44 - ] Vocabulary Tests
Test Forty Four
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] Read the sentences or short passages below . Write the letter for the correct
definition of the underlined vocabulary word . Write the letter for your choice
on the answer line .
W e were certain that the icy roads would impede
our travel , so we left for the airport
an hour early .
1 . ( A ) hasten ( B ) hinder
( C ) ignore ( D ) enhance 1 . ---------------------
Megan knew she had to finish her homework before
class met on Monday , but as usual she had procrastinated . Once again
she was doing her homework at midnight on Sunday.
2 . ( A ) prepared carefully ( B ) offended others .
( C ) finished quickly ( D ) postponed until
later 2. -----------------
For the two hours that the storm raged , we took
shelter in the basement . When the wind and
rain finally began to abate ,
we were able to go outside and survey the damage .
3 . ( A ) lessen ( B ) increase
( C ) move unpredictably ( D ) turn to the west
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The Peters decided to place their pets in a kennel
while they were on vacation . Since many hotels and parks do not allow pets ,
the Peters did not wish to fetter themselves by bringing the animals.
4 . ( A ) expand ( B ) shorten
( C ) restrict one’s freedom ( D ) explain 4 . -----------------
The automobile manufacturer refused to allow the
reporter to photograph the new solar-powered car . If photographs appeared in
the newspapers now , the car’s debut at the energy conference would be
spoiled .
5 . ( A ) first public appearance ( B ) destruction
( C ) competition ( D ) remodeling 5
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Because Maria was a neophyte , she paid too
much for the stamps . An experienced collector would have bargained for a
better price .
6 . ( A ) well-known expert ( B ) native ( C ) beginner
( D ) someone unable to make a decision 6
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Even though the two nations were discussing a peace
treaty , the hostile behavior of the border guards was certain to precipitate
a war .
7 . ( A ) prevent ( B ) postpone indefinitely
( C ) make impossible ( D ) cause to happen 7 . -----------------
The cold , rainy weather inhibited the repair
work on the cottage . The project will now take two more months to complete .
8 . ( A ) held back ( B ) improved slightly
( C ) destroyed ( D ) moved from place to place 8 .------------------
Thinking the rescuers were going to harm his master ,
the growling dog thwarted all efforts to treat the injured hiker .
9 . ( A ) improved ( B ) prevented
( C ) admired ( D ) ignored 9 .
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The retreating soldiers left behind their heavy
weapons . In order to make a quick retreat , they could not be encumbered by
unnecessary weight .
10 . ( A ) burdened ( B ) moved to action
( C ) joined together ( D ) deceived 10 .
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Answer Key
1 . B 2 . D 3 . A 4 . C 5. A 6 . C 7 . D 8 . A 9 . B
10 . A
1- ] Read the sentences or short passages below . Write the
letter for the correct definition of the underlined vocabulary word . Write the
letter for your choice on the answer line .
Everyone in
class smiled broadly when Jack insisted that he had to take care of his sick
cat over the weekend and therefore could not finish his homework . Jack had fabricated
such excuses before , but this was the most ridiculous one we had ever
heard .
1 . ( A ) decided
against ( B ) made up
( C ) rejected
( D ) enjoyed
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Even though
Mayor Ronald admitted that his
administration had made serious mistakes , he was re-elected by a sizable
majority . Voters apparently admired her veracity more than they worried
about a few honest mistakes .
2. ( A ) deceptive
statement ( B ) political connections
( C ) blunt
behavior ( D ) truthfulness
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As he
approached the foul line , Ezra’s calm appearance and confident stride belied
the nervousness he felt inside . If he missed this basket , the season
would be over for the team .
3 . ( A ) contradicted
( B ) revealed
( C ) celebrated
( D ) exaggerated 3 . ------------------
When Judge
Walker learned that he had once met the defendant , he withdrew from the trial
. Even though the lawyers were certain he would be fair , Judge walker’s probity
would not allow even the appearance of bias .
