ALCPT Contextual Word Usage Flashcards

The soldier was told to _______ the area before the convoy moved through.

Answer: clear

'Clear' means to make safe or free of obstacles, which fits the military context of checking an area before movement.

She could not _______ why the report was rejected without more feedback from her supervisor.

Answer: determine

'Determine' means to find out or establish something, fitting the context of trying to understand a reason.

The new policy will _______ all personnel to wear identification badges at all times.

Answer: require

'Require' indicates a mandatory obligation, which is appropriate for a policy that makes something compulsory.

The technician had to _______ the broken part before the machine could operate again.

Answer: replace

'Replace' means to put a new part in place of the old one, restoring function to the machine.

The commander gave a _______ order that no one was to leave the base without authorization.

Answer: strict

'Strict' means firm and precise, fitting an order that must be followed exactly with no exceptions.

The interpreter had to _______ the general's speech so the local officials could understand it.

Answer: translate

'Translate' means to convert speech from one language into another, which is the interpreter's specific role.

The troops were instructed to _______ their positions until further orders arrived.

Answer: maintain

'Maintain' means to keep or hold in the same state, appropriate when troops are told to stay where they are.