Versant English Test — All Questions

Choose the word that best fits: 'The instructions were so ___ that nobody could follow them.'

• a.confused
• b.confusion
• c.confusing✓
• d.confuse

An adjective describing the instructions is needed. 'Confusing' describes something that causes confusion; 'confused' would describe a person who feels it.

Select the best word: 'She gave a ___ answer, saying only "maybe."'

• a.vast
• b.vivid
• c.valid
• d.vague✓

'Vague' means unclear or not definite, which fits an answer that is only 'maybe'. The other words mean large, bright, and legally sound.

Which word completes the sentence best? 'Please ___ the form and return it to the front desk.'

• a.complete✓
• b.compete
• c.compile
• d.comply

'Complete the form' means to fill it in fully. 'Compete' means to contend, 'compile' means to gather, and 'comply' means to obey.

Choose the correct word: 'The two brothers look so ___ that people often confuse them.'

• a.likely
• b.alike✓
• c.alive
• d.aloud

'Alike' means similar in appearance, which fits brothers who are confused for each other. The other options mean probable, living, and out loud.

Select the best fit: 'He spoke in a ___ voice so as not to wake the baby.'

• a.loud
• b.harsh
• c.soft✓
• d.sharp

A quiet voice is needed to avoid waking a baby, so 'soft' fits. The other adjectives describe loud or unpleasant sounds.