Question 1:

There is a better method to enable or disable services on your computer than using msconfig and hardware profiles. When using msconfig, you might disable some services that are necessary to boot the system. Which of the following should be used to enable or disable services.     
a.     Device Manager    
b.     Event Viewer    
c.     Microsoft Management Console (MMC)     
d.     Local Security Policy 

the answer is : c.     Microsoft Management Console (MMC)    


Question2:  What is the key combination to Quit a program through Task Manager that is not responding?     a.     Alt + Del     b.     Ctrl + Alt + Del     c.     Ctrl + Del     d.     Shift + Alt + Del the answer is :    d.     Shift + Alt + Del
 
Question3: 
Windows XP tracks whatever files that load during every boot and application launches, and the operating system uses that information to prefetch files into RAM. These prefetch data are parsed into a file named __________ located in the Windows\Prefetch folder on the boot drive. Every three days, a limited defragmentation operation automatically occurs in the background during idle for only those files in that file to further speed up the computer's file access.     a.     Defrag.sys     b.     Prefetch.sys     c.     Defrag.ini     d.     Layout.ini the answer is :     c.     Defrag.ini

Question4:
Accelerator (hot) keys: Several menu commands, such as File, Edit, Table, or Tools, have one underlined letter as shown. The command associated with the underlined character can be Quickly executed if that character is entered on the keyboard immediately after the _____ key is pressed.


    a.     Shift
    b.     Alt
    c.     Ctrl
    d.     Windows
the answer is :
     b.     Alt

Question5:
An icon with an arrow in its lower-left corner, which can be clicked for quick access to the object it represents, is a(n):

    a.     Application icon
    b.     Folder (directory) icon
    c.     Document icon
    d.     Shortcut icon
the answer is :
     b.     Folder (directory) icon

Question6:
A common name given to the bitmapped desktop image (usually a picture) that serves as a background for the entire desktop is:


    a.     Wallpaper
    b.     Theme
    c.     Texture
    d.     Mosaic
the answer is :
     a.     Wallpaper

Question7:
Which of the following statements about Windows XP features is/are correct?


    a.     Windows XP can automatically download updates.
    b.     Windows XP offline files allows you to synchronize your files with your file server.
    c.     If Fast User Switching is enabled, you cannot use offline files.
    d.     There is a "System Restore" functionality within Windows XP.
the answer is :
     b.     Windows XP offline files allows you to synchronize your files with your file server.

Question8:
Which of the following is/are valid Window's file names?


    a.     expert-rating
    b.     expert rating
    c.     expert*rating
    d.     643764736
    e.     expert rating certifications!
the answer is :
     a.     expert-rating

Question9:
Which statement(s) about the Recycle Bin is/are correct?


    a.     All deleted files except media files are sent to the Recycle Bin.
    b.     You can restore any selected files from the Recycle Bin folder by right clicking and then selecting Restore.
    c.     The Recycle Bin stores files for one month before permanently deleting them.
    d.     More than one file at a time cannot be restored from the Recycle Bin.
the answer is :
     c.     The Recycle Bin stores files for one month before permanently deleting them.

Question10:
Which of the following statements about the file security levels while browsing is/are correct?


    a.     Low is designed with the minimum safeguards.
    b.     Under Low security, active content such as scripting, runs without prompting.
    c.     Medium-low is the same as Medium but with less frequent prompts.
    d.     Medium is the default security level for the Internet.
    e.     All of the above
the answer is :
     e.     All of the above

Question11:
Which of the following would be a System Restore feature in Windows XP?


    a.     It allows you to take a quick backup of your important data.
    b.     It helps you recover data that has been lost due to a hard disk crash.
    c.     It allows you to quickly clean up unwanted files, folders, and desktop icons.
    d.     It allows you to restore your computer to a previous state in case of a system problem.
    e.     It allows you to quickly reinstall Windows XP in case of need.
the answer is :
     d.     It allows you to restore your computer to a previous state in case of a system problem.

Question12:
How can you customize Advanced Start menu options in windows XP operating system.


    a.     Right click on the Taskbar and click the Customize button.
    b.     Right click on the Taskbar, choose Properties, click on Start Menu, and click the Customize button.
    c.     Right click on the Taskbar and choose open all users.
    d.     Left click on the Taskbar; choose Properties.
the answer is :
     b.     Right click on the Taskbar, choose Properties, click on Start Menu, and click the Customize button.

