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A person was finishing a test and looking frantically at the clock, what did they have to do?
(A) sun himself (B) express love (C) cross street (D) relax (E) race against time
The correct answer is race against time.
If you get in a fight after getting drunk where are you likely to end up?
(A) bar (B) jail (C) raise hell (D) liquor store (E) gutter
If you get in a fight after getting drunk, you are likely to end up in jail. Therefore, the answer is jail.
Upon discovering the truth unexpectedly, what did it do to the scientist?
(A) denial (B) wars (C) relief (D) understanding (E) startled
Upon discovering the truth unexpectedly, the scientist was startled. Therefore, the answer is startled.
If people have no contact with others they will experience what emotion?
(A) feel lonely (B) togetherness (C) feed themselves (D) compete with each other (E) talk to each other
If people have no contact with others, they will experience the emotion of feeling lonely. Therefore, the answer is feel lonely.
John kept standing up. He was afraid that if he were sitting down he might do something. What might he be afraid of?
(A) fall asleep (B) being supported on chair (C) comfort (D) clowns (E) flatulence
John was afraid that if he were sitting down, he might fall asleep. Therefore, the correct answer is fall asleep. The other choices are less likely reasons for John to be afraid of sitting down: (B) being supported on a chair - being supported is not something to be afraid of (C) comfort - comfort is not a reason to avoid sitting (D) clowns - clowns are not relevant to the situation (E) flatulence - flatulence is not a reason to avoid sitting down
The person was bored of life, what was he up to do?
(A) all kinds of things (B) sunny days (C) drink water (D) own house (E) suicide
The person was bored of life, so they did all kinds of things. Therefore, the answer is (A) all kinds of things.
She wanted to learn to needlepoint, what was he goal competency?
(A) collection of folk art (B) sewing (C) livingroom (D) paint (E) frame
The correct answer is (B) sewing. Needlepoint is a form of embroidery, and the goal competency would be the ability to sew using a needle and thread.
If you're a construction foreman and your job is to supervise others, what would your eyes been doing all day?
(A) fill with tears (B) see work (C) burning (D) glass over (E) dry out
If I am a construction foreman and my job is to supervise others, my eyes would be seeing the work being done. Therefore, the answer is (B) see work.
A super ball is a popular what that children enjoy?
(A) toy (B) park (C) earball (D) play with (E) bounces
A super ball is a popular toy that children enjoy. Therefore, the correct answer is toy.
The toddler thought it would be fun to try eating breakfast in bed, what resulted?
(A) contentment (B) indigestion (C) vomiting (D) mess (E) catastrophe
The toddler eating breakfast in bed would likely result in a mess. Therefore, the answer is D) mess.
Billy wants to learn how to socialize, but he doesn't know where to start. He calls his best friend and asks for what?
(A) have friends (B) meet new people (C) entertainment (D) input (E) friendship
To help Billy learn how to socialize, he should call his best friend and ask for what? The correct answer is input. This means seeking advice, guidance, and tips from his best friend who can provide valuable insights and experiences to help him improve his social skills.
Where are you likely to find personal books?
(A) classroom (B) library (C) shelf (D) cabinet (E) desktop
You are likely to find personal books on a desktop. Therefore, the answer is E. Let's break this down: - A classroom is where books are used for teaching, not personal reading. - A library is a public place with many books, not just personal ones. - A shelf and a cabinet are storage locations, but not where you would find personal books you're currently using. - A desktop is where you keep personal items, like books, that you use regularly. Therefore, the most likely place to find personal books is on a desktop.
When you got on the sleighing ride you were only headed one way, and that way was what?
(A) going down hill (B) confusion (C) death (D) straight away (E) kissing
The correct answer is going down hill.
Where would you go to buy a ball or bat?
(A) sporting event (B) street (C) sporting goods store (D) hole (E) mall
To buy a ball or bat, you would go to a sporting goods store. Therefore, the answer is C.
The couple was looking to adopt, what were they looking at profiles of?
(A) abandon (B) give away (C) biological child (D) homeless (E) orphan
The couple was looking at profiles of orphan children. Therefore, the answer is orphan.
Two people were grooming each other in anticipation of a party. Why might they be grooming?
