OLSAT OLSAT Verbal Reasoning 3

Question 1

Which sentence uses the word 'pernicious' correctly?

Accepted Answer

The pernicious rumor damaged her reputation.

Answer

The pernicious sunshine warmed the garden.

Answer

Her pernicious kindness helped many.

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He gave a pernicious smile of welcome.

Question 2

Redundant : Necessary :: Superfluous : ___

Accepted Answer

Essential

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Extra

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Excessive

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Unneeded

Question 3

Which word correctly completes: 'He was ___ about his personal life, rarely sharing details.'?

Accepted Answer

Reticent

Answer

Verbose

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Garrulous

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Forthcoming

Question 4

Provident : Wasteful :: Prudent : ___

Accepted Answer

Reckless

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Careful

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Wise

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Thrifty

Question 5

A student reads 5 chapters in 2 hours. At this rate, how long to read 12 chapters?

Accepted Answer

4.8 hours

Answer

4 hours

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5 hours

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6 hours

Question 6

Which best describes the relationship: 'Prologue : Story :: Preface : ___'?

Accepted Answer

Book

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Chapter

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Index

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Appendix