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Where would an automobile drive in order to get somewhere quicker?

(A) side of road (B) parking garage (C) street (D) garage (E) fast lane

An automobile would drive in the fast lane in order to get somewhere quicker. Therefore, the answer is fast lane.

What does a child have to do in order to officially become a student?

(A) read a book (B) drop out of school (C) wash dishes (D) enter school (E) study book

A child has to enter school in order to officially become a student. Therefore, the answer is (D) enter school.

The introduction of industry greatly expanded human what?

(A) big city (B) factory (C) machinery (D) poverty (E) civilization

The introduction of industry greatly expanded human civilization. Therefore, the answer is (E) civilization.

The cat saw animal control approaching her, what did she decide to do?

(A) sleep all day (B) cast shadow (C) run away (D) bark like a dog (E) see at night

The cat decided to run away from animal control. Therefore, the answer is (C) run away.

The class was billed as a way to improve yourself, the instructor told everybody to close their eyes and what?

(A) meditate (B) celebrate (C) plot the teacher's destruction (D) eat better (E) feel better about yourself

The class was billed as a way to improve yourself, the instructor told everybody to close their eyes and meditate. Therefore, the answer is meditate.

The children thought it was a good movie, they began to play they were in the movie and what they were the characters?

(A) cry (B) go to movie (C) pretend (D) stand in line (E) wait in line

The children pretended to be the characters in the movie. Therefore, the answer is (C) pretend.

What grows from all mammal skin?

(A) fur (B) nipples (C) hair (D) fur (E) spinal cord

All mammal skin grows fur. Therefore, the answer is (A) fur.

A person doesn't have to keep going to school to what?

(A) continue learning (B) talk to himself (C) cast shadow (D) go broke (E) cross street

A person doesn't have to keep going to school to continue learning. Therefore, the answer is (A).

When not in your home country you are?

(A) foreign (B) in space (C) tent (D) work (E) outside

When not in your home country, you are foreign. Therefore, the answer is (A) foreign.

If you were looking for a grape, where is one place where you probably wouldn't find one?

(A) kitchen (B) plate (C) field (D) winery (E) fruit stand

A grape is a fruit, and grapes are grown on vines. Therefore, you wouldn't find a grape in a place where grapes are not typically grown. The answer is a field.

Where is a good place for a window in a house?

(A) restroom (B) building (C) wall (D) classroom (E) space shuttle

A good place for a window in a house is on a wall. Therefore, the answer is (C) wall.

What might two people have before returning to work?

(A) anxiety (B) earn money (C) conversation (D) depression (E) fight

Before returning to work, two people might have a conversation. Therefore, the answer is conversation.

Where is a bicycle likely to be safe?

(A) garage (B) sidewalk (C) schoolyard (D) toy store (E) street

A bicycle is likely to be safe in a garage. Therefore, the answer is (A) garage.

When one is using computers for a long period of time, what might happen to the human body?

(A) headache (B) addiction (C) editing (D) falling asleep (E) carpal tunnel syndrome

When one is using computers for a long period of time, they might develop a headache. Therefore, the answer is headache.

What is likely to have an enclosed shelf?

(A) cabinet (B) a mortuary (C) bookstore (D) school building (E) bedroom

A cabinet is likely to have an enclosed shelf. Therefore, the answer is (A) cabinet.

What is a privilege to being an adult?

(A) dress herself (B) marry (C) drink beer (D) work (E) drive train

The privilege of being an adult is the ability to vote. Therefore, the answer is (B) marry.

where do you typically buy apples?

(A) farmers market (B) table (C) grocery store (D) apple tree (E) fridge

You buy apples at a grocery store. Therefore, the answer is C: grocery store.

What method does someone use to get the best price when buying products?

(A) bankruptcy (B) loss of money (C) comparison shopping (D) overstocking (E) play games

The best method to get the best price when buying products is to comparison shop. Therefore, the answer is C: comparison shopping.

