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English Vocabulary Test (U.S.) (Upwork)
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English Vocabulary Test (U.S.) (Upwork)
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1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.adj. Similar to something else in certain respects
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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
8. 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.
9. 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
10. 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.
11. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
12. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.REFUTE
13. 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.
14. 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
15. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
16. Complete 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
17. 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.
18. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.PRETENTIOUS
19. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.Oscar
20. 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.
21. Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.LASSITUDE
22. Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.n. The act or fact of lessening; reduction
23. Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.The crafty spy gave a ____________ name to the hotel clerk.
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
25. 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.