Question 1

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Believe is a verb, which means "to accept that something is true, especially without proof". Although this verb involves thinking, it is not similar to the other words because they involve thinking about something and giving it careful thought, not necessarily accepting the idea as fact.
 Ponder is a verb, which means "to think about carefully, especially before making a decision". It is similar to the other words in the set (excluding 'believe') because they all involve thinking about something and giving it careful thought.
Contemplate is a verb, which means "to think about thoughtfully for a long time". 
Entertain is a verb, which means "to give attention or consideration to an idea or feeling".
Consider is a verb, which means "to think carefully about something, typically before making a decision". It is similar to the other words in the set (excluding 'believe') because they all involve thinking about something and giving it careful thought.

Question 2

INCONSISTENT - PREDICTABLE Do these words:

Accepted Answer

Inconsistent is defined as 'not staying the same throughout'.
Predictable is defined as 'always behaving or occurring in an expected way'.
Therefore, these words have contradictory (opposite) meanings.

Question 3

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Create is a verb meaning 'to bring something into existence'. It is not similar to the rest of the words in the set, because they all pertain to stopping something by blocking it.
Obstruct is a verb meaning 'to block an opening or get in the way of'. It is similar to the rest of the words in the set (excluding 'create') because they all pertain to stopping something by blocking it.
Hinder is a verb meaning 'to make it difficult for something to happen'. 
Block, when used as a verb means 'to make the movement or flow difficult or impossible'. 
Deter is a verb meaning 'to discourage someone from doing something and prevent the occurrence of'.

Question 4

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Granite is a very hard, granular rock. It is not similar to the other words in the set because they are chemical elements that can be found on the periodic table.
Copper is a red-brown metal and chemical element. 
Iron is a strong metal and chemical element. 
Aluminum is a silvery-grey metal and chemical element. 
Potassium is a soft, silvery-white metal and chemical element.

Question 5

VERBOSE - SUCCINCT Do these words:

Accepted Answer

Verbose is defined as 'using or expressed in more words than are needed'.
Succinct is defined as 'briefly and clearly expressed'.
Therefore, these words have contradictory meanings.

Question 6

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

To be chastened is to be restrained or "reeled in" after being punished. It is similar to the word 'chastised'. Chasten is not similar to the rest of the words in this set because it does not pertain to impetuous and rash ways of life.
Reckless is defined as 'heedless of danger or the consequences of one's actions'. 
Wild is defined as "lacking restraint; uninhabited and not domesticated'. 
Venturesome is defined as 'willing to take risks or embark on unusual, dangerous courses of action'. 
Unbridled is defined as 'uncontrolled and unconstrained'.

Question 7

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Extinguish is defined as 'to put out a fire'. It is different than the other words because although they all pertain to fire, 'extinguish' refers to putting out the fire rather than starting or exacerbating it (like 'fan').
Flammable is defined as 'easily set on fire'. 
Inflammable is also defined as 'easily set on fire'. 
Ignite is defined as 'to catch fire or cause to catch fire'. 
To fan a fire or flames is 'to blow or force air onto a fire in order to spread it or make it stronger'.

Question 8

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Subjectivity is defined as 'the quality of being based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions.' It is not similar to the rest of the words in the set because they pertain to logic and principles that can be proven.
Logic is defined as 'reasoning conducted or assessed according to principles of validity'.
Rationale is defined as 'a set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action'.
Theory is defined as 'a supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially based on principles and proof'.
 Principle is defined as 'a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief'.

Question 9

TOLERANT - OPEN-MINDED Do these words

Accepted Answer

olerant is defined as 'showing a willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behavior that one does not necessarily agree with'.
Open-minded is defined as 'willing to consider new ideas'.
Therefore, these words have similar meanings.

Question 10

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Bigoted is defined as 'obstinately or unreasonably attached to a belief, opinion, and intolerance towards other people's beliefs'. It is not similar to the other words in the set because they pertain to a neutral, accepting thought process.
Tolerant is defined as 'showing a willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behavior that one does not necessarily agree with'. It is similar to the other words in the set (excluding 'bigoted') because they pertain to a neutral, accepting thought process.
Liberal is defined as 'willing to respect or accept behavior or opinions different from one's own.
Unprejudiced is defined as 'not having or showing a dislike or distrust based on preconceived ideas'.
Unaligned is defined as 'neutral and not aligned with something else'.