(A) looking pretty (B) positive (C) late (D) get (E) unclean
Two people were grooming each other in anticipation of a party. They might be grooming to look pretty. Therefore, the answer is looking pretty.
He couldn't take the match straight to the log and hope to get warm, he first crumpled up some what?
(A) light fire (B) start fire (C) competition (D) branches (E) burn paper
He couldn't take the match straight to the log and hope to get warm, he first crumpled up some what? Choices: (A) light fire (B) start fire (C) competition (D) branches (E) burn paper The correct answer is (E) burn paper.
Where should I not put these boxes if my house is likely to flood?
(A) garage (B) cellar (C) basement (D) kitchen (E) attic
The correct answer is basement. The basement is the lowest level of a house and is most likely to flood if there is a water leak or other flooding event. It is not recommended to store items in the basement if there is a risk of flooding.
If you're becoming inebriated and start a fight what would the authorities do?
(A) drunkenness (B) arrest (C) fall down (D) regret (E) vomit
If you're becoming inebriated and start a fight, the authorities would likely arrest you. Therefore, the answer is (B) arrest.
What is a likely result of returning to work?
(A) earn money (B) depression (C) work overload (D) stress (E) sobering
A likely result of returning to work is to earn money. Therefore, the answer is (A).
Where do you go to a bar?
(A) restaurant (B) michigan (C) public house (D) hospital (E) airport
To go to a bar, you go to a public house. Therefore, the answer is C: public house.
Where would a person go if he or she wants to get a good view?
(A) hill (B) building (C) family (D) water cooler (E) space shuttle
To get a good view, a person would typically go to a hill or a building. Therefore, the correct answers are (A) hill and (B) building.
What does a human need to do before a program will exist?
(A) think logically (B) write code (C) compile (D) get frustrated (E) learn programming
A human needs to write code before a program will exist. Therefore, the answer is (B) write code.
What expression should you make if you're trying to make friends?
(A) nice (B) smile (C) hand shake (D) meet new people (E) meet people
The correct expression to make when trying to make friends is to smile. Therefore, the answer is smile.
The animals were acting rabid at the sight of a bucket, why?
(A) fight each other (B) need to eat (C) feared the bucket (D) feel pain (E) live lives
The animals were acting rabid at the sight of a bucket because they needed to eat. The bucket is a common food container, and the animals' natural behavior is to approach and investigate any potential food source. Therefore, the answer is (B) need to eat.
If proof is found of someone killing people they will likely receive a long what?
(A) going to jail (B) jailed (C) punishment (D) feelings of guilt (E) prison sentence
If proof is found of someone killing people, they will likely receive a long prison sentence. Therefore, the answer is prison sentence.
The toothbrush was given to the man for free, where did the man get it?
(A) dentist office (B) bedroom (C) supermarket (D) drug store (E) grocery store
The toothbrush was given to the man for free, so the most likely place to get a free toothbrush is at a dentist office. Therefore, the answer is dentist office.
His addiction to drugs had affected many aspects of his life, his relationships had suffered the most what?
(A) damage (B) cause accidents (C) cause illness (D) pain (E) lower i.q
His relationships had suffered the most from his addiction to drugs. Therefore, the answer is damage.
What is a person likely to lock at night?
(A) own (B) gate (C) entrance (D) front door (E) controlling whether door opened
A person is likely to lock the front door at night. Therefore, the answer is D, front door.
As the day ended he eyed the door from his desk, work was soon over and he could leave the what?
(A) conference room (B) theater (C) apartment (D) office (E) neighbor's house
As the day ended he eyed the door from his desk, work was soon over and he could leave the office. Therefore, the answer is office.
Where would you put a plate after washing it?
(A) flea market (B) kitchen cupboard (C) dishwasher (D) restaurant (E) outside
A: You put a clean plate in the kitchen cupboard. Therefore, the answer is kitchen cupboard.
Where is a good place to plant an apple tree you just bought?
(A) pennsylvania (B) across the street (C) front yard (D) countryside (E) park
A good place to plant an apple tree is in the front yard. Therefore, the answer is (C) front yard.
Where must a jellyfish live?
(A) store (B) see (C) japanese restaurant (D) hawaii (E) salt water
A jellyfish lives in salt water. Therefore, the answer is salt water.
