GETTING TO KNOW THE TOEFL
(D) Oppose (D) Abuse
TEST QUESTIONS
Choose the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the underlined word or
phrase.
1. President Ford was a frequent opponent of inflationary spending
measures passed by Congress.
(A) Approved
(B) Submitted
(C) Financed
(D) Initiated
2. The evolution of life on Earth may be partially typical of the evolution of life on
many other planets.
(A) Somewhat
(B) Exceptionally
(C) Nevertheless
(D) Occasionally
3. Sword swallowers must first overcome their fear of projecting the sharp sword
down their throat.
(A) Disguise
(B) Conquer
(C) Treat
(D) Accentuate
4. The popular singer Madonna is known for her songs with outlandish lyrics.
(A) Innovative
(B) Bizarre
(C) Relaxing
(D) Melodical
5. Many nature films omit information about the breeding, parenting, and fishing
behavior of the Pel fishing owl.
(A) Portray
(B) Contribute
(C) Neglect
(D) Narrate
LESSON 21
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