Verbal Cogat Quiz

Emma's hair was a mess, and she wore a patched dress and broken sandals, but her ___ appearance couldn't hide how pretty she was.

• Shabby

• Carefree

• Considerable

• Sudden

Answer explanation

The word 'shabby' describes the girl's untidy and worn appearance, which aligns with the context of her messy hair, patched dress, and broken sandals. This choice effectively contrasts her shabby look with her inherent beauty.

Emma wanted to learn how to ___ the new computer program for her project.

• Fix

• Operate

• Ignore

• Sell

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Operate' because she wants to learn how to use the new computer program effectively for her project. 'Fix', 'Ignore', and 'Sell' do not align with the goal of learning to use the program.

Despite his lack of experience, Liam's artwork was ___ by critics.

• Ignored

• Questioned

• Praised

• Overlooked

Answer explanation

The phrase 'despite his lack of experience' suggests that critics were pleasantly surprised by the young artist's work, leading to it being 'praised' rather than ignored or overlooked.

Emma, Liam, and Alannah are sorting shapes for their art project. Which shape does not belong with the others?

• Triangle

• Circle

• Rectangle

• Cube

Answer explanation

The word 'Cube' does not belong because it represents a three-dimensional shape, while 'Triangle', 'Circle', and 'Rectangle' are all two-dimensional shapes.

During a class discussion, Emma asked her classmates to identify the word that does not belong from the following options: Wisdom, Knowledge, Ignorance, Intelligence

Answer explanation

The word 'Ignorance' does not belong because it represents a lack of knowledge, while 'Wisdom', 'Knowledge', and 'Intelligence' all denote positive attributes related to understanding and learning.

During a school project, Liam and Emma learned that early planes were constructed with a ____ wooden frame over which paper or canvas was stretched.

• Flimsy

• Rigid

• Fragile

• Horizontal

Answer explanation

Early planes needed a strong structure to support the weight and stress of flight. A 'rigid' wooden frame provided the necessary stability, unlike 'flimsy' or 'fragile' options, which would not withstand the forces experienced in the air.

On the surface Liam seems ___ but to all his close peers Liam is ___

• Traditional, observant

• Awkward, clumsy

• Attentive, Shallow

• Shy, Outgoing

Answer explanation

On the surface, Ben appears shy, which suggests he is reserved. However, to his close peers, he is outgoing, indicating that he is more social and expressive in familiar settings. This contrast highlights his dual nature.

Emma hated having the remodelers in as the ____ noise of their equipment gave her a terrible headache.

• Continous

• Vibrant

• Machinery

• Forceful

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Continuous' because it describes the ongoing noise from the remodelers' equipment, which can indeed cause a headache. 'Vibrant', 'Machinery', and 'Forceful' do not accurately convey the persistent nature of the noise.

Emma and Liam are studying how some plants can live in very salty environments under conditions too ___ for most plants to survive.

• Contagious

• Sparse

• Hostile

• Frigid

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'hostile' because it describes extreme conditions that are unfavorable for most plants. Salty environments are indeed hostile, making it difficult for many plants to survive, unlike the other options.

During their school trip to the desert, Liam and Emma learned that animals have adapted to survive in ___ conditions.

• Luxurious

• Moderate

• Harsh

• Comfortable

Answer explanation

In the desert, animals face extreme temperatures and scarce water, making the conditions harsh. They have developed unique adaptations to survive these challenging environments, unlike luxurious or comfortable settings.