What would a person do the day before they were supposed to perform?
(A) accident (B) attend drama classes (C) prepare (D) become actor (E) accomplish
A: A person would prepare the day before they were supposed to perform. Therefore, the answer is C: prepare.
The pizza crust was very broad and large in circumference, but it was crispy and what?
(A) skinny (B) slender (C) broadtail (D) slim (E) thin
The pizza crust was very broad and large in circumference, but it was crispy and thin. Therefore, the answer is thin.
If you're lighting a candle to see what are you in?
(A) dimly lit room (B) synagogue (C) sunlight (D) birthday cake (E) bedroom
If you're lighting a candle to see, you are in a dimly lit room. Therefore, the answer is dimly lit room.
Where could you get something that is made out of wool but cannot be worn?
(A) clothing store (B) sweater (C) fabric store (D) jewelry (E) clothing factory
The correct answer is (C) fabric store. You can get fabric made of wool at a fabric store, but you cannot wear it directly. Fabric is used to make various items, including clothing, but it is not worn itself.
When a person brings up marital issues while chatting with friends, what is the general feeling?
(A) misunderstanding (B) mediation (C) discomfort (D) agreement (E) learning about
The general feeling when a person brings up marital issues while chatting with friends is discomfort. Therefore, the answer is (C) discomfort.
What small area is likely to have a boat?
(A) lake (B) water (C) football ground (D) harbor (E) ocean
To determine the correct answer, let's analyze each choice: (A) Lake: A lake is a small body of water. Boats can be found on lakes, especially smaller ones. This seems plausible. (B) Water: Water is a large area and can be found on Earth. However, it's too broad a category to specifically point to a small area with a boat. (C) Football ground: A football ground is a small area for playing football. It's not likely to have a boat. (D) Harbor: A harbor is a small area where boats are kept and can be launched. This is a plausible answer. (E) Ocean: An ocean is a large body of water. While boats can be found in oceans, it's too broad a category to specifically point to a small area with a boat. Based on the hint and the analysis, the correct answer is (D) harbor.
When hearing music while drinking alcohol, what are people likely to do?
(A) become inebriated (B) socialize (C) eating (D) sleep at night (E) dance
When hearing music while drinking alcohol, people are likely to dance. Therefore, the answer is dance.
His bare arms were flexing as he carried the wood inside, what was the status of his grasp?
(A) covered (B) empity (C) bareword (D) full (E) ample
His bare arms were flexing as he carried the wood inside, which implies that he had a firm grip on the wood. Therefore, the correct answer is (D) full. The hint suggests that "ample" could be a suitable answer, but since the question asks about the status of his grasp, "full" is the most appropriate choice as it directly relates to the amount of wood he is carrying.
Where would be an unusual place for a harmonica?
(A) country band (B) blues band (C) pocket (D) music store (E) rock band
The harmonica is not typically associated with rock bands. However, if we consider the hint that the correct answer is a rock band, it suggests that the harmonica might be used in a rock band in an unusual or unexpected way. Choices: (A) country band (B) blues band (C) pocket (D) music store (E) rock band The only unusual place for a harmonica among these choices would be in a rock band. Therefore, the answer is rock band.
The man spent the weekend with his girlfriend. What is he likely to have done?
(A) accomplish goals (B) get laid (C) popularity (D) headache (E) successful
The man is likely to have gotten laid. The hint suggests that the correct answer is "get laid," which is option B.
What is the goal of someone planning to kill?
(A) take life (B) or dies (C) feel remorse (D) shoot (E) murder
The goal of someone planning to kill is (A) take life.
What could result in winning?
(A) compete (B) fun (C) celebrate (D) bragging (E) cash in
To win, you must compete against others. Therefore, the answer is compete.
Unlike young people, older people can do what?
(A) talk to each other (B) become hysterical (C) chat with each other (D) take trips (E) grow shorter
Unlike young people, older people can grow shorter. Therefore, the answer is E.
The teacher was explaining how important it is to learn all you can, she said it can get you anywhere and is very what?
(A) intelligent (B) have more knowledge (C) increase knowledge (D) factual (E) empowering
The teacher was explaining how important it is to learn all you can, she said it can get you anywhere and is very empowering. Therefore, the answer is empowering.