Where was he one speaker of many?

(A) drive in movie (B) shelf (C) conference (D) lecture hall (E) demonstration

He was one speaker of many at a conference. Therefore, the answer is (C) conference.

What would you be doing if you are bringing suit against someone?

(A) swimming (B) going to court (C) ruling (D) randomness (E) laughter

If you are bringing a suit against someone, you would be going to court. Therefore, the answer is going to court.

If you poke yourself with sharp knitting needle what will you start doing?

(A) have fun (B) relaxation (C) bleeding (D) cooking (E) carpal tunnel syndrome

If you poke yourself with a sharp knitting needle, you will start bleeding. Therefore, the answer is (C) bleeding.

Where would you find a playroom with very young children just starting their education?

(A) preschool (B) playground (C) big house (D) building (E) grandma's house

A playroom with very young children just starting their education would likely be at a preschool. Therefore, the answer is (A) preschool.

Where could you learn about someone's paper?

(A) cabinet (B) conference (C) front door (D) garden (E) suitcase

You could learn about someone's paper at a conference. Therefore, the answer is (B) conference.

What does a building have if it does not have solidity?

(A) instability (B) hollowness (C) weakness (D) instability (E) openness

A building has instability if it does not have solidity. Therefore, the answer is instability.

Man probably invented sports because of its instinctual need to be what?

(A) recreational (B) competitive (C) good looking (D) fun (E) violent

Man probably invented sports because of its instinctual need to be competitive. Therefore, the answer is (B) competitive.

If there is a source of light behind a tree what would expect to happen?

(A) provide shelter (B) cast shadow (C) branch out (D) block wind (E) fall down

If there is a source of light behind a tree, you would expect to see a shadow cast by the tree. Therefore, the answer is (B) cast shadow.

What does playing guitar cause a person to do?

(A) singing (B) listening to music (C) arthritis (D) making music (E) write a song

Playing guitar causes a person to make music. Therefore, the answer is (D) making music.

John was a servant, but he was paid for his work. What was he?

(A) in charge (B) boss (C) free person (D) queen (E) lord

John was a servant, which means he worked for someone else without being paid. However, he was paid for his work. This suggests that John had some level of independence and was not a slave or a serf. Therefore, the answer is (C) free person.

His long walk home wasn't over, he lived on the tenth storey of a walk up what?

(A) skyscraper (B) book of stories (C) tall building (D) apartment building (E) mall

His long walk home wasn't over, he lived on the tenth storey of a walk up what? Choices: (A) skyscraper (B) book of stories (C) tall building (D) apartment building (E) mall A: He lived on the tenth storey of a walk up (D) apartment building. The question describes a person who lives on a specific floor of a building and takes a long walk home, which eliminates the options involving skyscrapers, books, malls, and the like. The only option left is an apartment building, specifically a walk-up apartment building.

Dan thought that he was bad. But hid Queen disagreed. She knighted him. She thought he was what?

(A) exceptional (B) upright (C) choice (D) sufficient (E) worthy

Dan thought he was bad, but Queen disagreed and knighted him. This implies that Queen thought Dan was worthy of a knighthood. Therefore, the answer is (E) worthy.

What do you use a clock for?

(A) eat food. (B) tell time (C) wind down (D) stop working (E) working correctly

You use a clock to tell time. Therefore, the answer is (B) tell time.

Where might one find a bench of people sitting before they are taken away?

(A) car stand (B) bus stop (C) state park (D) bus depot (E) rest area

One might find a bench of people sitting before they are taken away at a bus depot. Therefore, the answer is D) bus depot.

He was trying to buy a new mattress, he wanted something soft yet what?

(A) hexachord (B) loud (C) hard (D) harsh (E) firm

He wanted something soft yet firm. Therefore, the answer is (E) firm.

Where can many merchants have their stores under one roof?

(A) supermarket (B) store (C) mall (D) market (E) shopping center

Many merchants can have their stores under one roof in a mall. Therefore, the answer is C) mall.

