Word Knowledge Practice Test 4

Correct answer: C — data

Statistics refers to a collection of numerical data, facts, or pieces of information, which directly corresponds to "data" (similar to how "datum" means a single "fact").

Correct answer: A — advancement

Promotion involves the act of raising someone to a higher position or rank, which means "advancement" (similar to how "furtherance" means advancement).

Correct answer: C — home

A "residence" is a person's home, the place where someone lives, which serves as a perfect synonym for "home" or "domicile".

Correct answer: A — gorge

A "canyon" is a deep, narrow valley with steep sides, which is best expressed by the word "gorge" or "abyss" (similar to the question for "chasm").

Correct answer: B — model

An "archetype" is a very typical example of a certain person or thing, acting as an original "model" that others copy (closely matching the concept of a "paradigm").

Correct answer: C — disapprove

To "condemn" means to express complete disapproval of or censure, which directly corresponds to "disapprove" (similar to how "deplore" means to strongly disapprove of something).

Correct answer: D — doubtful

Being "skeptical" means not easily convinced or having doubts, which is a perfect synonym for "doubtful" (closely matching the meaning of "dubious").

Correct answer: A — zero

Void means having no legal force or being completely empty, which corresponds to "zero" or invalid (exactly matching the concept of "null").

Correct answer: C — rude

Insolent describes someone who shows a rude and arrogant lack of respect, making "rude" the correct choice (synonymous with "impertinent").

Correct answer: D — polished

Radiant means sending out light, shining, or glowing brightly, which matches "polished" or glossy surfaces that reflect light beautifully (closely akin to "lustrous").

Correct answer: B — dishonesty

Feigning is the act of pretending or faking something to deceive, which falls directly under the category of "dishonesty" (perfectly mirroring "pretense").