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| consequence (n.): what follows after something happens | relevant (adj.): closely connected with something |
| acquisition (n.): the act of getting something | institution (n.): a custom that has existed for a long time |
| perceive (v.): to notice or come to know something | imply (v.): to suggest that something |
For questions 1 to 6, choose the synonyms that correspond to the words highlighted.
For questions 7 to 12, indicate your choices that best fit the sentences.
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Question 1 |
1. Which of the following is a synonym for result?
acquisition | |
perceive | |
relevant | |
institution | |
consequence | |
imply |
Question 1 Explanation:
Both "result" and "consequence" mean what happens after something is done.
Question 2 |
2. Which of the following is a synonym for distinguish?
institution | |
consequence | |
acquisition | |
perceive | |
imply | |
relevant |
Question 2 Explanation:
Both "distinguish" and "perceive" mean to become aware or something.
Question 3 |
3. Which of the following is a synonym for hint?
imply | |
institution | |
consequence | |
perceive | |
acquisition | |
relevant |
Question 3 Explanation:
Both "hint" and "imply" mean to make a suggestion.
Question 4 |
4. Which of the following is a synonym for tradition?
institution | |
acquisition | |
consequence | |
perceive | |
relevant | |
imply |
Question 4 Explanation:
Both "tradition" and "institution" refer to practices that have been around for a long time.
Question 5 |
5. Which of the following is a synonym for related?
consequence | |
imply | |
perceive | |
relevant | |
acquisition | |
institution |
Question 5 Explanation:
Both "related" and "relevant" mean closely connected.
Question 6 |
6. Which of the following is a synonym for asset?
imply | |
institution | |
acquisition | |
perceive | |
relevant | |
consequence |
Question 6 Explanation:
Both "asset" and "acquisition" mean a valuable thing you get.
Question 7 |
7. We’ve questioned him for a long time but he hasn’t said a word. I’d say his silence may _______________ that he’s guilty.
consequence | |
make relevant | |
acquire | |
institute | |
imply | |
perceive |
Question 7 Explanation:
The judgement is highly questionable. I wouldn't say keeping quiet may suggest, or imply, that someone is guilty. Keeping silence is a common strategy to avoid saying the wrong things that may be used against you in court.
Question 8 |
8. You must be prepared to accept the _______________ of your actions. Attacking someone is against the law.
implications | |
perceptions | |
acquisitions | |
institutions | |
relevance | |
consequences |
Question 8 Explanation:
If someone breaks the law, there are legal means to make sure that he or she doesn't have to chance to do it again. Examples include imprison and fine. These are two common legal consequences.
Question 9 |
9. The invention of the drug is _______________ as a significant breakthrough in medicine.
consequence | |
implied | |
instituted | |
perceived | |
acquired | |
relevant |
Question 9 Explanation:
Drugs that can cure serious conditions such as AIDS are highly valued. They are considered, or perceived, as breakthroughs in the medical world.
Question 10 |
10. “Don’t worry. They will catch the killer sooner or later. The case is under investigation by the _______________ authorities.”
consequential | |
institutional | |
acquisitive | |
perceptual | |
implicative | |
relevant |
Question 10 Explanation:
A case that involves killing is a homicide case. If the victim is someone special, then several law enforcement units may be involved. Therefore, you can refer to them as "relevant authorities" if you don't want to specify who they are.
Question 11 |
11. Rachel’s father is a rich businessman who enjoys spending money. His latest _______________ is a racecar.
institution | |
perception | |
relevance | |
implication | |
consequence | |
acquisition |
Question 11 Explanation:
An acquisition is an object bought or obtained. For someone who loves luxurious goods, he or she must have many acquisitions.
Question 12 |
12. He hurt three of his students, but the authorities did not send him to prison. He was sent to a mental _______________ instead after evaluation.
implication | |
acquisition | |
institution | |
perception | |
consequence | |
relevance |
Question 12 Explanation:
Some convicts who are assessed as mentally ill may avoid imprisonment. In that case, they are sent to facilities that treat their psychological conditions, which are called mental institutions.
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