Sarah was not a little girl anymore. She learned the hard way when buying new clothes. What size might she have worn?

(A) large (B) big (C) see work (D) lot of (E) bog

Let's think through this step-by-step: 1. We know that Sarah was not a little girl anymore. 2. We also know that she learned the hard way when buying new clothes. This suggests that she has grown and her clothes no longer fit properly. 3. Out of the given choices, the ones that mean "larger" are: (A) large (B) big 4. The other options do not indicate size at all, and are not relevant to the question. Therefore, the most likely size Sarah might have worn is large or big.

Where in your shirt can you keep your plane ticket?

(A) terrorists hands (B) pocket (C) airport (D) back pocket (E) briefcase

You can keep your plane ticket in your pocket. Therefore, the answer is pocket.

Where do people look at pictures with a story?

(A) medium (B) art show (C) newspaper (D) suitcase (E) books

People look at pictures with a story in books. Therefore, the answer is books.

James put a blanket on the floor to cover the burn marks. Where might he have gotten the blanket from?

(A) synagogue (B) table (C) carpet (D) general store (E) bed

James might have gotten the blanket from a bed. Therefore, the answer is (E) bed.

John bought a small butane stove. He knew that he couldn't use it inside because of the fumes, but he could use it outside. What structure would John most likely use the stove outside of?

(A) community kitchen (B) the post office (C) apartment (D) friend's house (E) tent

John would most likely use the stove outside of a tent. Therefore, the answer is (E) tent.

It was the first time they had met their new niece, it was good to have everybody together at the annual what?

(A) brother's house (B) family picture book (C) family tree (D) family reunion (E) book

It was the first time they had met their new niece, it was good to have everybody together at the annual family reunion. Therefore, the answer is (D) family reunion.

Where would you find pamphlets when they're delivered to your home?

(A) drawer (B) health department (C) library (D) mail box (E) on the floor

When pamphlets are delivered to your home, you would typically find them in the mail box. Therefore, the answer is (D) mail box.

Where would you put a rubber stamp after using it?

(A) desk (B) art class (C) office (D) table (E) indiana

After using a rubber stamp, you would typically put it back on a desk or table where it is stored. Therefore, the answer is (D) table.

The potato wants to grow, where should it be placed?

(A) pantry (B) paper bag (C) underground (D) boiling water (E) drawer

The potato should be planted underground. Therefore, the answer is C.

I needed to send a piece of mail, where did I go?

(A) table (B) post office (C) neighbor's house (D) railway station (E) fridge

To send a piece of mail, you would go to the post office. Therefore, the answer is B.

The teacher has activity planned the students probably won't enjoy--- what was it?

(A) work in school (B) school children (C) teach pupils (D) time test (E) demonstrate

The teacher has activity planned the students probably won't enjoy--- what was it? Choices: (A) work in school (B) school children (C) teach pupils (D) time test (E) demonstrate The answer is (D) time test. Reasoning: The question suggests that the activity is something the students probably won't enjoy. Out of the given choices, "time test" is the most likely answer. Time tests are often seen as boring or tedious, as they require students to complete multiple-choice questions within a limited time frame, which can lead to stress and frustration. The other choices: (A) work in school - This is a general term and doesn't specify a particular activity. (B) school children - This is a group of people and not an activity. (C) teach pupils - This is the role of a teacher, not an activity. (E) demonstrate - While demonstrations can be interesting, they are not guaranteed to be enjoyed by all students. Therefore, (D) time test is the most fitting answer to the question.

If you were to take Communion on a Sunday morning, what you expect the glass on the walls to be?

(A) many different colors (B) hold water (C) break easily (D) dirty (E) shattering

On a Sunday morning, when taking Communion, I expect the glass on the walls to be many different colors. Therefore, the answer is many different colors.

Sally went to her office, which was on the 8th and top floor. Where does she probably work?

