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1. The union members cannot ______ the kind of compensation plan they want.
a. agree on
b. agree to
c. agree with
d. get agree with
2. She has no conception _______ the performance of her duties.
a. as to
b. as with
c. with
d. as on
3. The witness testified _________ the defendant’s early life.
a. as to
b. as on
c. about
d. with
4. It is essential that harmony prevail _______ the departments.
a. between
b. among
c. with
d. with all
5. Please _______ the book with you the next time you come to my office.
a. take
b. bring
c. carry
d. bring along
6. The friendliness ________ the Philippine Foreign Minister and American Secretary of State
promoted harmony.
a. between
b. with both
c. with
d. of both
7. Since Mr. Dela Cruz was elected President of the organization, the member’s _________
better socials.
a. enjoyed
b. are enjoying
c. have enjoyed
d. had enjoy.
8. I was filing when I returned but I ________ the report that time.
a. was typing
b. was still typing
c. am typing
d. had been typing
9. The Congolese refugees painted a ________ picture of their suffering in the hands of the
Chadian rebels.
a. ubiquitous
b. exciting
c. poignant
d. blatant
10. It’s plain to see, said she, “there are too many and’s in that sentence.”
a. Its plain to see, said she, “there are too many and’s in that sentence.
b. “ It’s plain to see,” said she, “there are too many and’s in that sentence.”
c. “Its plain to see,” said she, “there are too many and in that sentence.”
d. Its plain to see, said she, there are too many ands in that sentence.
11. Suffrage is a privilege in a democracy. Those who are deprived of their voting right s are
normally:
a. penalized
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b. criminally- liable
c. disenfranchised
d. imprisoned
12. “Join the street rallies and demonstrations!” shouted the rallyists. What was asked of the
crowd?
a. Sympathy for a cause
b. Empathy for a cause
c. Apathy for a cause
d. Avoidance of the action
13. The statement “I am used to the same tales” means,
a. there was redundancy
b. there is nothing new
c. there is great news
d. this is original
14. The Personnel Manager told the Labor Representative: “ We have to reduce our
workforce.” What does this mean?
a. Workers have to be more efficient.
b. Workers are required to take their forced leaves.
c. Workers are warned of possible layoffs.
d. None of the above
15. Some media people are charged of corruption. They are branded as:
a. Commissioners
b. Media Grafters
c. Corruptors
d. “Envelope mentalists”
16. She ignored the doctor’s recommendation that she ____________ smoking.
a. should stop
b. stop
c. will stop
d. stops
17. When I came home, the children still ___________ dinner.
a. didn’t finish
b. haven’t finished
c. hadn’t finished
d. hasn’t finished
18. She claimed she _________ there.
a. has never been
b. had never been
c. have never been
d. had not been
19. Neither of them ________ expert on the subject.
a. are
b. is an
c. is an
d. is
20. It cost twice _________ I thought it would.
a. as much as
b. as much
c. more than
d. most
21. The _________ you become, the less time you have for reading.
a. more busy
b. busier
c. busiest
d. more busier
22. She was much different __________ I expected.
a. than
b. from what
c. from
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23. We have described that _________ is more important from than being bright.
a. to be diligent
b. one to be diligent
c. diligence
d. being diligent
24. Weightlifter: Strength::
a. marathoner: endurance
b. goalie: skill
c. hiker: agility
d. dancer: speed
25. Lubricant: friction::
a. speed: drag
b. muffler: noise
c. motor: electricity
d. insulator: heat
29. Elevator: shaft::
a. electricity: outlet
b. railroad: train
c. water: conduit
d. skyscraper: foundation
30. Hydrology: science::
a. astronomy: galaxy
b. fashion: style
c. fir: tree
d. theory: practice
31. In his address the Regional Director exhorted the teachers to discover and __________
each student’s _______ talents.
a. develop: intrinsic
b. redirect: specialty
c. justify: gratuitous
d. uplift: unrecognized
32. The enforcers feel that the ________ shown by the judges to first offenders unfortunately
_________ many youngster to embark on a life crimes.
a. harshness: predisposes
b. clemency: encourages
c. indifference: directs
d. understanding: condemns
33. As long as our political leaders would emulate the virtues of the great leaders of our
country, we shall have economic and social progress.