4 . ( A ) integrity
, honesty ( B ) meaningless gesture
( C ) clever
trick ( D ) illegal activity 4 . -------------------
It was just
like Victor to come up with some artifice for getting out of helping us
build the float . Not only did the cast on his arm have a zipper , the
so-called broken bone healed the next day .
5 . ( A ) genuine
problem or concern ( B ) helpful advice
( C ) crafty
trick ( D ) emotional speech
5 . ----------------------
Before the
museum would agree to buy the painting , the dealer had to prove that it was a bona
fide Rembrandt . Only an expert could distinguish between a true original
and a good copy .
6 . ( A ) imitation
( B ) colorful
( C ) inexpensive
( D ) genuine 6 .
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The lecture
on South American art was dreadfully boring , but I did not want to insult the
speaker . So instead of yawning or staring at the ceiling , I feigned interest
by appearing to take notes .
7 . ( A ) delayed
( B ) pretended
( C ) refused
to accept ( D ) concealed 7 . -------------------
When the
star quarterback was injured in the first quarter , losing the game seemed a veritable
certainty . he had scored all of the points in the last game .
8 . ( A ) joyful
( B ) unusual
( C ) unquestionable ( D ) senseless 8 .
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Do not
allow their cute appearance to beguile you into thinking they cannot
harm you . Lion cubs have sharp claws that can cut very deeply .
9 . ( A ) deceive
( B ) amaze
( C ) enlighten
( D ) warn
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Just before
the starting gun fired , Jason pointed to the sky and yelled , “Look out ! “
This was not the first time he had used such chicanery in an effort to
win a blue ribbon .
10 . ( A ) sportsmanship
( B ) heroic effort
( C ) curiosity
( D ) trickery
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Answer Key
1 . B 2 . D
3 . A 4 . A 5 . C 6 . D 7 . B 8 . C 9 . A 10 . D
3-
] Each question below includes a word in capital letters , followed by five
words or phrases . Choose the word or phrase that is closest in meaning
to the word in capital letters. Write the letter for your answer on the line
provided .
1 . BONA FIDE ( A ) well cooked ( B ) genuine
( C ) luxurious ( D ) plain 1 .
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2 . PROGENY ( A ) intelligence ( B ) tiny organisms
( C ) children ( D ) ancestors 2 .
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3 . BELIE ( A ) misrepresent ( B ) surprise
( C ) encourage ( D ) relax 3
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4 . ACCESSIBLE ( A ) undeniable ( B ) accidental
( C ) available ( D ) highly technical 4 . -----------------
5 . ELONGATE ( A ) press down ( B ) delay
( C ) enclose ( D ) lengthen 5 .
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6 . PIVOTAL ( A ) pointed ( B ) unusually strong
( C ) athletic ( D ) crucial 6 .
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7 . GENRE ( A ) type ( B ) gentleness
( C ) prediction ( D ) argument 7 . -----------------
8 . CONGENIAL ( A ) inherited ( B ) hostile
( C ) controversial ( D ) pleasant 8 . ------------------
9 . FEIGN ( A ) offend ( B ) pretend
( C ) explain ( D ) capture 9 .
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10 . HETEROGENEOUS ( A ) creative ( B ) identical
( C ) mixed ( D ) hesitant 10 .
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11 . IMPART ( A ) allow ( B ) convey
( C ) remove ( D ) dismiss 11 .
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12 . SALUTARY ( A ) rigid ( B ) celebrated
( C ) beneficial ( D ) unhealthy 12 .
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13 . GENERIC ( A ) general ( B ) sexual
( C ) corrupt ( D ) ancient 13 .
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14 . DERIVE ( A ) decide ( B ) obtain
( C ) ridicule ( D ) excuse 14 .
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15 . VERACITY ( A ) bravery ( B ) common sense
( C ) false accusation ( D ) truthfulness 15 . ---------------
Answer Key
1. B 2 . C 3 . A 4 . C 5 . D 6 . D 7 . A 8 . D 9 . B 10 . C 11 . B 12 . C 13 . A 14 . B 15 . D
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