John was cleaning up and found pics from his trip to California in something old. What did he probablt find them in?
(A) suitcase (B) television (C) attic (D) fridge (E) newspaper
John found the pictures from his trip to California in something old, which suggests he most likely found them in a suitcase. Therefore, the answer is suitcase.
Where must you go for a blood transfusion?
(A) gurney (B) person (C) hospital (D) artery (E) vein
A blood transfusion takes place in a hospital. Therefore, the answer is C: hospital.
What activity should I partake in to have fun?
(A) spontaneous (B) work less (C) do enjoy (D) death (E) do like
To have fun, you should partake in an activity that you enjoy. Therefore, the answer is do like.
Sarah rented a cabin in the woods, but it was so large and spacious that it felt more like what?
(A) palace (B) villa (C) spacecraft (D) hall (E) liner
The cabin in the woods felt more like a palace. Therefore, the answer is A.
What makes it possible for your bones to move?
(A) flesh (B) human body vertebrates (C) skin and (D) muscle (E) cartilage
The correct answer is muscle. Muscle fibers are responsible for generating the force and movement required for bones to move.
The man lost his keys while walking in a crime-ridden area, where did he look?
(A) cabinet (B) outside (C) front pocket (D) piano (E) purse
The man looked in his front pocket. Therefore, the answer is front pocket.
What is a light source that does not require electricity?
(A) hallway (B) light switch (C) candle (D) lamp (E) house
A light source that does not require electricity is a candle. Therefore, the answer is candle.
Where would you put coins if you want to bring them with you?
(A) medium (B) water fountain (C) wishing well (D) desk (E) purse
To bring coins with you, you would put them in a purse. Therefore, the answer is purse.
What would someone be if he or she is not normal?
(A) unconventional (B) orthodox (C) ill (D) reverse (E) tangential
A: Someone who is not normal would be unconventional. Therefore, the answer is (A) unconventional.
Where does litter end up when it's tossed from a car?
(A) roadsides (B) street corner (C) not in the garbage (D) park (E) ground
The litter tossed from a car will end up on roadsides. Therefore, the answer is roadsides.
Killing will result in what kind of trial?
(A) criminal trial (B) guilty conscience (C) trial of the sword (D) going to jail (E) no longer live
The correct answer is (A) criminal trial.
How would chicken be served?
(A) freezer (B) eaten (C) plate (D) fast food restaurant (E) dish
Chicken is commonly served on a plate. Therefore, the answer is plate.
What happens soon after christmas?
(A) buy presents for others (B) summer (C) easter (D) see work (E) halloween
The correct answer is Easter. After Christmas, the next major holiday is Easter, which typically occurs in late March or early April.
The trees turned color and it got cold, fall had officially taken over what?
(A) the universe (B) stand up (C) summer (D) feel stupid (E) standing
The trees turned color and it got cold, fall had officially taken over summer. Therefore, the answer is summer.
Where would you find a shelf with toys for young people learning?
(A) corner (B) school building (C) wall (D) library (E) bookstore
You would find a shelf with toys for young people learning in a school building. Therefore, the answer is school building.
He liked to write every address out on an index card, then he would sort and store them in his what?
(A) office supply store (B) library (C) address book (D) oral report (E) card catalogue
He liked to write every address out on an index card, then he would sort and store them in his address book. Therefore, the answer is address book.
Wrestling is a contest where two people try to pin each other to the ground. If you are about to be pinned, what should you try to do?
(A) get free (B) bruises (C) complain about your leprosy (D) erections (E) competition
If you are about to be pinned, you should try to get free. Therefore, the answer is (A) get free.
Where might someone find many varieties of ficus?
(A) a greenhouse (B) pots (C) conservatory (D) front yard (E) california
A conservatory is a room with lots of plants and sunlight, often used to grow exotic plants. Therefore, the answer is conservatory.
I don't have internet connection, who do I call?
(A) 911 (B) computer network (C) company (D) electrical circuit (E) airport
You call your internet service provider (company) to report the issue and get assistance. Therefore, the answer is company.
Where does my body go after I am no longer living?
(A) zombie (B) bodycam (C) coffin (D) graveyard (E) funeral
Your body goes to the graveyard after you are no longer living. Therefore, the answer is graveyard.
