ALCPT Vocabulary 3

Question 1

She was 'exhausted' after the long march. What does 'exhausted' mean?

Accepted Answer

completely tired

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very hungry

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slightly injured

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extremely bored

Question 2

Which word means 'to keep something from happening'?

Accepted Answer

prevent

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allow

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request

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describe

Question 3

The officer asked for a 'precise' measurement. What does 'precise' mean?

Accepted Answer

exact and accurate

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rough and approximate

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large and wide

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fast and efficient

Question 4

The sign said the area was 'restricted.' What does 'restricted' mean?

Accepted Answer

limited or controlled access

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open to everyone

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newly constructed

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temporarily closed for repairs

Question 5

Which word is the opposite of 'expand'?

Accepted Answer

contract

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grow

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improve

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replace

Question 6

The soldier had to 'maintain' his equipment. What does 'maintain' mean?

Accepted Answer

keep in good condition

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replace with newer items

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store in a warehouse

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transport to another location

Question 7

He was asked to 'summarize' the report. What does 'summarize' mean?

Accepted Answer

give a brief account of the main points

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read aloud word for word

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translate into another language

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add more details to the content