NEX Nursing Entrance Exam Study Guide

Question 1

Which pair of words represents synonyms?

Your Answer: Option(s)

Correct Answer: Option(s) C

Rationale

Complacent and agreeable are synonyms.

In the English language, both words are often used to describe someone who is satisfied with a situation and does not want to change or challenge it. They both express a sense of contentment and easy acceptance.

A) Perceptive - obtuse
'Perceptive' refers to an individual who is observant and has a keen understanding, while 'obtuse' refers to someone who is not quick or alert in perception, feeling, or intellect; it is not sharp, acute, or pointed. Therefore, these two words are antonyms, not synonyms.

B) Conscientious - careless
'Conscientious' describes someone who is diligent and careful, while 'careless' refers to a lack of attention or consideration, resulting in error or damage. These two words also represent opposite meanings, making them antonyms rather than synonyms.

C) Complacent - agreeable
Both 'complacent' and 'agreeable' can describe someone who is easily satisfied or willing to accept something. They both suggest a person who is not inclined to argue or make a fuss, and thus, they are synonyms.

D) Submissive - aggressive
'Submissive' describes someone who is ready to conform to the authority or will of others, while 'aggressive' refers to someone who is ready to attack or confront. These words have contrasting meanings and are, therefore, antonyms.

Conclusion
Synonyms are words that have the same or similar meanings. In this context, the pair 'complacent' and 'agreeable' represents synonyms as they both convey a sense of easy acceptance or contentment. The other pairs provided (perceptive - obtuse, conscientious - careless, and submissive - aggressive) are antonyms, representing opposite or contrasting meanings, rather than synonyms.

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Question 2

Paul Bunyan was a man of ample height and girth. Girth means

Your Answer: Option(s)

Correct Answer: Option(s) D

Rationale

Girth means circumference.

The term 'girth' is used to describe the distance around something, often a person's body. In the context of the sentence, Paul Bunyan being described as a man of 'ample height and girth' indicates he was a large, possibly round, man.

A) Deformity
Deformity refers to an abnormality in the shape or size of a part of the body, which is not what 'girth' implies. Although girth can suggest a larger than average size, it does not inherently imply any abnormality or deformity.

B) Vision
Vision pertains to the ability to see or the power of imagination. It does not align with the meaning of 'girth', which is a measure of size around an object or body.

C) Intelligence
Intelligence refers to the ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills, not to the size or circumference of an object or body part. Therefore, 'girth' does not mean intelligence.

D) Circumference
Circumference is the correct definition of 'girth'. It describes the measurement around something, typically a round object or a person's body. In the sentence, it is used to describe Paul Bunyan's formidable size.

Conclusion
In the given context, 'girth' is used to portray Paul Bunyan's size, specifically referring to his circumference. The other options - deformity, vision, and intelligence - do not accurately define 'girth'. The use of 'girth' in this context helps convey the image of Paul Bunyan as a man of considerable size.

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Question 3

When at a family event, we may call it a gathering of our

Your Answer: Option(s)

Correct Answer: Option(s) A

Rationale

Kindred is the term used to denote a gathering of family members.

The term 'kindred' refers to one's family and relatives. It is used to describe a group of people who are related to each other either by blood or marriage. When at a family event, the collective term for the group would be 'kindred'.

A) Kindred
'Kindred' is the correct term as it refers to a person's family and relatives. When at a family event, it's a gathering of 'kindred' because it includes people related either by blood or marriage. It's a collective term for relatives.

B) Acquaintances
Acquaintances refer to people who one knows slightly, but who are not close friends. While it's possible that some acquaintances might be present at a family gathering, the main group consists of family members, or 'kindred', not acquaintances.

C) Neighbors
Neighbors refer to people living near or next door to the speaker or person referred to. Although neighbors may attend a family event, they are not the primary group being referred to. The term 'kindred' is more appropriate as it specifically denotes family members.

D) Friends
Friends are people whom one knows and has a bond of mutual affection with, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations. While friends may be present at a family event, they are not the central group. The term 'kindred' is more accurate as it specifically refers to family members.

Conclusion
When at a family event, the primary group of people present are family members, correctly referred to as 'kindred'. While acquaintances, neighbors, and friends might be present, they are not the main group being referred to. 'Kindred' is the precise term for a gathering of family members, highlighting the familial ties that characterize such an event.

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Question 4

My new rain boots are supposed to be to water. Which word should go in the blank?

Your Answer: Option(s)

Correct Answer: Option(s) A

Rationale

Impervious is the correct word to fill in the blank.

The adjective impervious means that something is incapable of being affected or penetrated. In this context, it suggests that the rain boots are designed to resist water and keep feet dry.

A) Impervious
Impervious is the correct choice as it means not allowing fluid to pass through. This is the characteristic that we expect from rain boots. They are designed to be impervious to water, meaning water cannot penetrate them, thus keeping the feet dry.

B) Precipitate
Precipitate is incorrect because it is a verb that means to cause an event to happen suddenly or prematurely. In the context of weather, it can also be a noun referring to rain, snow, or other forms of water falling from the sky. Neither of these definitions fits the context of describing the boots' resistance to water.

C) Susceptible
Susceptible means likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing. If the boots were susceptible to water, they would not be very good rain boots because that would mean they could be easily penetrated or damaged by water.

D) Immune
Immune is incorrect because it refers to the ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies. This term is primarily used in a biological or medical context and does not fit when talking about the water resistance of boots.

Conclusion
The best word to fill in the blank in the sentence "My new rain boots are supposed to be ___ to water" is 'impervious'. This word describes the boots' ability to resist or prevent the penetration of water, which is the primary function of rain boots. Other options such as 'precipitate', 'susceptible', and 'immune' do not accurately describe this characteristic.

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Question 5

Choose the pair of words that represent synonyms.

Your Answer: Option(s)

Correct Answer: Option(s) B

Rationale

B) chastise - reproach

Both words, chastise and reproach, are used to express disapproval or criticism. They are synonymous in the context of reprimanding or scolding someone for their behavior or actions.

A) arduous - facile
Arduous and facile are antonyms, not synonyms. Arduous refers to something that is difficult and requires considerable effort, while facile means something is easy or effortless.

C) tenacious - disparaging
Tenacious and disparaging are not synonymous. Tenacious describes someone who is determined and not easily giving up, while disparaging refers to expressing a low opinion about someone or something, thereby belittling it.

D) articulate - bumbling
Articulate and bumbling are also antonyms. Articulate is used to describe someone who can express thoughts, ideas, or feelings coherently and effectively, while bumbling refers to someone who acts in a confused, inept, or clumsy manner.

Conclusion
Synonyms are words with similar or identical meanings. In this context, the pair of words that are synonymous with each other are chastise and reproach, both of which express disapproval or criticism. The other pairs of words listed are either antonyms or unrelated in meaning.

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Complacent and agreeable are synonyms.

Girth means circumference.

Kindred is the term used to denote a gathering of family members.

Impervious is the correct word to fill in the blank.

B) chastise - reproach

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