Toefl Vocabulary Quiz 2 (30 MCQs)

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1. The ..... of prevailing theories, financial constraints and the peer review process. Consequently, scientists tend to believe they are not in a position to bear universal truths but to reveal tendencies.
2. VocabularyDirectionsEach sentence has a highlighted word or phrase. Below each sentence are 4 other words or phrases. Choose the 1 word or phrase that best keeps the meaning of the original sentence if it is substituted for the highlighted word or phrase.Practice Questions 1-5The implementation of new policies is crucial for the success of the project.
3. Vital means .....
4. Many immigrants live on the ..... of the city, far from the main business district.
5. Identify a synonym for 'jubilant'.
6. The modern world is inundated with competing propaganda and counterpropaganda.
7. What does the word auction house most likely refer to?
8. Ponce de Leon searched in vain for a means in rejuvenating the aged.
9. Reading a daily newspaper will make you aware of what is going on with the world.
10. We need to ..... how much paint is required for the entire house.
11. Which word is a synonym for normally?
12. The ..... of the damage caused by the earthquake surprised even the most experienced rescuers.
13. Choose the best synonym for antiquated.
14. Courtship is a widespread prelude to mating among modern reptiles.
15. What is the pH level of pure water?
16. The child was extremely hyperactive and couldn't sit still in class.
17. What does the word "abundant" mean?
18. The school counselor works with many ..... who are struggling with identity and peer pressure.
19. Gentle means .....
20. The dress code for the evening was CONVENTIONAL AND STRICT.(What is the synonym of the bold word/phrase?)
21. Choose the synonym for the word 'elaborate'.
22. What does autonomous mean?
23. Which word correctly completes the sentence? "Many wealthy collectors believed owning a European ..... would bring them lasting fame."
24. The adults were surprised when the boy joined the ..... discussions on the current economic stagnation.
25. A statement or expression of very strong and definite criticism or disapproval.
26. Excessive fishing has ..... the fish population in the lake.
27. The primary task of the kidney is to maintain the volume and composition of bodily fluids.
28. The teacher tried to elicit answers from the quiet students.
29. The Indian civilizations of Alabama spanned over 10.000 years.
30. "Accustomed" means: