12345 - Verbal Quiz - Vocabulary Questions 1 / 5 1. After a long period of stagnation, the mining industry experienced a ______ resurgence, thanks to the discovery of new resources and technological advancements, leading to economic growth and job creation. Which choice most logically and precisely completes the text? a) nominal b) dramatic c) minuscule d) static The correct choice is "dramatic." The context of the passage describes a significant and sudden revival of the mining industry. The other choices do not fit the context. "Nominal" implies something small or insignificant, "minuscule" suggests something very tiny or negligible, and "static" means unchanging or not moving. 2 / 5 2. According to a recent survey, the majority of employees favor a flexible work schedule, believing that it promotes improved work-life balance and overall job satisfaction. Companies that adopt a _____ approach to work hours may benefit from higher employee retention rates. Which choice most logically and precisely completes the text? a) rigid b) lenient c) sparse d) dichotomous The correct choice is "lenient." The context of the passage suggests that a less strict approach to work hours may be beneficial to both employees and employers. The other choices do not fit the context. "Rigid" contradicts the desired flexibility, "sparse" implies infrequent work, and "dichotomous" indicates separation or division. 3 / 5 3. According to a recent study, the ocean's rising temperature is severely impacting its ability to absorb carbon dioxide, which accelerates the feedback loops of climate change. The alarming situation requires ______ intervention to limit further damage. Which choice most logically and precisely completes the text? a) occasional b) immediate c) gradual d) optional The correct choice is "immediate." The context of the passage highlights the urgent nature of the problem and the need for prompt action to address it. The other choices do not convey the same sense of urgency. "Occasional" suggests infrequent intervention, "gradual" implies a slow process, and "optional" indicates that it may not be necessary. 4 / 5 4. Access to adequate education is considered a fundamental human right, yet millions of children worldwide are denied this essential resource due to factors such as conflict, poverty, and _____. Which choice most logically and precisely completes the text? a) innovation b) accommodation c) discrimination d) integration The correct choice is "discrimination." The context of the passage discusses various factors that prevent children from accessing education, and discrimination is a relevant factor that could deny children this essential resource. The other choices do not fit the context. "Innovation" suggests creative or original ideas, "accommodation" implies providing for needs, and "integration" indicates combining or incorporating elements. 5 / 5 5. A great deal of political debate and public outcry arose from the controversial legislation, ultimately leading to a _____ of opinions among the population. Which choice most logically and precisely completes the text? a) homogenization b) polarization c) attenuation d) conciliation The correct choice is "polarization." The context of the passage implies that the controversial legislation caused people to take opposing sides and become divided on the issue. The choices "homogenization," "attenuation," and "conciliation" do not fit the context. Your score is 0% Restart Quiz