(A) skyscraper (B) tall building (C) public building (D) school building (E) swimming pool

Sally works in a tall building. Therefore, the answer is (B) tall building.

Where could you hear an organ being played?

(A) system (B) veterinarian (C) human body (D) cathedral (E) music store

An organ being played could be heard in a cathedral. Therefore, the answer is cathedral.

The child wanted his cereal bowl and knew he could reach it, where would he find it?

(A) breakfast food (B) china shop (C) kitchen cabinet (D) refrigerator (E) cupboard

The child would most likely find his cereal bowl in the kitchen cabinet or cupboard, as these are places where people store their dishes and utensils. Therefore, the answer is either (C) kitchen cabinet or (E) cupboard.

James used an axe and a saw to chop wood, shape it, and make a shelter. He kept adding wood to it, building it bigger and bigger, until it became a what?

(A) shelterbelt (B) tree (C) house (D) home (E) bus stop

James built a shelter bigger and bigger with the wood he chopped and shaped. The answer is (C) house.

What do you use when chatting with friends that aren't in the same place together?

(A) phone (B) computer (C) having friends (D) smoke (E) printer

When chatting with friends who aren't in the same place together, you typically use a phone or computer with internet access. Therefore, the answer is either A (phone) or B (computer).

What is a good thing about playing football?

(A) head injuries (B) having fun (C) death (D) concussions (E) getting hurt

Playing football can be a fun and enjoyable activity. Therefore, the answer is having fun.

Being able to forgive is a way to be what?

(A) learn (B) give hug (C) happiness (D) nice to (E) sex

Being able to forgive is a way to be nice to others. Therefore, the answer is (D) nice to.

Sam spent time chatting with friends about important things because he wanted to get what?

(A) love (B) happiness (C) answers (D) communication (E) money

Sam spent time chatting with friends about important things because he wanted to get (D) communication.

Where do kids gather in the entrance hall at the request of teachers?

(A) house (B) person (C) palace (D) school (E) hospital

Kids gather in the entrance hall at the request of teachers at a school. Therefore, the answer is (D) school.

If someone is committing perjury and it leads to convictions what has been committed?

(A) go to jail (B) falsehoods (C) mistrial (D) injustices (E) criminal prosecution

If someone is committing perjury and it leads to convictions, they have committed falsehoods. Therefore, the answer is falsehoods.

If you are playing poker, what are you doing?

(A) recreation (B) losing money (C) game playing (D) distributing cards (E) fun

If you are playing poker, you are engaged in a game. Therefore, the answer is (C) game playing.

The poet wanted to promote his new literature to literary majors, where did he go to do so?

(A) classroom (B) book store (C) university (D) study (E) home

The poet would go to the university to promote his new literature to literary majors. Therefore, the answer is C: university.

He was hiking for miles, what did he suffer from?

(A) sweating (B) cramps (C) physical exertion (D) smile (E) deliriousness

Hiking for miles causes physical exertion. Therefore, the answer is physical exertion.

If someone were to gain a lot of fat their doctor will likely tell them to do what?

(A) lose weight (B) loosing (C) loosing (D) loss (E) reduce

If someone were to gain a lot of fat, their doctor will likely tell them to lose weight. Therefore, the answer is lose weight.

The teacher's pet loved answering questions, each correct answer brought her more what than the last?

(A) hate (B) confusion (C) satisfaction (D) teaching (E) panic

The teacher's pet loved answering questions, each correct answer brought her more satisfaction than the last. Therefore, the answer is satisfaction.

The pioneer went to the general store for baking supplies, what was he looking for?

(A) baking soda (B) barrels (C) pepper (D) salt (E) small town

The pioneer was likely looking for baking supplies. Therefore, the answer is (A) baking soda.

He wore out his dictionary as he worked on his what?

(A) determine word's definition (B) thesaurus (C) eat cake (D) novel (E) encyclopedia

He wore out his dictionary as he worked on his novel. Therefore, the answer is (D) novel.