The man had been entertaining his whole life, being in his nineties now doing a show can lead to what?
(A) suicide (B) fulfillment (C) embarrassment (D) fatigue (E) laughter
The man has been entertaining his whole life and is now in his nineties, doing a show. This can lead to fatigue. Therefore, the answer is fatigue.
Why would you be eating breakfast?
(A) gas (B) dirty dishes (C) get distracted (D) bad breath (E) being satisfied
You eat breakfast to be satisfied. Therefore, the answer is being satisfied.
Thick molasses isn't what?
(A) free flowing (B) sweet (C) unacquainted (D) sparse (E) slender
Thick molasses isn't what? Choices: (A) free flowing (B) sweet (C) unacquainted (D) sparse (E) slender A: Thick molasses is not free flowing. Therefore, the answer is (A) free flowing.
He kept calling but to no avail, what was he hoping to get?
(A) communicate (B) answer (C) attracting ducks (D) hang up (E) respond
He was hoping to get an answer. Therefore, the answer is answer.
If you're found responsible for intentionally starting a fire what will happen?
(A) warmth (B) die (C) feel cold (D) death (E) going to jail
If you're found responsible for intentionally starting a fire, you will most likely go to jail. Therefore, the answer is going to jail.
He spent all work day at a computer, so he got a footstool for more comfort at his what?
(A) desk (B) bathroom (C) shoe shop (D) family room (E) living room
He spent all work day at a computer, so he got a footstool for more comfort at his desk. Therefore, the answer is desk.
What could have tens of thousands of paper clips?
(A) university (B) work (C) desktop (D) fashioned into simple tools (E) drawer
A university is a large institution with tens of thousands of students and staff. Therefore, a university could have tens of thousands of paper clips. The answer is A: university.
When John flew to a new state he didn't know where any of the bars where. He eventually found something that wasn't a bar but still served drinks. What might he have found?
(A) airport (B) restaurant (C) michigan (D) public house (E) las vegas
A: John might have found a restaurant that served drinks. Therefore, the answer is restaurant. The hint suggests that the correct answer is "public house," but that term refers to a specific type of bar. A restaurant that serves drinks would be a more general answer that fits the situation described.
John found that being in love made him higher. He wanted to share his love with everyone, to express it. He wanted to do what all the time.
(A) share naughty photos of himself (B) sing (C) live life (D) propose to woman (E) kiss
To express his love, John wanted to do something that would make others feel the same way he does. Singing is a way to convey emotions and share feelings with others. Therefore, the answer is sing.
Where could a bald eagle see for mile around?
(A) colorado (B) eyrie (C) treetop (D) wilderness area (E) mountainous terrain
A bald eagle can see for miles around in mountainous terrain. Therefore, the answer is mountainous terrain.
The couple was getting divorce, they were most concerned about causing their children what?
(A) bad feelings (B) emotional distress (C) richer (D) freedom (E) two christmas's
The couple was most concerned about causing their children emotional distress. Therefore, the answer is B.
What sort of gathering might business people attend to get updates about their industry?
(A) convention (B) school (C) opera (D) wedding (E) bus stop
A: Business people attend conventions to get updates about their industry. Therefore, the answer is convention.
What can happen after setting a cup on a table many times?
(A) noise (B) spillage (C) clutter (D) picks up (E) it will get cold
Setting a cup on a table many times will eventually lead to clutter. Therefore, the answer is (C) clutter.
What is required for someone to win when competing against someone else in ball?
(A) edge (B) skill (C) luck (D) challenge (E) desire to win
To win when competing against someone else in ball, you need skill. Therefore, the answer is skill.
What estuary in Maryland and Virginia is known for its crab?
(A) fish market (B) clam chowder (C) cooking pot (D) tidepools (E) chesapeake bay
The Chesapeake Bay is known for its crab. Therefore, the answer is Chesapeake Bay.
Why would people go into a ship?
(A) heading east (B) run aground (C) near shore (D) list to port (E) party
People might go into a ship to head east. Therefore, the answer is (A) heading east.
A regular everyday human would just call it a meeting, but people like cardinals might call it a what?
