6.0 SS7

Which set of words is closest in meaning to “irritating”?

• Annoying, frustrating, aggravating

• Cheerful, calming, inspiring

• Interesting, amusing, delightful

• Silent, soothing, elegant

Which words best match the meaning of “persuasive”?

• Convincing, influential, compelling

• Misleading, deceptive, false

• Nervous, doubtful, hesitant

• Simple, basic, clear

He was charged with intentionally using ______ to mislead investors and gain financial advantage.

• deception

• honesty

• insight

• hesitation

Which set best matches the word “investigate”?

• Examine, explore, look into

• Refuse, reject, cancel

• Destroy, remove, erase

• Create, invent, build

Which set of words is closest in meaning to “liar”?

• Deceiver, cheater, fabricator

• Genius, scholar, thinker

• Hero, savior, protector

• Partner, teammate, friend

Which set matches the meaning of “intentional”?

• Deliberate, planned, purposeful

• Sudden, accidental, unexpected

• Lucky, surprising, fortunate

• Silent, quiet, soft

Which set is closest in meaning to “sceptical”?

• Doubtful, suspicious, unconvinced

• Joyful, hopeful, satisfied

• Ready, eager, sure

• Friendly, warm, polite

Which group matches the meaning of transcend?

• Surpass, rise above, exceed

• Delay, stop, block

• Reject, criticize, punish

• Copy, follow, obey

Which set of words is closest in meaning to “confront”?

• Face, encounter, tackle

• Ignore, skip, walk away

• Accept, forgive, support

• Guide, help, praise

A ______ helps people deal with mental and emotional problems.

• psychologist

• historian

• mechanic

• artist