CLAST Vocabulary and Language Usage 2

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses the word 'affect' versus 'effect'?

Accepted Answer

Stress can affect a person's physical health.

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The rain will effect our plans for the day.

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She effected the sadness in her painting well.

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The medication had no affect on the patient.

Question 2

The word 'ubiquitous' in 'Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern life' most nearly means:

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Present everywhere

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Necessary

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Expensive

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Controversial

Question 3

Which pair of words are synonyms?

Accepted Answer

Loquacious / Talkative

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Ambiguous / Clear

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Prudent / Reckless

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Benevolent / Hostile

Question 4

Select the most precise word to complete: 'The archaeologist carefully _______ the artifact from the surrounding soil.'

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Extracted

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Removed

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Pulled

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Took

Question 5

In context, 'The judge's ruling was unprecedented' means the ruling was:

Accepted Answer

Never done before

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Without any legal basis

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Highly controversial

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Extremely popular

Question 6

Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of the word 'imply'?

Accepted Answer

Her expression implied that she was displeased with the results.

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He implied that he understood the directions given to him.

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The manager implied the raise to his team members.

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He implied from her tone that she was upset.

Question 7

The word 'tenacious' in 'She was tenacious in her pursuit of a medical degree' most closely means:

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Persistent

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Reluctant

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Talented

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Secretive