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Example Question #71 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VERMIN
Possible Answers:
Pests
Quacks
Lawyers
Tyrants
Animals
Correct answer:
Pests
Explanation:
“Vermin” are pests. For instance, rats and mosquitos could be considered vermin. To provide further help, a “lawyer” is someone who understands and practices the law; a “tyrant” is a ruler whose power is absolute is often cruel to his people; a “quack” is a phony.
Example Question #72 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FELINE
Possible Answers:
Subway
Horse
Dog
Cat
Car
Correct answer:
Cat
Explanation:
A "feline" is another word for a "cat." "Canine" is a similar synonym for "dog," and "equine" is a similar synonym for "horse." As a word "feline" has no relation to subways or cars.
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