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1. Select the meaning of the word 'labile' in the sentence: 'The child developed a labile condition that worried the parents.'

• A. Fevered
• B. Volatile
• C. Stomach
• D. Vision

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B, 'Volatile.' In this context, 'labile' means having an unpredictable or changeable condition. Choice A, 'Fevered,' is incorrect as it relates to having a fever, not the intended meaning of 'labile.' Choices C and D, 'Stomach' and 'Vision,' are unrelated to the context of the sentence and do not reflect the meaning of 'labile' as 'volatile.'

2. Another word for ASSURED is?

• A. Confirmed the truth of
• B. Sympathized with
• C. Denied the truth of
• D. Made known to

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The word 'assured' means to have made certain or confident of something. 'Confirmed' is a synonym that aligns with this meaning. Therefore, the correct answer is A, 'Confirmed the truth of.' Choice B, 'Sympathized with,' does not have a similar meaning to 'assured.' Choice C, 'Denied the truth of,' is the opposite in meaning to 'assured.' Choice D, 'Made known to,' does not convey the same sense of certainty as 'assured.'

3. What is the meaning of Contingent?

• A. Certain
• B. Dependent
• C. Unrelated
• D. Guaranteed

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct meaning of 'contingent' is dependent, indicating reliance on something else. Choice A, 'Certain,' is incorrect as it means clearly established or assured, which does not align with the meaning of 'contingent.' Choice C, 'Unrelated,' is also incorrect as it means not connected or associated with, which is a different concept. Choice D, 'Guaranteed,' is not synonymous with 'contingent' as it implies assurance or confirmation, not dependency.

4. What does the quoted word 'cornucopia' mean in the following sentence?

• A. Plethora
• B. Ostracism
• C. Laborious
• D. Pensive

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: 'Plethora.' In the context provided, 'cornucopia' is used metaphorically to signify an abundance or a large variety of stimulating questions and conversation. 'Plethora' is a synonym for 'cornucopia' and means an excessive amount or abundance. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. 'Ostracism' means exclusion or rejection, 'Laborious' means requiring a lot of effort, and 'Pensive' means engaged in deep thought.

5. Select the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. The children became bellicose after too much time in the moving car.

• A. Beautiful
• B. Selfless
• C. Tolerant
• D. Quarrelsome

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The word 'bellicose' means showing aggression or a willingness to fight. In the context of the sentence, it suggests that the children became argumentative or confrontational after spending too much time in the moving car. Therefore, the correct meaning is 'quarrelsome.' Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because 'bellicose' does not mean beautiful, selfless, or tolerant. It specifically refers to a combative or aggressive behavior, which aligns with 'quarrelsome.'

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