Versant English Test — All Questions

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

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

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.vague✓
• b.vast
• c.vivid
• d.valid

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

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

'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.harsh
• b.loud
• 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.