Practice Test Speak Vocab #2

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     ________________________ - even on both sides; proportional

    • Mayhem
    • Symetrical
    • Asymetrical
    • Delinquency
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PRACTICE TEST SPEAK VOCAB #2 assesses knowledge of English vocabulary, focusing on words related to symmetry, motion, rights, and time-specific rituals. It enhances understanding of word meanings and usage in different contexts.

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  • 2. 

     ________________________ - not even; unbalanced

    • Mayhem

    • Indoctrination

    • Asymetrical

    • Symetrical

    Correct Answer
    A. Asymetrical
    Explanation
    The word "asymmetrical" means not having symmetry or balance. It is the opposite of "symmetrical," which means having equal proportions on both sides. In this context, the word "asymmetrical" is used to describe something that is not even or balanced. Therefore, it is the correct answer to the given question.

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  • 3. 

     ________________________ - women who fight for the rights of other women

    • Deliquent

    • Demented

    • Suffragette

    • Imbecile

    Correct Answer
    A. Suffragette
    Explanation
    A suffragette is a term used to describe women who fight for the rights of other women. They were particularly active in the early 20th century, advocating for women's right to vote. The term is derived from the word "suffrage," which refers to the right to vote. Suffragettes played a crucial role in the women's suffrage movement, organizing protests, demonstrations, and advocating for equal rights.

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  • 4. 

     ________________________ - motion ; propelling momentum; motion that is kept moving

    • Momentum

    • Vulnerable

    • Vesper

    • Imbecile

    Correct Answer
    A. Momentum
    Explanation
    Momentum refers to the force or power gained by a moving object. It is the product of an object's mass and its velocity. Momentum is a measure of how difficult it is to stop an object in motion. In this context, the given words - vulnerable, vesper, and imbecile - do not relate to motion or propelling momentum. Therefore, the correct answer is momentum.

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     ________________________ - easily wounded; one who could be hurt easily.

    • Vulnerable

    • Asylum

    • Imbecile

    • Conundrum

    Correct Answer
    A. Vulnerable
    Explanation
    The word "vulnerable" means easily wounded or susceptible to harm. It describes someone who could be hurt easily or is in a position where they can be easily taken advantage of or harmed.

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  • 6. 

     ________________________ - crime or injury; causing injury

    • Mayhem

    • Blather

    • Wombat

    • Xenographic

    Correct Answer
    A. Mayhem
    Explanation
    Mayhem is the correct answer because it refers to a state of chaos, disorder, or violent confusion. It specifically relates to a crime or injury that causes serious harm or injury. The other options, blather, wombat, and xenographic, do not have any connection to crime or injury.

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  • 7. 

     ________________________ - afraid of immigrants or aliens

    • Harried

    • Orient

    • Demented

    • Xenophobic

    Correct Answer
    A. Xenophobic
    Explanation
    The word "xenophobic" refers to being afraid of immigrants or aliens. This means that someone who is xenophobic has a fear or hatred towards people from other countries or cultures. The other options, such as "harried," "orient," and "demented," do not have the same meaning or connotation as xenophobic. Therefore, the correct answer is xenophobic.

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     ________________________ - beaten or worn down

    • Degrade

    • Blather

    • Wombat

    • Battered

    Correct Answer
    A. Battered
    Explanation
    The word "battered" means to be beaten or worn down. This word accurately describes something that has been physically damaged or worn out due to repeated use or abuse. It can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who has been emotionally or mentally worn down.

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  • 9. 

    Choose the part of speech that matches the following word: Asymmetrical

    • Noun

    • Verb

    • Adjective

    • Adverb

    Correct Answer
    A. Adjective
    Explanation
    "Asymmetrical" describes something that is not symmetrical or balanced. It is used to modify nouns and provide more information about their characteristics or qualities. Therefore, "Adjective" is the correct part of speech for the word "Asymmetrical".

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  • 10. 

     ________________________ - evening services; the beginning of evening

    • Vespers

    • Mayhem

    • Conundrum

    • Interim

    Correct Answer
    A. Vespers
    Explanation
    Vespers refers to evening services or the beginning of the evening. It is a term commonly used in Christian liturgical traditions to describe the evening prayer service. The other options, such as mayhem, conundrum, and interim, do not have any relevance to evening services or the beginning of the evening. Therefore, vespers is the correct answer.

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  • 11. 

    Choose the correct etymology for the following word: Xenographic

    • Latin

    • Greek

    • Old English

    • Hebrew

    Correct Answer
    A. Greek
    Explanation
    The word "Xenographic" is derived from Greek. The prefix "xeno-" means foreign or strange, and the suffix "-graphic" refers to writing or recording. Therefore, "xenographic" can be understood as the act of writing or recording something foreign or strange. This etymology aligns with the meaning of the word and its Greek roots, making Greek the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

    Choose the part of speech that matches the following word: conundrum

    • Noun

    • Verb

    • Adjective

    • Adverb

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun
    Explanation
    The word "conundrum" is a noun that refers to a difficult or confusing problem or question. It is not a verb, adjective, or adverb, as it does not describe an action, quality, or manner.

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    Choose the part of speech that matches the following word: vulnerable

    • Noun

    • Verb

    • Adjective

    • Adverb

    Correct Answer
    A. Adjective
    Explanation
    The word "vulnerable" is an adjective that describes someone or something that is susceptible to harm or attack. It does not indicate a person, place, thing, or idea, which would be a noun. It also does not express an action, which would be a verb. Additionally, it does not modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb, which would be an adverb. Therefore, the correct part of speech for "vulnerable" is an adjective.

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  • 14. 

    Choose the correct etymology for the following word: demented

    • Latin

    • Greek

    • Hebrew

    • English

    Correct Answer
    A. Latin
    Explanation
    The correct etymology for the word "demented" is Latin. Etymology refers to the origin and historical development of a word, and in this case, "demented" comes from the Latin word "dementis," which means "out of one's mind" or "insane." This Latin root accurately reflects the meaning of the word in English, which refers to someone who is mentally disturbed or irrational.

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  • 15. 

    Choose the part of speech that matches the following word: Momentum

    • Noun

    • Verb

    • Adjective

    • Adverb

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun
    Explanation
    The word "momentum" is a noun. It refers to the quantity of motion of a moving object, measured as a product of its mass and velocity. It is not a verb, adjective, or adverb, as it does not describe an action, quality, or manner.

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  • 16. 

    Choose the correct etymology for the following word: Vesper

    • Greek

    • Latin

    • English

    • Old Icelandic

    Correct Answer
    A. Latin
    Explanation
    The correct etymology for the word "Vesper" is Latin. This is because "Vesper" is derived from the Latin word "vespera," which means "evening" or "dusk." In Latin, "vesper" specifically refers to the evening star, Venus. This etymology is supported by the fact that "Vesper" is often used to refer to the evening prayer service in certain Christian denominations, which takes place at sunset.

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  • 17. 

    Choose the correct etymology for the following word: Mayhem

    • Latin

    • Greek

    • English

    • Old French

    Correct Answer
    A. Old French
    Explanation
    The correct etymology for the word "mayhem" is Old French. Mayhem originated from the Old French word "mahein" which means "injury" or "maim." This word was then borrowed into English, retaining its meaning of violent or chaotic behavior resulting in severe harm or destruction.

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  • 18. 

    Choose the correct etymology for the following word: Blather

    • Latin

    • Greek

    • Old Nordic

    • Old Icelandic

    Correct Answer
    A. Old Icelandic
    Explanation
    The correct etymology for the word "blather" is Old Icelandic. This means that the word originated from the Old Icelandic language.

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