

b. Patois

Q: 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.

d. Charming and elegant

Q: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.

We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and _

c. complaisant

Ques: 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. transient

Ques: 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. elicit

Ques: 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. invidious

Ques: 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. efficacy

Ques: 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. vigor

Ques: 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. laziness

Ques: 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. smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding

Ques: 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. empathetic

Ques: 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. fictive

Ques: 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. esoteric

Ques: 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. sinecure

Ques: 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. tepid

Ques: 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. flaunted/flouted

Ques: 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. support

Ques: 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. tortuous

Ques: 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. irascible

Ques: 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. shriveled

Ques: 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. analogous

Ques: 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. fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality

Ques: 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. affect/effect

Ques: 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. wholly

Ques: 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. deceitfulness; double-dealing

Ques: 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. palate

Ques: 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. lay/laid/laid

Ques: 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. mettle

Ques: 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. sectarian

Ques: 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. reasonable

Ques: 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. fulminate

Ques: 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. enjoin

Ques: 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. accept/except

Ques: 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. eminent/imminent

Ques: 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. obdurate

Ques: 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. deluge

Ques: 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. puzzling predicament

Ques: 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. pondered

Ques: 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. modest

Ques: 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. expression of disapproval or blame

Ques: 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. harmful

Ques: 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. illusive/elusive

Question: 1
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.

1. Happy circumstance
2. Puzzling predicament
3. Easy Decision

Answer is:   Puzzling predicament

Question: 2
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.

1. Violent behavior
2. Odorousness
3. Laziness
4. Disappearance

Answer is:   Odorousness

Question: 3

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.

1. Force upon; palm off
2. Take away; take off one's hands 
3. Keep for oneself

Answer is:    Take away; take off one's hands        

Question: 4
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.   

1. Assure/Ensure
2. Ensure/Assure
3. Insure/Assure
4. Ensure/Assure

Answer is:    Ensure/assure        

Question: 5
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope

1. Hermetic 
2. Foreseeable
3. Sporadic 
4. Sectarian

Answer is:    Sporadic

Question: 6
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.

1. Sage
2. Shriveled
3. Creepy 
4. Jocular

Answer is:    Shriveled

Question: 7
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to  ___________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.

1. Illicit
2. Elicit

Answer is:    Illicit

Question: 8
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym of the word below.
NONCHALANT

1. Courageous 
2. Unnerved
3. Unperturbed 
4. Lethargic

Answer is:    Unperturbed

Question: 9
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.

1. Straightened/Straitened
2. Straitened/Straightened

Answer is:    Straightened/straitened

Question: 10
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

1. Abject
2. Agrarian
3. Analogous 
4. Amalgam

Answer is:    Analogous

Question: 11
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning __________, preferred hotdogs to steak.

1. Palette
2. Pallet
3. Palate 

Answer is:    Palate

Question: 12
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.

1. Carefree; heedless 
2. Cruel; heartless 
3. Catastrophic

Answer is:    Cruel; heartless

Question: 13
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.

1. Except/Accept 
2. Except/Except
3. Accept/Accept
4. Accept/Except

Answer is:    Accept/except

Question: 14
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
LASSITUDE

1. Simplicity of Speech
2. Leniency
3. Philanthropy
4. Vigor

Answer is:    Vigor

Question: 15
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

c.      I/Myself/I

d.     I/Myself/Me

Answer is:    I/me/I 
 Question: 16
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

b.     Dull; Tiresome

c.      Cacophonous

Answer is:    Smoothly flowing; sweet-sounding
 Question: 17
Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Sluggish; apathetic; dull

a.      Turbid 

b.     Torpid

c.      Turgid

d.     Tepid

Answer is:    Tepid

Question: 18
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

Answer is:    Esoteric

Question: 19
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
PRETENTIOUS

a.      Modest

b.     Understanding

c.      Uneasy

d.     Pleasant

Answer is:    Understanding
 Question: 20Choose 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.

