Mettl Verbal Ability 5

Question 1

Choose the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to: SURGEON : SCALPEL

Accepted Answer

Carpenter : Saw

Answer

A surgeon uses a scalpel as their primary tool, just as a carpenter uses a saw.

Question 2

Identify the type of clause in the underlined portion: 'I will call you when the meeting ends.'

Accepted Answer

Adverb clause

Answer

'When the meeting ends' modifies the verb 'call,' indicating when the action occurs — it is an adverb clause.

Question 3

The word 'LOQUACIOUS' is closest in meaning to:

Accepted Answer

Garrulous

Answer

Loquacious and garrulous both mean excessively talkative.

Question 4

Which option correctly uses a semicolon?

Accepted Answer

I finished my work; I went home.

Answer

A semicolon correctly joins two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.

Question 5

Read: 'The mayor's plan to revitalize downtown was met with skepticism by local business owners.' What does 'skepticism' mean here?

Accepted Answer

Doubt and distrust

Answer

Skepticism refers to a questioning or doubting attitude toward a claim or plan.

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