a. set free
b. embolden
c. encourage
d. imitate
34. I can safely vouchsafe you a fair return for your investments.
a. borrow
b. grant
c. punish
d. qualify
35. The deal was held in abeyance until her arrival from a sales convention.
a. obedience
b. absence
c. familiar
d. suspended
36. The boy gave a furtive look at his classmate’s test paper.
a. coy
b. sneaky
c. abortive
d. underhanded
37. All attempts to denigrate the character of our President, have failed.
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b. venerate
c. malign
d. build- up
38. I must remonstrate about the lack of police protection in our area.
a. protest
b. resign
c. restate
d. reject
39. Unless we find a witness to corroborate your evidence, it will not stand courts.
a. collaborate
b. negate
c. interpret
d. confirm
40. He preyed upon gullible people, who easily believe his stories.
a. incredulous
b. easily deceived
c. fickle
d. indifferent
41. The lawyer objected that the testimony being offered was not germane to the case on
hand.
a. original
b. relevant
c. connected
d. assisting
42. His speeches were aimed at the plebeian minds and emotions.
a. sophisticated
b. pragmatic
c. persuade
d. common
43. People dislike his sly ways but granted him a certain vulpine intelligence.
a. surprise
b. careful
c. wily
d. cunning
44. Easy access to credit encourages people to become spendthrift.
a. stingy
b. sophisticated
c. spender
d. moneyed
45. I think it is impolitic to raise the issue at this point in time because the public is too
emotional about it.
a. advisable
b. explosive
c. unwise
d. apolitical
46. I admire his tersestyle of writing; he comes directly to the point.
a. better
b. dull
c. illusionary
d. concise
47. His parsimonious nature did not permit him to enjoy any luxury and relaxation.
a. frustrating
b. distinct
c. stingy
d. vulnerable
48. Jose refused to take sleeping pills that might stupefy him.
a. rigid
b. dull
c. illusionary
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49. Liza is not a pariah to be shunned and ostracized.
a. citizen
b. parishioner
c. outcast
d. benefactor
50. The wizenedold man in the home for the aged was still active and energetic.
a. mascular
b. clever
c. shriveled
d. wise and smart
51. He has the dubious distinction of being the lowest man in his class.
a. strange
b. satisfying
c. doubtful
d. existing
52. The evidence gathered against the racketeers incriminates some high government officials
as well.
a. exacerbate
b. accuse
c. intimidate
d. discriminate
53. Jose does not need a new car, but he traded his old one to keep up with the Joneses.
a. to imitate others in extravagance
b. to be responsible
c. to be envious
d. to please others
54. The politician is witty speaker but he beats around the bush too much.
a. speaks emotionally
b. avoids the main topic
c. away from the public
d. keeps on talking
55. After all has been said, the issue was a tempest in a teapot.
a. temperature dropped
b. heated argument followed
c. simmered down
d. boiled down to nothing
56. All his life he has tried to be a good citizen, but still he doesn’t seem to get any place.
a. change location
b. unsuccessful
c. take a trip
d. miserable
57. The committee members have gone off, leaving everything at sixes and sevens among
themselves.
a. harmony
b. disagreement
c. unproductive
d. disorganized
58. “Rome was not built in a day!”
a. always on the move
b. accept and bear consequences of your own doings
c. great things require time and effort
d. hatred between forgiven two parties
59. All is well that ends well. The hatchet is buried as the dye is cast.
a. The action is done and every feeling is forgiven as it is forgotten.
b. the weapon is buried
c. judgment is given
d. in serious trouble
60. Pilar tasted a dose of her medicine.
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c. tasted her glory
d. rewarded
61. Don’t trust him completely; he may try to put one over you.
a. overcome
b. be subordinated
c. to deceive you
d. impulsive
62. Mrs. Gonzales is as good as her last triumph.
a. can’t be a good all throughout
b. as nice as ever
c. can’t be bad
d. in trouble
63. When a leader is succeeded by another leader, the former is referred to as __________.
a. replaced
b. dethroned
c. defeated
d. deposed
64. “Never in World History was there a leaderless nation.” This passage means ___________.
a. nations can survive without leaders
b. a leader is always born
c. leaders come and go
d. a leader fades away but another comes up
65. Adopting the values of __________ colonizer would be tragic and meaningless
independence.
a. the
b. one’s
c. it’s
d. a
66. Colonialism was itself violent in ___________ natural state.
a. the
b. its
c. it’s
d. their
67. The right form to address an invitation for a lawyer husband and his doctor wife.
a. Atty. And Mrs. Josef Novales
b. Atty. And Dr. Josef Novales
c. Atty. Novales and Dr. Novales
d. Atty. Josef Novalesans Dr. Novales
68. What utterance shows determination?
a. This time, I have not made my mind
b. This time I won’t stop schooling
c. I have good news for you
d. What a shame, she came back
69. “You wouldn’t want to be accused of theft, ___________?”
