Sentence Completion
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Directions(Q1-7): Each of the questions below contains one or more blank spaces. Each blank indicating an omitted word. Read and determine the general sense of each sentence. Then choose the word or set of words which, when inserted in the sentence best fits the meaning of the sentence. Question: Even when his reputation was in ___________, almost everyone was willing to admit that he had genius.
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Ascendancy
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Retaliation
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Eclipse
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Differentiation
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This 'Sentence Completion' quiz assesses the ability to choose appropriate words to complete sentences, enhancing vocabulary and comprehension skills. It's tailored for learners aiming to improve their linguistic precision and understanding of context.
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Directions(Q1-7): Each of the questions below contains one or more blank spaces. Each blank indicating an omitted word. Read and determine the general sense of each sentence. Then choose the word or set of words which, when inserted in the sentence best fits the meaning of the sentence. Question: How many of the books published each year in the United States make a(n) ___________contribution toward improving men's ___________with each other?
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Important----problems
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Standardized----customs
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Referential----rudeness
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Significant---relationships
Correct Answer
A. Significant---relationshipsExplanation
The question is asking about books that contribute to improving men's relationships with each other. The word "significant" means important or meaningful, and "relationships" refers to the connections or bonds between people. Therefore, the word "significant" and "relationships" best fit the meaning of the sentence.Rate this question:
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Directions(Q1-7): Each of the questions below contains one or more blank spaces. Each blank indicating an omitted word. Read and determine the general sense of each sentence. Then choose the word or set of words which, when inserted in the sentence best fits the meaning of the sentence. Question: No one can say for sure how ___________ the awards have been.
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Determined
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Effective
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Reducible
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Effervescent
Correct Answer
A. EffectiveExplanation
The sentence states that no one can say for sure how something has been. The word "effective" best fits the meaning of the sentence as it implies that the awards have had a significant impact or achieved their intended purpose.Rate this question:
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Directions(Q1-7): Each of the questions below contains one or more blank spaces. Each blank indicating an omitted word. Read and determine the general sense of each sentence. Then choose the word or set of words which, when inserted in the sentence best fits the meaning of the sentence. Question: The medieval church condemned man's partaking in ___________ pleasures.
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Ascetic
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Ecclesiastical
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Sensual
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Hermetic
Correct Answer
A. SensualExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "sensual". The sentence mentions the medieval church condemning man's partaking in something, and the word "sensual" fits best in this context as it refers to pleasures related to the senses or physical gratification. The other options, such as "ascetic" (referring to self-discipline and abstinence), "ecclesiastical" (relating to the church), and "hermetic" (relating to secrecy or isolation) do not convey the same meaning as the word "sensual".Rate this question:
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Directions(Q1-7): Each of the questions below contains one or more blank spaces. Each blank indicating an omitted word. Read and determine the general sense of each sentence. Then choose the word or set of words which, when inserted in the sentence best fits the meaning of the sentence. Question: The fact that a business has ___________ does not create an ___________ for it to give away its wealth.
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Prospered----imperative
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Halted----impossibility
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Incorporated----impulse
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Supplemented----obligation
Correct Answer
A. Prospered----imperativeExplanation
The sentence states that the fact that a business has prospered does not create an imperative for it to give away its wealth. This means that just because a business is successful does not mean it is required or obligated to give away its wealth. Therefore, the word "prospered" fits in the first blank as it means to be successful or thrive. The word "imperative" fits in the second blank as it means necessary or essential.Rate this question:
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Directions(Q1-7): Each of the questions below contains one or more blank spaces. Each blank indicating an omitted word. Read and determine the general sense of each sentence. Then choose the word or set of words which, when inserted in the sentence best fits the meaning of the sentence. Question: When I watch drivers routinely slam their cars to a halt, ___________ take corners on two wheels, and blunder wildly over construction potholes and railroad crossings, I consider it a ___________ to automotive design that cars don't shake apart far sooner.
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Gradually----curiosity
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Sensibly----blessing
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Gracefully----misfortune
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Habitually----tribute
Correct Answer
A. Habitually----tributeExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "habitually----tribute". This means that when the speaker observes drivers regularly performing dangerous maneuvers and driving recklessly, they see it as a tribute to the durability and strength of automotive design. The word "habitually" suggests that these actions are done frequently or as a habit, and "tribute" implies that it is a form of praise or recognition for the design of cars.Rate this question:
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Directions(Q1-7): Each of the questions below contains one or more blank spaces. Each blank indicating an omitted word. Read and determine the general sense of each sentence. Then choose the word or set of words which, when inserted in the sentence best fits the meaning of the sentence. Question: On the ground, liquid hydrogen must be stored in large stainless-steel tanks with double walls filled with ___________and evacuated to a high vacuum.
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Stones
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Air
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Insulation
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Water
Correct Answer
A. InsulationExplanation
The sentence mentions that liquid hydrogen must be stored in large stainless-steel tanks with double walls. These double walls are filled with something and evacuated to a high vacuum. The word or set of words that best fits the meaning of the sentence is "insulation." Insulation is commonly used to fill the walls of tanks in order to maintain temperature and prevent heat transfer.Rate this question:
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