ALCPT Vocabulary: Synonyms in Context 2

Question 1

The general issued a directive to all commanding officers. Which word is closest in meaning to 'directive'?

Accepted Answer

order

Answer

A 'directive' is an official instruction or order issued by an authority. 'Order' is its closest synonym in a military context.

Question 2

The soldier's conduct during the operation was exemplary. Which word means the same as 'exemplary'?

Accepted Answer

outstanding

Answer

'Exemplary' means serving as a model of excellence. 'Outstanding' is its closest synonym, indicating performance that is exceptionally good.

Question 3

The mission required personnel to act with great discretion. Which word is closest in meaning to 'discretion'?

Accepted Answer

judgment

Answer

'Discretion' means the quality of behaving or speaking carefully to avoid causing offense or revealing confidential information. 'Judgment' is its closest synonym.

Question 4

The terms of the agreement were ambiguous and caused confusion. Which word means the same as 'ambiguous'?

Accepted Answer

unclear

Answer

'Ambiguous' means open to more than one interpretation; not clear or precise. 'Unclear' is its closest synonym.

Question 5

The technician verified that all systems were functioning correctly before the launch. Which word is closest in meaning to 'verified'?

Accepted Answer

confirmed

Answer

'Verified' means checked or proven to be true or accurate. 'Confirmed' is its closest synonym, as it also means to establish something as definitely true.

ALCPT - American Language Course Placement Test Practice Test

ALCPT - American Language Course Placement Test Practice Test

ALCPT Vocabulary: Synonyms in Context 2