a. wouldn’t you
b. won’t you
c. will you
d. would you
70. An appropriate philosophy of education _________ Filipinos must consider this historical
aspect.
a. if
b. by
c. for the
d. of their
71. The referee may not _________ these regulations no matter how much you complain.
a. explain to you
b. exempt you from
c. accept you from
d. expect you from
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a. This is to him
b. This is to his
c. This is his
d. This is of him
73. “His ultimately death has left us blinder than we might have been.” This means?
a. Those left behind are left homeless
b. Those left behind are blind
c. Those orphans are left to themselves
d. Those who are blind are orphans
74. Which of the following quotations is the best example of aphorism?
a. “That is no country for old men”
b. “Out of the frying pan and into the fire
c. “Fools rush in where angels fear to tread”
d. “I fear thee, ancient mariner”
75. Adults acquire new words and experience primarily through?
a. Formal education
b. Exposure to their use
c. Use of dictionary
d. Casual explanation from peers
76. The best definition of the meaning of the word.
a. the object to which it refers
b. its general dictionary definition
c. its use in a particular situation
d. kits corresponding idea in the mind
77. People living in the mountainous and rugged areas were advised about the occurrence of
La Nina. This means?
a. There will be famine
b. There will be abundance
c. There will be drought
d. There will be flashfloods
78. Professionals going abroad to seek greener pasture as one type of _____________?
a. brain drain
b. employment
c. tourism
d. migration
79. “The modern heroes are understandable products of one’s literary heritage and the
present world. Heroes of the present are prototypes of the society in which they flourish. This
means?
a. Heroes are alike, modern and classical
b. Modern society affects the modern literary heroes
c. Literature has heroes who represent the people, race and times
d. Modern heroes are the embodiment of the society’s values
80. The victim’s father refused revenge when he said:
a. “an eye for an eye”
b. “Don’t take the law into your hands”
c. “Justice is always delayed”
d. “Give him the other cheek”
81. Identify the Filipino value and its influence on the Filipino youth as stated:
a. Lack of Initiative……….. Passionism
b. Faith…………….Conflicting attitudes
c. Exteremepersonalism…………….. Individualism
d. Lack of discipline………………… Indifference
82. We should work for a total ban ____________of pesticides that are hazardous to man.
a. on the use
b. by the use
c. on using
d. with the use
83. “It is only with the heart that one can see rightly.” This means __________?
a. the heart is always correct about everything
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c. heart should always be over and above the brains
d. only the heart can see the beauty of life and love
84. “I will take the road less travelled by and be condemned if necessary.” said one politician.
His decision shows ____________?
a. regrets come before decision
b. decisions are made despite differences from the majority
c. decisions are made on the crossroads
d. regrets come after decisions
85. What word is not properly spelled and used in these sentences?
a. There were commissions on the fare
b. There were confusions on admissions
c. There was confusion on the plane
d. There was confusion of directions
86. You should be more __________ instead of being _________ in order to avoid committing
mistakes.
a. literate…..erudite
b. cautious…..impetuous
c. intelligent….smart
d. practical…..passive
87. Only world- class athletes win medals at the Olympic Games. Michael Phelps won several
gold medals in swimming at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Therefore:
a. Michael Phelps is an all- time American swimmer
b. Australia won the most number of gold medals in swimming
c. Michael Phelps is a world- class athlete and an Olympian
d. Michael Phelps is a swimmer
88. Based on the statement below, it is better to invest in Treasury bills than to just out your
money in regular savings account.
I. Treasury bills have an interest rate of 6.85% per annum
II. Savings accounts have interest rate of only 2.0% per annum
III. Treasury bills used to have 9- 10% interest rate per annum
a. definitely true
b. most likely false
c. most likely true
d. definitely false
89. “She was a Phantom of delight…When first she gleamed upon my sight.”
William Wordsworth
a. metaphor
b. simile
c. apostrophe
d. hyperbole
90. Which of the following words are misspelled?
1. transgression
2. transcent
3. Inmunity
4. Percieve
a. 2 and 3
b. 2, 3 and 4
c. 1, 3 and 4
d. 1, 2 and 3

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