1. Clamorous; Disorderly
2. Gracious; Kind
3. Blunt  or Rude in Manner of Speech

Answer is:    Blunt or rude in manner of speech

Question: 21Choose 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.

1. Spoil
2. Detract from; Debase
3. Fill or Permeate with a Particular Feeling of Quality

Answer is:    Fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality

Question: 22
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.

1. Prevalent
2. Unavoidable
3. Saddening

Answer is:    Prevalent

Question: 23Choose 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.

1. Eliminate
2. Aggravate; Worsen
3. Exhaust; Drain of Strength

Answer is:    Aggravate; worsen

Question: 24Choose 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.

1. Conundrum
2. Spectacle; Display
3. Complete Failure; Breaking Up

Answer is:    Complete failure; breaking up

Question: 25

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.

1. Mercenary; Venal
2. Overly Curious About The Sexual Behavior of Other
3. Characterized by Profound Insight

Answer is:    Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others

Question: 26

Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.

1. Be Too Much Trouble To
2. Be Detrimental To
3. Be Worthwhile or Proper for; Be Incumbent Upon

Answer is:    Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon

Question: 27

Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word inCAPITAL 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.

1. Downfall
2. Omen; Forerunner
3. Unequivocal Proff

Answer is:    Omen; forerunner

Question: 28

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively

1. Vituperative
2. Litigant
3. Fulminate
4. Exhume

Answer is:    Fulminate

Question: 29Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable

1. Sapid
2. Irascible
3. Jocund
4. Incorrigible

Answer is:    Irascible

Question: 30Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity

1. Apologetic
2. Parsimonious
3. Obdurate
4. Abdicated

Answer is:    Obdurate

Question: 31Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense

1. Labyrinthine
2. Invidious
3. Titillating
4. Envious

Answer is:    Invidious

Question: 32Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness

1. Contumacy
2. Defenestration
3. Conversion
4. Efficacy

Answer is:    Efficacy

Question: 33Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect

1. Invective
2. Patois
3. Neopagainsm
4. Polyarchy

Answer is:    Patois

Question: 34Choose 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.

1. Pondered
2. Worried
3. Neglected
4. Laughed

Answer is:    Pondered

Question: 35Choose 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.

1. Imprudent and Unrefined
2. Cheerful and Clumsy
3. Selfish and Dissipated
4. charming and Elegant

Answer is:    Charming and elegant

Question: 36Choose 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.

1. Influential
2. Positive
3. Hysterical
4. Harmful

Answer is:    Harmful

Question: 37

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.

1. Erratic
2. Apathetic
3. Admirable
4. Meticulous

Answer is:    Admirable

Question: 38Choose 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.

1. Favorable Compromise
2. Monetary Amount
3. Total Agreement
4. Stalemate

Answer is:    Stalemate

Question: 39Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.RILE

1. Placate
2. Annoy
3. Waste
4. Construct

Answer is:    Placate

Question: 40Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE

1. Abate
2. Conceal
3. Intensify
4. Allow

Answer is:    Intensify

Question: 41Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE

1. Moody
2. Poetic
3. Favorable
4. Twisted

Answer is:    Twisted

Question: 42Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE

1. Expose
2. Support
3. Garbage
4. Safe Place

Answer is:    Support

Question: 43Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is __________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.

1. Holey
2. Holy
3. Wholly

Answer is:    Wholly

Question: 44Complete 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.

1. Illusive/Elusive
2. Allusive/Elusive
3. Elusive/Allusive
4. Allusive/Illusive

Answer is:    Illusive/Elusive

Question: 45Complete 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.

1. Imminent/Eminent
2. Eminent/Immanent
3. Immanent/Imminent
4. Eminent/Imminent

Answer is:    Eminent/imminent

Question: 46Complete 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.

1. Innumerable
2. Enumerable

Answer is:    Enumerable

Question: 47Complete 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!

1. Then/Than
2. Than/Then
3. Then/Then
4. Than/Than

Answer is:    Than/Then

Question: 48Complete 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.

