Test 04
Test 04
Test 04
Directions (1 – 5) out of the four alternatives, Directions (11 – 15) Compare the idioms used
select the word nearest in the meaning to the in the following sentences:
word given:
11. My daughter is the ____ of my eyes.
1. Wary
a) apple b) star
a) rash b) alert
c) close d) glitter
c) lax d) inattentive
12. She thinks it will solve the problem, but I
2. Sordid think she is barking up the wrong ____.
a) dirty b) clean a) pole b) pillar
c) solid d) pure c) tree d) man
3. Veracious 13. Even though he had lost the match, he had
gained in experience and was now more confident.
a) brave b) accurate
Every ____ has a silver lining.
c) incorrect d) arrogant
a) problem b) obstacle
4. Poignant
c) misfortune d) cloud
a) emotional b) cold
14. Cycling to work kills two ____ with one. It
c) soothing d) luxurious saves money and give you some exercise.