(A) conclave (B) sanctuary (C) homes (D) mortuary (E) stadium
A conclave is a gathering of cardinals to elect a new pope. Therefore, the answer is conclave.
If you there is glass in this you could possibly see dishes.
(A) dishwasher (B) window (C) cabinet (D) table (E) shelf
If you can see dishes through something, it is likely a cabinet. Therefore, the answer is cabinet.
Where would you see someone typing on a keyboard?
(A) landfill (B) finger (C) with camera (D) office (E) music store
The correct answer is (D) office. Typing on a keyboard is most commonly associated with the workplace, specifically in an office setting where people work on computers. The other choices are not typical locations for typing on a keyboard.
Where do you dip a spoon into?
(A) hole (B) glass of iced tea (C) kitchen drawer (D) table setting (E) bowl of soup
You dip a spoon into a bowl of soup. Therefore, the answer is bowl of soup.
Where are you if a number of athletes are wrestling?
(A) bruises (B) competition (C) ancient greece (D) get free (E) wins
The correct answer is (B) competition.
Where is the mailbox between my house and the next block?
(A) front door (B) post office (C) apartment complex (D) street corner (E) fence
To determine the correct answer, let's consider each choice and its relation to the mailbox and the house: (A) front door: The mailbox is not typically located at the front door of a house. (B) post office: The post office is a location where mail is sent and received, not where mailboxes are located. (C) apartment complex: An apartment complex is a group of apartments, not a location for a mailbox. (D) street corner: A street corner is a location where two streets intersect, and mailboxes are often located there. (E) fence: A fence is a barrier, not a location for a mailbox. Based on this analysis, the correct answer is (D) street corner, as it is the location where mailboxes are typically placed between houses.
How does a human solve problems?
(A) say hello (B) have fever (C) better himself (D) think critically (E) have to sleep
A human solves problems by thinking critically. Therefore, the answer is (D) think critically.
Where would you play basketball outside?
(A) scoring (B) sporting goods store (C) park (D) dribbling (E) gymnasium
To play basketball outside, you would go to a place where you can shoot hoops and dribble around. Therefore, the answer is park.
How does an investor get cash?
(A) save money (B) buy stock (C) sell stock (D) gain wealth (E) from a job
To get cash from an investment, an investor typically needs to sell stock. Therefore, the answer is (C) sell stock.
John's parking space was in a great position. Where was it in relation to the building?
(A) jar (B) front (C) universe (D) box (E) answer
The correct answer is B: front. The parking space was in a great position relative to the building, meaning it was located at the front.
Where could you find insects eating something green?
(A) air (B) rock (C) arctic (D) log (E) field
You could find insects eating something green in a field. Therefore, the answer is field. However, let me provide some additional reasoning: Insects are small creatures that typically feed on various types of plants, including green plants. Fields are areas with a large concentration of green plants, such as grasses, herbs, and other vegetation. The combination of insects and green plants in a field makes it a likely place to find insects eating something green.
He was a real go getter and hard worker, he liked being in the company and had a what?
(A) keep busy (B) desire to advance (C) labor in vain (D) wait for raise (E) briefcase
He had a desire to advance. Therefore, the answer is (B).
James is watching a film. In the end, when the dog is shot, he finds himself doing what?
(A) entertainment (B) falling asleep (C) skateboarding (D) farting (E) crying
When the dog is shot, James would likely be emotionally affected. Therefore, the answer is crying.
Where might sheep go to a show?
(A) walmart (B) wolf (C) farm (D) meadow (E) fairgrounds
Sheep might go to a show at fairgrounds. Therefore, the answer is fairgrounds.
When a person is beginning work, what aren't they doing yet?
(A) working (B) resting (C) tiredness (D) accomplishing (E) momentum
When a person is beginning work, they haven't accomplished anything yet. Therefore, the answer is (D) accomplishing.
How can someone listen to vinyl?
(A) record store (B) car (C) omlinr (D) wallpaper (E) record albums
To listen to vinyl, someone can use record albums. Therefore, the answer is E.
What does not happen to all cats?
(A) cross roads (B) have cancer (C) drink water (D) excrete (E) breathe air
The correct answer is (B) have cancer. All cats breathe air and excrete, but not all cats have cancer. Therefore, the answer is have cancer.