1. Adapt/Adapt
2. Adept/Adopt
3. Adapt/Adopt
4. Adopt/Adept

Answer is:    Adept/Adopt

Question: 49Complete 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.

1. Effect/Affect
2. Affect/Affect
3. Effect/Effect
4. Affect/Effect

Answer is:    Affect/Effect

Question: 50Complete 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.

1. Flouted/Flouted
2. Flouted/Flaunted
3. Flaunted/Flouted
4. Flaunted/Flaunted

Answer is:    Flaunted/Flouted

Question: 51Complete 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.

1. Lay/Lain/Laid
2. Lie/Laid/Lain
3. Lie/Lain/Lain
4. Lay/Laid/Laid

Answer is:    Lay/Laid/Laid

Question: 52

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.

1. Deluge
2. Dearth
3. Hindrance

Deluge

Question: 53

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Sally was greatly __________ when I said I didn't like redheads.

1. Piqued
2. Peeked
3. Peaked

Answer is:    Peaked

Question: 54

Complete Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction

Answer is:     Diminution

Question: 55

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.

1. Violent Behavior
2. Odorousness
3. Laziness
4. Disappearance

Answer is:    Laziness

Question: 56Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. 
n. A mass or crowd; multitude

1. Reprieve
2. Malady
3. Horde
4. Indulgence

Answer is:    Horde

Question: 57Choose 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.

1. Rules for Action or Behavior
2. Vague Ideas; Abstractions
3. Significance

Answer is:    Rules for action or behavior

Question: 58

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary.

1. Quiescence
2. Theocracy
3. Swindle
4. Sinecure

Answer is:    Sinecure

Question: 59

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.

1. Bad Taste
2. Deceitfulness; Double-Dealing
3. Embezzlement

Answer is:    Deceitfulness; Double-Dealing

Question: 60

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.

1. Empathetic
2. Dangerous
3. Pathetic
4. Sickening

Empathetic

Question: 61

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a _____ name to the hotel clerk.

1. Fictive
2. Fictional
3. Fictitious

Fictitious

Question: 62

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.

1. Tortious
2. Tortuous
3. Torturous

Tortuous

Question: 63

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____ of the gymnastics team.

1. Meddle
2. Metal
3. Medal
4. Mettle

Mettle

Question: 64

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
Inordinate

1. Reasonable
2. On a Waiting List
3. Unprepared
4. Immense

Reasonable

Question: 65

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly

1. Enjoin
2. Prevalent
3. Dissonance
4. Relegate

Enjoin

Question: 66

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.

1. Expression of Disapproval or Blame
2. Expression of Affection or Blame
3. Expression of Apology or Regret

Expression of Disapproval or Blame

Question: 67
Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.

1. Sentiment; Emotion
2. Agreement
3. Outward Appearance

Answer is:    Outward Appearance
 Question: 68
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.

1. Gluttonous
2. Quarrelsome; Contentious
3. Excessively Talkative About Trivial Topics

Answer is:    Excessively Talkative About Trivial Topics


Question: 69
Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and __________.

1. Complacent
2. Compliant
3. Complaisant

Answer is:    Compliant

Question: 70
Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ITINERANT

1. Permanent
2. Flexible
3. Transient
4. Dissatisfied

Answer is:      Flexible

Question: 71

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.

1. Distinctive
2. Distinguished
3. Distinguishable

Answer is:      Distinguishable

Question: 72
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?

1. Meet
2. Mete
3. Meat

Answer is:      c.         Meat

Question: 73

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.

Answer is:      c. Adapt/Adopt

Question: 74

Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner

Answer is:      c.         Resonance

Question: 75

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.

Answer is:      b.         Willing to accept

Question: 76

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. wizened

Answer is:      c.         Laziness

Question: 77

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.

Answer is:      a.         Purposely confuse

Question: 78

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.

Answer is:      a.         Disdainful


Question: 79

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.

Answer is:      a.         Sycophants; servile followers


Question: 80

Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE

Answer is:      d.         Generosity

Question: 81

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.

Answer is:      a.         Complimented

Question: 82

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags________ a fanfare of publicity.

1. Between
2. Amid
3. Among

Answer is:      c.         Among

Question no.1: choose the word or phrase that is more nearly an antonym of the word below.  

Ans: Transient.

Question no. 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.

Ans: Elicit 

Question no.3: choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adjective tending to create ill will or give offense.  

Ans: Invidious

Question no.4:  Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. capacity for producing a desired result ; effectiveness

Ans: Efficacy

Question no.5: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

Ans: Vigor

Question no.6: choose the word or phrase that is must 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.

Ans: Lasiness

Question no.7: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital Letter in the  following sentence.
Her MELLIFLUOUS voice is perfectly suited to lullabies and never fails to put us all to sleep.

Ans: smoothy flowing , sweet sounding

Question no.8: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in Capital Letter in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.

Ans:  Empathetic

Question no.9: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a ______ name to the hotel clerk.

   Ans: fictive

Question no.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.

Ans: Esoteric

Question no.11: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. 
adj. Sluggish, apathetic,dull

Ans: Tepid

Question no.12: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a selary.

Ans: sinecure

Question no.13:   Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the option below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his will full young   wife _____  her wealth and ____ the low at every opportunity.

Ans: Flaunted/ Flouted

Question no.14:  Choose the word or phrase that is the most nearly an antonym of the world below.

Ans: Support.

Question no.15: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the option below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked towards me on the dark and ______ path.

Ans: Tortuous  

Question no.16: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
 Adj. easily provoked to anger ; irritable

Ans: Irascible

Question no.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 women gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.

Ans: Shriveled  

Question no.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

Ans: analogous

Question no.19: Choose the definition that best reflect the meaning of the word in Capital Letters as it is used in the sentence    below.
 These artists really IMBUE  their work with sprite of profound freedom.

Ans:  Fill or permeate with a particular feeling or quality.

Question no.20: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the option 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.

Ans: affect/ effect.

Question no. 21:Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the option below.
The company is _____ committed to developing educational television programs for children.

Ans: wholly

Question no.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 post.

Ans: Deceitfulness ; double-dealing

Question no: 23: complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the option below.
Oscar, who didn't posses a discerning ______ , preferred hotdogs to steak.

Ans: Palate

Question no.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.

Ans: Lay / laid / laid

Question no.25: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the option below.
That grueling competition really tested the _____ of the gymnastics team.

Ans: Mettle.

Question no.26: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below. 
adj. narrow minded ; limited in scope.

Ans: Sectarian

Question no. 27: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. 

Ans: Reasonable

Question no.28: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below .
V. To issue   a vehement verbal attack ; to denounce explosively

Ans: Fulminate

Question no.29: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose authority ; urge strongly

Ans: Enjoin

Question no. 30: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the potions below.
I can ______ all the terms of the apartment lease _______ the one about not allowing pets. 

Ans: Accept / Except.

Question no.31: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the option below.
 The _______ poet , knowing his death was ______. struggled to finish his final ode.

Ans: Eminent / Imminent

Question no.32: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
Adj. Hardhearted ; unmoved by pity

Ans: Obdurate

Question no: 33: 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.

Ans: Deluge

Question no.34: Choose the definition that best reflect the meaning of the word in capital letters as it is used in the sentence below.
Alicia , who loved both man equally and wanted to hurt neither , found herself in quite a QUANDARY over which one she should choose.

Ans: Puzzling predicament.

Question no.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 consequence of telling Arthur about the affair .

Ans: Pondered.

Question no.36: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.

Ans: Modest.

Question no.  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.

Ans:Expression of disapproval or blame.

Question no.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 school work.
Ans: Harmful
Question no.39: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options belw.
The skillful candidate's ______ speech was delightful to listen to ,but failed explain how he would achieve the _____ goals of peace and prosperity.

Ans: Illusive /elusive.