Question13:
You can create and edit files using the Windows Notepad. What are the extensions of a file that has been created using Notepad?


    a.     .doc
    b.     .text
    c.     .txt
    d.     .html
the answer is :
     b.     .text

Question14:
What happens when you hold down the Windows button key and press the E key?


    a.     It opens the Windows Explorer.
    b.     It opens the Internet Explorer.
    c.     It opens the default search engine.
    d.     It opens the color settings.
the answer is :
     a.     It opens the Windows Explorer.

Question15:
You are logged in as an administrator to the computers on your small local network and you want to change the names of those computers and the workgroup so that their names are more informative. One way to change the names would be to:


    a.     Open the System control panel. Select the System tab and then click Change. Enter the desired name for the computer and click OK.
    b.     Open the System control panel. Select Change Name from the Edit menu and then click Change Name. Enter the desired name for the computer and click OK.
    c.     Right click the Desktop and select Personalize. Select the Computer Name tab and then click Change. Enter the desired name for the computer and click OK
    d.     Open the Performance and Maintenance control panel. Select the Computer Name tab and then click Change. Enter the desired name for the computer and click OK.
    e.     Right Click on My Computer icon, choose properties and select tab 'Computer Name' or(use run command and put sysdm.cpl) and click on the Change button. Enter the desired name for computer and click OK.
the answer is :
     d.     Open the Performance and Maintenance control panel. Select the Computer Name tab and then click Change. Enter the desired name for the computer and click OK.

Question16:
The _____________ is a large hidden file where Windows XP finds information about all of the hardware, software, and various settings and user options.


    a.     Windows Registry
    b.     Finder
    c.     Preferences
    d.     Windows SysOps
the answer is :
     c.     Preferences

Question17:
Which of the following activities can you accomplish with the Remote Desktop feature in Windows XP?


    a.     You can get a miniature view of your desktop by clicking on the Desktop icon.
    b.     You can automatically clear up unwanted Desktop icons.
    c.     You can view files and documents on your computer's desktop from a coworker's computer.
    d.     You can view files and documents on any computer's desktop from your computer.
the answer is :
     c.     You can view files and documents on your computer's desktop from a coworker's computer.

Question18:
The hard-drive utility tool in Windows XP for automatically fixing file system errors or for searching for and attempted recovery of bad sectors is:


    a.     CheckDisk (CHKDSK)
    b.     SystemCheck (SYSCHK)
    c.     DiskFix (DSKFX)
    d.     DiskScan (DSKSCN)
the answer is :
     a.     CheckDisk (CHKDSK)

Question19:
By hovering the mouse pointer over the clock, what happens?


    a.     It displays the time in a bigger font.
    b.     It will speak out the time through the speaker connected to the computer.
    c.     It will show the time in analog format.
    d.     It will display the current day of the week and the date.
the answer is :
     b.     It will speak out the time through the speaker connected to the computer.

Question20:
The left side of the Start menu contains two parts, separated by a thin horizontal line. The Windows XPterm for manually inserting a shortcut to one of your chosen applications into the top part of the left side (by using the right-context menu of the application in Windows Explorer) is called:


    a.     Attaching an application to the Start menu.
    b.     Pinning an application to the Start menu.
    c.     Placing an application into the Start menu.
    d.     Porting an application to the Start menu.
the answer is :
     d.     Porting an application to the Start menu.

Question21:
Which of the following statements about Windows XP Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) is/are true?


    a.     Using ICS, you can connect different computers to the Internet using just one dial-up connection, however you require at least two modems.
    b.     You require a router for using ICS.
    c.     Using ICS, a single computer can connect to more than one dial-up connection.
    d.     Using ICS, a single computer can connect to a dial-up and DSL connection simultaneously.
    e.     Using ICS, multiple computers can connect to the Internet through only one dial-up connection.
the answer is :
     c.     Using ICS, a single computer can connect to more than one dial-up connection.

Question22:
The older version of the Windows XP Desktop is called the "Windows Classic" look. One way to get theWindows Classic Desktop from the new default Windows XP Desktop is to:


    a.     In the System control panel, select Properties from the View menu. Select the Desktop tab and click on the Desktop pull-down list and select Windows Classic. Click OK.
    b.     Right-click on the desktop and choose Properties. Select the Themes tab and click on the Theme pull-down list and select Windows Classic. Click OK.
    c.     In the Display control panel, select Properties. Select the Desktop tab and click on the Theme pull-down list and select Windows Classic. Click OK.
    d.     Right-click on the desktop and choose Themes. Select the Desktops tab and click on the Desktop pull-down list and select Windows Classic. Click OK.
the answer is :
     a.     In the System control panel, select Properties from the View menu. Select the Desktop tab and click on the Desktop pull-down list and select Windows Classic. Click OK.

