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Comprehension involves understanding a passage, completing sentences logically, detecting grammatical or usage errors and interpreting figurative language. You need to identify the main idea, supporting details, tone, implied meaning and the relationship between clues in the passage and the answer choices.

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  • A. a type of bird
  • B. a small child
  • C. a species of tiger
  • D. a human civilization

Explanation: An egret is a type of bird known for its long, elegant plumage. The passage specifically refers to the egret's feathers being used in…

Correct answer: a type of bird
  • A. Abrupt
  • B. Elaborate
  • C. Dawdling
  • D. Capricious

Explanation: When someone provides an alibi that is too elaborate, it means they are providing too many details, which can raise suspicions.

Correct answer: Elaborate
  • A. Disregards
  • B. Pensively
  • C. Nemeses
  • D. Anxieties

Explanation: The sentence should read: "They were encouraged to express their fears and anxieties."This means that individuals were prompted to share…

Correct answer: Anxieties
  • A. Scarce
  • B. Mollify
  • C. Quiet
  • D. Scare

Explanation: The sentence should read: "The horror movie shouldn't be shown at school because it will scare the children.""Scare" is a synonym for…

Correct answer: Scare
  • A. Fatigue
  • B. Repudiate
  • C. Galvanise
  • D. Dissipate

Explanation: The sentence should read: "As soon as the water hits the roots of the dehydrated plant, it will galvanise it.""Galvanise" means to shock…

Correct answer: Galvanise
  • A. Vocalization
  • B. Protrusion
  • C. Virology
  • D. Communication

Explanation: Vocalization, but more specifically, "Elocution" itself is the correct term.Elocution refers to the art of public speaking, including…

Correct answer: Vocalization
  • A. Advice
  • B. Advise
  • C. Device
  • D. Devices

Explanation: The sentence should read: "She went to a lawyer for some independent advice.""Advice" refers to guidance or recommendations provided by an…

Correct answer: Advice
  • A. Ale
  • B. Ail
  • C. Alee
  • D. Eel

Explanation: The sentence should read: "My least favourite ail is nausea, which makes me absolutely miserable every hour it afflicts me and guarantees…

Correct answer: Ail
  • A. By
  • B. Buy
  • C. Bye
  • D. Bay

Explanation: The sentence should read: "She went to the mall to buy a new dress for her interview.""Buy" means to purchase or acquire something, in…

Correct answer: Buy
  • A. Deny
  • B. Yield
  • C. Accept
  • D. Succumb

Explanation: Abjure means to formally reject, renounce, or deny something, often in a solemn or public manner.

Correct answer: Deny
  • A. Boredom
  • B. Occupation
  • C. Profession
  • D. Work

Explanation: Avocation refers to a person's regular occupation or calling, especially one that is considered prestigious or dignified.

Correct answer: Occupation
  • A. Seduce
  • B. Disenchant
  • C. Repuls
  • D. Refuse

Explanation: Beguile means to charm or fascinate someone, often in a subtle or deceptive way, to win them over or gain their attention.

Correct answer: Seduce
  • A. Humble
  • B. Reserved
  • C. Grandiose
  • D. Restrained

Explanation: Grandiose, is a synonym of bombastic because it also means impressive-sounding but lacking in real substance or value.

Correct answer: Grandiose
  • A. Polite
  • B. Kind
  • C. Blunt
  • D. Tactful

Explanation: Brusque means being abrupt, curt, and direct in speech or manner, often to the point of being rude or unfriendly.

Correct answer: Blunt
  • A. Perplexing
  • B. Abstract
  • C. Puzzling
  • D. Lucid

Explanation: Abstruse means difficult to understand; obscure or esoteric. It describes something that is complex, vague, or ambiguous, making it hard…

Correct answer: Lucid
  • A. Sedition
  • B. Fealty
  • C. Dedication
  • D. Obligation

Explanation: Allegiance refers to loyalty, devotion, or duty to a person, organization, or country.

Correct answer: Sedition
  • A. Grasp
  • B. Digest
  • C. Exclude
  • D. Comprehend

Explanation: Assimilate means to absorb, integrate, or incorporate something, such as ideas, cultures, or values, into one's own identity or system.

Correct answer: Exclude
  • A. Baffle
  • B. Enlighten
  • C. Distract
  • D. Fluster

Explanation: Bewilder means to confuse, perplex, or disorient someone, often leaving them feeling lost or uncertain.

Correct answer: Enlighten
  • A. Astound
  • B. Startle
  • C. Expect
  • D. Flabbergast

Explanation: Boggle means to shock, astonish, or overwhelm someone, often leaving them feeling amazed or disbelieving.

Correct answer: Expect
  • A. Cite
  • B. Slight
  • C. Sight
  • D. Site

Explanation: Site refers to a physical location or area, especially one designated for a specific purpose, such as building construction.

Correct answer: Site