CPS Verbal Reasoning 2

Question 1

All firefighters at Station 5 are trained in CPR. Maria is a firefighter at Station 5. What can be concluded?

Accepted Answer

Maria is trained in CPR

Answer

If all members of a group share a trait, any individual member must share it.

Question 2

Which word is the antonym of 'extinguish'?

Accepted Answer

Ignite

Answer

To extinguish is to put out a fire, while to ignite is to start one.

Question 3

A report states the fire 'spread rapidly through the structure.' Which word best replaces 'rapidly'?

Accepted Answer

Swiftly

Answer

'Swiftly' is a synonym for 'rapidly,' both meaning quickly.

Question 4

If no exits were blocked and everyone evacuated safely, which statement must be true?

Accepted Answer

The occupants could leave the building

Answer

Unblocked exits and a safe evacuation mean occupants were able to leave.

Question 5

Choose the word that means nearly the same as 'hazard'.

Accepted Answer

Danger

Answer

A hazard is a source of danger or risk.

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