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Synonyms In Context Choose Best FitSet 26

1Read the extract carefully and then answer questions 53-60 on the basis of what is stated or implied.Which is CLOSEST in meaning to "they enjoyed the role of stooges to the white man boss"

2Which phrase in the text is similar to the keyword 'body language'?

3She cut a lock of her hair to give him as a ..... to remember their relationship. He dropped the hair and said yuck.Which word BEST COMPLETES this sentence?

4$^{Choose the sentence closest in meaning to:}$She was grateful for the support she received during tough times.

5There is in the artist's landscapes a delicate ..... between the natural and the man-made.

6Made in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns

7Emma and Miss Taylor are like sisters; the latter's position as governess is onlynominal

8The word 'necessitating' in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to .....

9A regular and fixed amount of pay for work done or to help cover living or work expenses

10In large cities, "congested traffic" has reduced the number of safe spaces to play on the street. The phrase congested traffic is closest in meaning to:

11Choose the sentence with the same meaning.The number of people attending the theatre has fallen dramatically.

12To explain in greater detail

13My sister worked as a waitress, teacher and photographer. What I mean is .....

14To pull together related information from various sources; to compile from many sources

15Juliette didn't like her new haircut until several people made remarks on how nice it looked.

16Providing no clear answer or solution

17Being forced to join the military.

18Which word means over or beyond the rules of nature?

19Extremely beautiful and, typically, delicate.

20From lines 15-16 of "My Desk":He sanded down the finish erasing the indentations of the letters and numbers he had etched over time.In line 16, the word etched most closely means-

21Building a Stronger ASEAN: Choose the best option.Question 1: .....

22Highly structured coaching sometimes "leaves no room for the trial and error approach." The phrase leave no room for the trial and error approach is closest in meaning to:

23Which of the following is a synonym for the circulatory system?

24The expression "prior to" in sentence 12 could best be replaced by

25Raising the minimum wage is closest to (a).

26A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person

27There's sure to be a row if we're heard talking here.

28When a store has specials, it means that some merchandise is .....

29Through repeated wins and losses, youngsters learn to "cope with failure." The phrase cope with failure is closest in meaning to:

30The vocabulary word for "Family likeness" is;

31The act or process of spreading out over an area or amongst different people

32A ladder is most like .....

33Which word means has a desired goal or purpose?

34Which word means "to make a quick profit"?

35Rewrite the following sentence without changing its meaning. What were you doing at the moment of the explosion?

36I accidentally dropped a pan of really hot soup and ..... my foot quite badly.

37This diet claims to ..... toxins from the body.

38Which word is most closely related to "lightning"?

39Replace the words or phrases in italics in the sentences with a word or phrase It started as a hobby but later on he became an aficionado.

40Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition: Widespread fame or glory

41In the past, British children were encouraged to perform for the ..... of adults.

42Which word could NOT replace "either" in this sentence?She can play 20 different sports and she is a guitarist either.

43Fainting is also called

44A degree is ..... to apply for this position.

45To 'keep' a close watch over or 'up against' someone or something

46Culture helps people ..... to the world around them.

47In passage 1, in line 17, what does the word innovative most nearly mean?

48Outstandingly good; setting a fine example = Loquacious

49Something that appears false or contradictory, but is actually correct.

50To see; to watch with close attention; to stick to or obey

51Choose the sentence which is closest in meaning to the following one.Even though it was raining heavily, the explorers decided to continue their journey.

52Mark letter A, B, C or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to the given one.2. You have to finish your homework on time.

53Choose the correct word which is BEST suited for the word or expression in CAPITAL LETTERS in each sentence.The schoolgirl was HARASSED by the other children because she was foreign.

54Choose the best answer.After the traffic light, keep going south on Highway 181.

55The store owner tried to ..... the angry mob by offering free coffee and donuts.

56The unscrupulous presidential candidate attempted to ..... his opponent's reputation by alluding to his early gambling addiction.

57What type of context clue is used here:'The character was feeling apprehensive, anxious, and nervous before the important test.'?

58Injury risks "associated with" heading the ball have worried some parents. The phrase associated with is closest in meaning to:

59A coveted item is one that .....

60Virtual teams are also known as ..... teams.

61In the phrase 'win and retain business customers,' what does 'retain' most nearly mean?