Question 11

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Sweet is an adjective, which means 'having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey'. It is not similar to the other words in the set, because they all describe flavors that are not sweet, but rather, sharp and intense. 
Bitter is an adjective, which means 'having a sharp, pungent taste or smell'. It is similar to the other words in the set (excluding 'sweet') because they all describe flavors that are not sweet, but rather, sharp and intense.
Sharp is an adjective that can be used to describe flavors, which means 'distinct in taste and clearly defined as acidic or intense'. 
Tart means 'sharp or acidic in taste'. 
Acidic is an adjective that can be used to describe flavors, which means 'sharp-tasting or sour; acidic' It is similar to the other words in the set (excluding 'sweet') because they all describe flavors that are not sweet, but rather, sharp and intense.

Question 12

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

A brick is a small, rectangular block typically made up of fired or sun-dried clay. It is not similar to the rest of the words in the set because they are types of trees. 
Elm is a type of tall, deciduous tree that has rough, serrated leaves. 
Maple is a type of tree or shrub with fruits and colorful autumn foliage.
Fir is a type of evergreen tree with upright cones and flat needle-shaped leaves. 
Pine is a type of tree that has clusters of long needle-shaped leaves.

Question 13

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Decadence is defined as 'excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury'. It is not similar to the other words in the set because they pertain to negative feelings rather than actions.
Chagrin is defined as 'annoyance or distress at having failed or been humiliated'.
Disdain is defined as 'the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect'.
Grief is defined as 'intense sorrow, trouble, or annoyance'.
Annoyance is defined as 'the feeling or state of being annoyed, or irritated'.

Question 14

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Counsel is a verb and means "giving advice or recommending something" to someone. It is not similar to the other words in the set, because they all have to do with severely correcting or reprimanding someone, whereas "counsel" takes a softer approach by giving advice.
Chastise is a verb and means "to rebuke or reprimand severely". It is similar to the other words in the set (excluding 'counsel') because they all have to do with severely correcting or reprimanding someone.
Chasten is a verb and means "to restrain by scolding".
Reprimand is a verb and is a formal expression of disapproval of something. 
Scold is a verb and means "remonstrate with or rebuke someone angrily".

Question 15

FLAMMABLE - COMBUSTIBLE Do these words:

Accepted Answer

Flammable is defined as 'easily set on fire'. 
Combustible is defined as 'able to catch fire and burn easily'. 
Therefore, these words have similar meanings.

Question 16

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Liberty is defined as 'the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions'. It is not similar to the rest of the words in the set because they all pertain to the fixed life of a person, based on a higher power.
 Fate is defined as 'the development of events outside a person's control, regarded as predetermined in a person's life'.
Destiny is 'the events that will happen to a particular person or thing in the future'.
Predestiny is defined as 'the belief that all events are determined in advanced by divine will or fate'. 
Kismet is another word for 'destiny or fate'.

Question 17

SONATA - DISDAIN  Do these words

Accepted Answer

Sonata is defined as 'a composition for an instrumental soloist, often with a piano accompaniment'.
Disdain is defined as 'the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration'.
Therefore, these words mean neither the same nor opposite.

Question 18

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Bloom, as a verb, is defined as 'to come into full beauty or health; to flourish'. It is not similar to the other words in the set, because they pertain to death.
Necrotic is defined as 'the death of most or all of the cells in an organ or tissue due to disease'
A corpse is a dead body. 
Decay is defined as 'to rot or decompose through action of bacteria or fungi'. 
Decompose is defined as 'to make or become rotten, decay, or die'.

Question 19

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

Aggravate is defined as 'to make a problem worse or more serious'. It is not similar to the rest of the words in the set (excluding 'aggravate') because they all pertain to the financial aspects of society.
 Economy is defined as 'the state of a country in terms of the production and consumption of goods and services'. 
Budget is defined as 'an estimate of income and expenditure for a set period of time'. 
Finance is defined as 'the management of large amounts of money, especially by governments'. 
Supply is defined as 'the goods requested in the production of various companies in society'.

Question 20

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

Accepted Answer

To submit means 'to give in'. If you submit to someone, you give yourself up and do what they want you to do. This is different than the other words in this set which all refer to attacking.
To assail someone is to attack or assault them.
To besiege is 'to surround a place with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender.
Conquer is defined as 'to overcome and take control of a place or people by military force'.
Subjugate is defined as 'to bring under domination or control, especially by conquest'.

Exam 2: Wonderlic SLE-Q Practice Test

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

INCONSISTENT - PREDICTABLE Do these words:

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

VERBOSE - SUCCINCT Do these words:

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

TOLERANT - OPEN-MINDED Do these words

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

FLAMMABLE - COMBUSTIBLE Do these words:

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

SONATA - DISDAIN Do these words

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?

In the following set of words, which is different than the others?