GGST Verbal Reasoning 5

Question 1

Which word is most similar in meaning to CORROBORATE?

Accepted Answer

Confirm

Answer

Corroborate means to confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding.

Question 2

Identify the logical flaw: 'This policy worked in Country X, so it will definitely work in Country Y.'

Accepted Answer

False equivalence

Answer

Assuming two different countries will have identical results ignores contextual differences — a false equivalence.

Question 3

Read: 'All requests submitted after the deadline will be considered only at the committee's discretion.' An applicant submits after the deadline. Which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

The committee may or may not consider the request.

Answer

'At the committee's discretion' means the committee has the choice — it may or may not act on the late request.

Question 4

Choose the option that correctly uses the word 'infer.'

Accepted Answer

From the data, we can infer that demand is rising.

Answer

To infer is to deduce or conclude from evidence; the reader or analyst infers, not the document.

Question 5

Which sentence is written in the passive voice?

Accepted Answer

The financial records were reviewed by the auditor.

Answer

In passive voice, the subject receives the action; 'the financial records were reviewed' follows this structure.

GGST - Global General Service Test Practice Test

GGST - Global General Service Test Practice Test

GGST Verbal Reasoning 5