Question23:
Starting with Windows 95, the File Manager tool for organizing and controlling the files and folders of the computer's storage systems, such as the hard drive(s) and disk drive(s) has been called:


    a.     Windows Manager
    b.     Internet Explorer
    c.     Windows Explorer
    d.     Windows Task Manager
the answer is :
     c.     Windows Explorer

Question24:
Windows XP includes a new type of view for folders that contain graphics files. This folder view is called _________ and displays small images of all the graphics in the folder in the bottom right-hand pane of Windows Explorer and a large image of a selected picture in the top right-hand pane.


    a.     Gallery
    b.     Images
    c.     Pictures
    d.     Filmstrip
the answer is :
     d.     Filmstrip

Question25:
What happens when you choose ClearType for your screen fonts in Windows XP?


    a.     Only the black and white text will be visible.
    b.     Only the text in primary colors will be visible.
    c.     The font resolution is improved.
    d.     The font size will automatically adjust to the screen area of the monitor.
the answer is :
     b.     Only the text in primary colors will be visible.

Question26:
Which of the following statements regarding Windows XP user access is/are correct?


    a.     Multiple users cannot switch between accounts without restarting the computer.
    b.     Multiple users can switch between accounts without restarting the computer.
    c.     Windows XP does not support multiple user access.
    d.     None of the above
the answer is :
     d.     None of the above

Question27:
With Windows XP, the default display resolution is 800x600 in 32-bit true color. With some computers 32-bit video tends to slow down screen redraws. How could you drop the screen depth to 16 bits instead of 32 bits in order to speed up the display in older PCs, especially laptops?


    a.     In the Colors control panel, set the Colors option to Medium (16 bits).
    b.     In the Color Management control panel, set the Color depth to Medium (16 bits).
    c.     In the System control panel, set the Monitor depth to 16 bits.
    d.     In the Display Properties dialog box, on the Settings page, set the Color quality option to Medium (16 bits).
the answer is :
     d.     In the Display Properties dialog box, on the Settings page, set the Color quality option to Medium (16 bits).

Question28:
A new function of Windows XP that allows two or more users in a local network to use only one Internet connection by routing all the Internet traffic through one computer is called __________________.


    a.     Internet Routing
    b.     Windows Internet Sharing (WIS)
    c.     Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)
    d.     Windows Connection Sharing (WCS)
the answer is :
     b.     Windows Internet Sharing (WIS)

Question29:
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the grouping of Windows tabs?


    a.     Only Windows of the same program can be grouped into one tab.
    b.     You can group windows of all open programs into one tab.
    c.     You can group windows of only two programs at a time.
    d.     There is no option to group tabs in Windows XP.
the answer is :
     d.     There is no option to group tabs in Windows XP.

Question30:
Microsoft makes available a tool called the _____________________ for checking computers with a Windows operating system. This tool helps remove infections left by third-party software installed on the computer and displays a report describing the outcome in a log file named mrt.log in the %WINDIR%\debug folder.


    a.     Microsoft Reliability Tool
    b.     Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
    c.     Microsoft Windows Antivirus Tool
    d.     Microsoft Recovery Tool
the answer is :

Question31:
Windows XP usually retains copies of old drivers when newer versions of them are installed or upated. If the new drivers have problems, the user can return to the previous version. Does this new Windows XP feature work with printer drivers?


    a.     Yes
    b.     No
the answer is :
     a.     Yes

Question32:
Windows XP has a new user system. Its new user system:


    a.     Was inherited from Windows 98.
    b.     Was inherited from Windows 3.x.
    c.     Was inherited from Windows NT/2000.
    d.     Was not inherited from any prior Windows O/S.
the answer is : a,c,d

Question33:
A new feature introduced in Windows XP that allows another user to log in and use the system without having to log out the previous user and Quit any running applications is known in Windows XP as:


    a.     Multiple user login
    b.     Simulcasting
    c.     Fast user switching
    d.     Multiprocessing
the answer is :
     c.     Fast user switching

Question34:
The Windows XP installs its search function that, by default, has an animated dog character, Rover. Which of the following is/are true?


    a.     Rover could be replaced with another animated character or with no character at all.
    b.     Rover cannot be replaced by another character. It is a permanent feature.
    c.     Rover could be replaced by another character, but another animated character must be used (instead of having no character at all).
the answer is :
     b.     Rover cannot be replaced by another character. It is a permanent feature.

