Day 7 introduces 5 new GRE vocabulary words with practical mini-quizzes for non-native speakers.
Words to Learn:
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Pragmatic – practical, realistic
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Quixotic – idealistic, unrealistic
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Recalcitrant – resistant, defiant
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Sanguine – optimistic, hopeful
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Terse – brief, concise
Text Completion Questions:
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His _______ approach to solving problems made him a valuable team member.
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The plan was criticized as overly _______ and impossible to achieve.
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Despite the setback, she remained _______ about her future.
Sentence Equivalence Questions:
4. The student gave a _______ response, frustrating the teacher.
(A) terse (B) brief (C) wordy (D) concise (E) verbose (F) curt)
5. The child was _______ and refused to follow instructions.
(A) obedient (B) defiant (C) compliant (D) recalcitrant (E) rebellious (F) submissive)
Answer Key (Click to view answers)
pragmatic
quixotic
sanguine
A & D – terse & concise
B & D – defiant & recalcitrant
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