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.
- change
- continue
- end
- begin
- extend
Question 32
Much of the work is routine.
- usual
- redundant
- easy
- elementary
- difficult
Question 33
The staff is a very industrious group of people.
- cultured
- polite
- busy
- rowdy
- disciplined
Question 34
A tendency to overwork.
- refusal
- reluctance
- determination
- leaning
- policy
Question 35
The activities were subsidized.
- successful
- supported
- appreciated
- needed
- required
Question 36
Call to confirm the appointment.
- delay
- cancel
- verify
- postpone
- change
Question 37
Pursue the matter.
- protest
- question
- challenge
- follow-up
- deny
Question 38
The components are complex.
- facts
- parts
- numbers
- arguments
- styles
Question 39
The speaker reiterated the message.
- excused
- repeated
- confused
- debated
- argued
Question 40
A resounding success.
- unmistakable
- questionable
- repeating
- loud
- deserved
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