Question35:
What does the Desktop Cleanup Wizard do?


    a.     It removes suspected virus shortcuts from the desktop.
    b.     It removes the desktop wallpaper.
    c.     It removes the desktop shortcuts that have never been used.
    d.     It sends all the desktop icons to the Recycle Bin.
the answer is :
     b.     It removes the desktop wallpaper.

Question36:
Windows XP has several command-line utility tools for troubleshooting the computer. Suppose that your computer seems to have a problem with connecting to the Internet. Before reporting your connectivity problems to your ISP, which tool could you use to display the current TCP/IP network configuration values and to refresh the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) settings?


    a.     Ping
    b.     Ipconfig
    c.     Tracert
    d.     Msconfig
the answer is :
     b.     Ipconfig

Question37:
Which key combination would you use to flip between open windows?


    a.     Alt + Shift
    b.     Alt + Tab
    c.     Ctrl + Tab
    d.     Ctrl + Alt
the answer is :
     a.     Alt + Shift

Question38:
What type of icons are displayed in the system tray?


    a.     Icons of media-related programs.
    b.     Icons of programs developed by Microsoft.
    c.     Icons of programs that are loaded into memory.
    d.     All of the above
the answer is :
     b.     Icons of programs developed by Microsoft.

Question39:
Which of the following statements about icons on the desktop is correct?


    a.     You can rename an icon by left-clicking the mouse button and selecting Rename.
    b.     You can rename an icon by right-clicking the mouse button and selecting Rename.
    c.     You can delete an icon by left-clicking and selecting Delete.
    d.     You cannot rename an icon.
the answer is :
     b.     You can rename an icon by right-clicking the mouse button and selecting Rename.

Question40:
State whether the following statement is true or false.

With Windows XP, you cannot specify that files with certain file name extensions should always open in the same program.


    a.     True
    b.     False
the answer is :
     a.     True

oDesk English Vocabulary Test (US version) Latest Answers 2012



01. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
MITIGATE
Answer: c. Intensify

02. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To impose with authority; urge strongly
Answer: a. Enjoin

03. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
v. To issue a vehement verbal attack; to denounce explosively
Answer: c. Fulminate

04. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
It's a good thing you're so________ at paperwork, because you'll need to fill out hundreds of forms to________ a child.
Answer: c. adapt/adopt

05. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answer: c. Resonance

06. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The mysterious message Claude received could be a HARBINGER of what's in store for him and his family.
Answer: b. Omen; forerunner

07. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Roger might be more AMENABLE to your ideas if you presented them without sneering.
Answer: b. Willing to accept

08. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The coach was absolutely disgusted by his team's INDOLENCE and nasty attitude. wizened
Answer: c. Laziness

09. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
REFUTE
Answer: b. Support

10. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. deleterious
INORDINATE
Answer: a. Reasonable

11. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Oscar, who did not possess a discerning_________ , preferred hot dogs to steak.
Answer: b. pallet

12. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The journalist denied that he had any PRURIENT interest in the politician's private life, but his titillating articles seemed to indicate otherwise.
Answer: b. Overly curious about the sexual behavior of others

13. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Tending to create ill will or give offense
Answer: b. Invidious

14. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
I can_________ all the terms of the apartment lease_________ the one about not allowing pets.
Answer: d. accept/except

15. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The recent shenanigans in the town square went against all PRECEPTS of decency.
Answer: a. Rules for action or behavior

16. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below. adverse
ITINERANT
Answer: a. Permanent

17. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
The company is__________ committed to developing educational television programs for children.
Answer: c. wholly

18. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
The_________ poet, knowing his death was__________ , struggled to finish his final ode.
Answer: d. eminent/imminent

19. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of homophones from the options below.
Rachel knew that she'd soon be living in______________ circumstances unless she got her financial problems________________ out
immediately.
Answer: b. straitened/straightened

20. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The plots of all her novels just seem to MEANDER along, to the point where I can't follow the storyline or figure out who's who.
Answer: a. Purposely confuse

21. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The only________________ difference between the twins is the shape of their noses.
Answer: b. distinguished

22. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Now that the festivities have ended, perhaps we can return to some SEMBLANCE of normality.
Answer: c. Outward appearance

23. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Narrow-minded; limited in scope
Answer: d. Sectarian

24. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
That grueling competition really tested the____________ of the gymnastics team.
Answer: b. metal

25. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
Capacity for producing a desired result; effectiveness
Answer: d. Efficacy

26. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Although_________ wanted to keep the boat all to_________ , I knew it would be used extensively by both Susan and________________ .
Answer: d. I/myself/me

27. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Poverty is RIFE in the rural areas of our county, where one in three families receives some state assistance. RIFE
Answer: a. Prevalent

28. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The exchange student was disheartened by the rather BRUSQUE welcome she received from her host family.
Answer: c. Blunt or rude in manner of speech

29. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
The workers were allowed to___________ down once they'd________ the brick, but the foreman himself has not yet_________
down.
Answer: d. lay/laid/laid

30. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Alec has always been CONTEMPTUOUS of his fellow writers.
Answer: a. Disdainful

31. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Maude managed to sweep up the broken dishes without a word of REPROOF to her children.
Answer: a. Expression of disapproval or blame
Expression of apology or regret

32. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
The despot's MINIONS were only too eager to tout his edicts and report any unrest among his subjects.
Answer: a- Sycophants; servile followers

33. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
AVARICE
Answer: d. Generosity

34. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The crafty spy gave a___________ name to the hotel clerk.
Answer: c. fictitious

35. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier's EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answer: c. Admirable

36. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She always got a VICARIOUS thrill from watching her father skydive.
Answer: d. Sickening

37. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
The proposed after-school tutoring program promises_____________ benefits to the students and the community.
Answer: a. innumerable

38. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
I screamed as the monstrous presence snaked toward me on the dark and_________ path.
Answer: b. tortuous

39. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
We all remarked on how well the spray of begonias____________ her hair color.
Answer: a. complimented

40. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
She hastened to_________ me that she intends to pay the bill, and that she will_________ that the check is mailed today.
Answer: a. assure/ensure

41. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The soldier's EXEMPLARY conduct did not go unnoticed by his sergeant.
Answer: c. Admirable

42. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
His son's group of friends had a DELETERIOUS effect on his schoolwork.
Answer: d. Harmful

43. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
It would BEHOOVE you to show a little more respect to the judge and jury who are deciding your case.
Answer: c. Be worthwhile or proper for; be incumbent upon

44. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Running around barefoot in the snow will only EXACERBATE your flu symptoms.
Answer: b. Aggravate; worsen

45. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A mass or crowd; multitude
Answer: c. Horde

46. Question: Choose the definition that best reflects the meaning of the word in CAPITAL LETTERS as it is used in the sentence below.
Dan was a nice guy, but he was far too GARRULOUS and tended to monopolize people at parties.
Answer: c. Excessively talkative about trivial topics

47. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Similar to something else in certain respects, as in form, function, or meaning
Answer: c. Analogous

48. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Hardhearted; unmoved by pity
Answer: b. Parsimonious

49. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly an antonym of the word below.
ADVERSE
Answer: d. Twisted

50. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
Who has the power to_________ out justice to the citizens of this country?
Answer: a. meet

51. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
adj. Easily provoked to anger; irritable
Answer: a. Sapid

52. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Flair; style; a flamboyant manner
Answer: c. Resonance

53. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
Agatha RUMINATED for weeks about the consequences of telling Arthur about the affair.
Answer: a. Pondered

54. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct homophone from the options below.
This experiment was designed to __________ certain behaviors from the test subjects.
Answer: a. illicit

55. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
It seems we've reached an IMPASSE in our negotiations.
Answer: d. Stalemate

56. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
The WIZENED old woman gave Jack a handful of beans and some good advice.
Answer: b. Shriveled

57. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. A position that entails little work but provides a salary
Answer: d. Sinecure

58. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct set of words from the options below.
Mr. Winkle was dismayed to discover that his willful young wife________ her wealth and__________ the law at every
opportunity.
Answer: c. flaunted/flouted

59. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
She launched her new line of handbags________ a fanfare of publicity.
Answer: c. among

60. Question: Choose the word that best corresponds with the definition given below.
n. Local or provincial dialect
Answer: b. Patois

61. Question: Choose the word or phrase that is most nearly a synonym for the word in CAPITAL LETTERS in the following sentence.
She entered the ballroom on the arm of a DEBONAIR young man.
Answer: d. Charming and elegant

62. Question: Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct word from the options below.
We expected the waiter to show us out of that snooty restaurant in a hurry, but he turned out to be quite jolly and ____
Answer: c. complaisant