11+ Entrance Exam Flashcards

Which word is closest in meaning to "exuberant" as used in a sentence?

Answer: Joyful

'Exuberant' describes a state of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerful enthusiasm. Someone who is exuberant is typically very lively and expresses great happiness. Therefore, 'joyful' is the closest synonym, as it captures the essence of happiness and high spirits associated with exuberance.

What is the correct antonym for "benevolent"?

Answer: Malevolent

'Benevolent' means well-meaning and kindly, characterized by goodwill and generosity towards others. Its antonym would describe someone who wishes harm or evil upon others. 'Malevolent' precisely fits this description, meaning having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

If a rectangle has a length of 10 cm and a width of 4 cm, what is its perimeter?

Answer: 28 cm

The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated by adding the lengths of all its four sides. The formula is 2 * (length + width). Given a length of 10 cm and a width of 4 cm, the perimeter is 2 * (10 cm + 4 cm) = 2 * 14 cm = 28 cm.

What comes next in the series: 5, 10, 15, 20, ___?

Answer: 25

This is an arithmetic sequence where each number increases by a constant value. The pattern shows that each subsequent number is obtained by adding 5 to the previous one (5+5=10, 10+5=15, 15+5=20). Following this pattern, the next number in the series would be 20 + 5 = 25.

Which word does not belong in the group: Apple, Orange, Carrot, Banana?

Answer: Carrot

Apple, Orange, and Banana are all classifications of fruits. A carrot, however, is botanically a root vegetable. Therefore, 'Carrot' is the word that does not belong in this group because it is not a fruit.