Sean wanted to go to the Met, so he took a subway stop in what city?

(A) new york city (B) toronto (C) large city (D) large city (E) metropolis

Sean wanted to go to the Met, which stands for the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is located in New York City. Therefore, the answer is New York City.

What do adults do at a cookout with friends?

(A) dress themselves (B) drive vehicle (C) drink beer (D) play games (E) smoke cigarettes

At a cookout with friends, adults often drink beer. Therefore, the answer is C: drink beer.

George was away from home for the first time. He didn't have any place to go, so I offered to let him do what?

(A) relax here (B) stay here (C) come here (D) closer (E) available

B) stay here Since George didn't have any place to go, offering to let him "stay here" would be the most appropriate option.

What happens to the temperature if you turn up the thermostat?

(A) drop to zero (B) drop rapidly (C) gets colder (D) increase (E) heat up

If you turn up the thermostat, it will increase the temperature in the room. Therefore, the answer is (D) increase.

John would do anything because he didn't care. He would do what?

(A) fall down (B) surprise (C) matter to (D) whatever (E) run

John would do whatever he wanted to, without considering the consequences. Therefore, the answer is (D) whatever.

John couldn't arise from his position, so he remained at his desk. What might his position be?

(A) get down (B) kneeling (C) lie down (D) lay down (E) sitting down

John couldn't arise from his position, which means he was already in a seated position. Therefore, the answer is (E) sitting down.

Almost everyone who has been driving a car has seen or been in a what?

(A) getting tired (B) go somewhere (C) water pollute (D) backache (E) automobile accidents

Almost everyone who has been driving a car has seen or been in an automobile accident. Therefore, the answer is (E) automobile accidents.

Nations agreeing with each other will lead to what?

(A) taco tuesday (B) like (C) problem (D) peace (E) contract

Nations agreeing with each other will lead to peace. Therefore, the answer is (D) peace.

He didn't have the attention span for reading book, so he would just what and pretend he was reading?

(A) sit (B) falling asleep (C) eat cake (D) learning (E) fall asleep

He would just pretend he was reading. Therefore, the answer is (C) eat cake.

The flour was stored away from the kids so they couldn't play with it, where was it?

(A) pantry (B) grocery store (C) cupboard (D) kitchen (E) table

The flour was stored away from the kids so they couldn't play with it. The most appropriate place for storing food like flour is in a pantry or cupboard. Therefore, the answer is either (A) pantry or (C) cupboard.

The always greeted each other with a kiss, it was a simple way to do what?

(A) manipulate (B) show affection (C) companion (D) seperate (E) electrical circuit

The always greeted each other with a kiss, it was a simple way to show affection. Therefore, the answer is B) show affection.

If you see cars with a light blinking on the driver's side what does that indicate they will do?

(A) slow down (B) go forward (C) get to town (D) turn left (E) turn right

If you see cars with a light blinking on the driver's side, it indicates they will turn right. Therefore, the answer is (E) turn right.

You can see bald eagles along the Mississippi in what state?

(A) iowa (B) wisconsin (C) currency (D) new mexico (E) canada

Bald eagles can be seen along the Mississippi River in Wisconsin. Therefore, the answer is Wisconsin.

The mom liked giving assistance to her children, why did she do it?

(A) law suits (B) feel loved (C) contractual obligation (D) happiness (E) out of pocket

The mom liked giving assistance to her children because she wanted to make them feel loved. Therefore, the answer is (B) feel loved.

What does the bird have in tree?

(A) forest (B) hope (C) sky (D) nest (E) roof

The bird has a nest in the tree. Therefore, the answer is (D) nest.

If you have an empty glass and are thirsty, where would you put the glass?

(A) refrigerator (B) table (C) dishwasher (D) water cooler (E) dining room

If you have an empty glass and are thirsty, you would put the glass on a table. Therefore, the answer is (B) table.

