PPC - Sub-test 4: Vocabulary

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Instructions

Each question consists of a sentence or a part of a sentence in which a word or phrase is in bold type. From the five alternatives provided, select the one that has the closest meaning to the word or phrase in bold type. Read the Instructions and Sample Questions before you take the practice test. Keep the instructions and sample questions page open in a separate tab and consult it as needed while you take the practice test.

Question 31

The contract for the service will expire shortly.

  1. change
  2. continue
  3. end
  4. begin
  5. extend

Question 32

Much of the work is routine.

  1. usual
  2. redundant
  3. easy
  4. elementary
  5. difficult

Question 33

The staff is a very industrious group of people.

  1. cultured
  2. polite
  3. busy
  4. rowdy
  5. disciplined

Question 34

A tendency to overwork.

  1. refusal
  2. reluctance
  3. determination
  4. leaning
  5. policy

Question 35

The activities were subsidized.

  1. successful
  2. supported
  3. appreciated
  4. needed
  5. required

Question 36

Call to confirm the appointment.

  1. delay
  2. cancel
  3. verify
  4. postpone
  5. change

Question 37

Pursue the matter.

  1. protest
  2. question
  3. challenge
  4. follow-up
  5. deny

Question 38

The components are complex.

  1. facts
  2. parts
  3. numbers
  4. arguments
  5. styles

Question 39

The speaker reiterated the message.

  1. excused
  2. repeated
  3. confused
  4. debated
  5. argued

Question 40

A resounding success.

  1. unmistakable
  2. questionable
  3. repeating
  4. loud
  5. deserved

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