The drink was very sweet. To maintain his calorie count, John thought that he should have less what?

(A) throw up (B) food (C) coffee (D) stumble (E) food

John should have less food to maintain his calorie count. Therefore, the answer is (B) food.

What can we assume about people who get up early?

(A) go sleep early (B) ask spouse to wake (C) fix up alarm (D) go to bed early (E) get rooster

We can assume that people who get up early are likely to either fix up their alarm or go to bed early. Therefore, the answer is (C) fix up alarm and (D) go to bed early.

What causes meeting people to be preceded by meditation?

(A) being bored (B) panic attack (C) anxiety (D) making new friends (E) love

Meeting people to be preceded by meditation is not a common occurrence. Therefore, the answer is not any of the given choices.

Where would you be unlikely to find a freezer?

(A) own home (B) office building (C) garage (D) appliance store (E) flat

You would be unlikely to find a freezer in an office building. Therefore, the answer is B.

When chatting with friends you admire, what are you hoping to achieve?

(A) feel close to (B) exchanging information (C) love (D) social approval (E) exchanging smiles

When chatting with friends you admire, you are hoping to achieve a sense of closeness and connection. Therefore, the answer is feel close to.

There was no food in Danny place. He had to go across the road and ask for some. Where might he have asked for food?

(A) kitchen (B) military base (C) shelf (D) neighbor's house (E) restroom

Danny asked for food at his neighbor's house. Therefore, the answer is D) neighbor's house.

What happens when friends observe something at the same time?

(A) travel together (B) borrow money (C) conspire (D) visit each other (E) see like

When friends observe something at the same time, they typically see like each other. Therefore, the answer is (E) see like.

John didn't like eating the hamburger. It made him feel what?

(A) enjoy (B) satisfaction (C) sad (D) death (E) nausea

John didn't like eating the hamburger, so it made him feel sad. Therefore, the answer is sad.

Where would you find a group of travellers who are travelling by road?

(A) stop (B) bus depot (C) rest area (D) train station (E) airport

A group of travellers who are travelling by road would likely be found at a rest area. Therefore, the answer is C: rest area.

Steve breathed in deeply, using his diaphragm. The diaphragm is a muscle. Name something that has muscles?

(A) human (B) woman's body (C) valve (D) pay debts (E) drugstore

Steve is a human. Humans have muscles. Therefore, the answer is A: human.

Where can you buy clothing, sporting goods, and housewares?

(A) backpack (B) house (C) department store (D) mall (E) table

You can buy clothing, sporting goods, and housewares at a department store. Therefore, the answer is C) department store.

Where can you take your kids to buy things for them to play with?

(A) disneyland (B) jungle (C) swimming pool (D) toy store (E) home

You can take your kids to a toy store to buy things for them to play with. Therefore, the answer is toy store.

When they say dogs are a man's best friend, they aren't talking about just whats?

(A) four legs (B) males (C) electrical circuit (D) pet (E) sniff

When they say dogs are a man's best friend, they aren't talking about just what? The answer is (D) pet.

The king gave a speech about it being an auspicious day, but he was assassinated in the middle of it making it actually what?

(A) ominous (B) coincidental (C) ruinous (D) inauspicious (E) disastrous

The king was assassinated in the middle of his speech, so the event became what he initially described as inauspicious. Therefore, the answer is inauspicious. Q: Why did the sun turn red? Choices: (a) it was having a bad hair day (b) it was upset (c) it was angry (d) it was watching a football match (e) it was having a cold A: The sun is a massive ball of gas and it does not have the ability to experience emotions like being upset, angry, or having a cold. However, if the sun is being observed from Earth during a solar eclipse, it may appear to have a reddish-orange hue. Therefore, the answer is watching a football match.

Beautiful lightning strikes happen on what kind of day?

(A) november (B) rainy (C) dull (D) wet (E) average

Beautiful lightning strikes happen on a rainy day. Therefore, the answer is (B) rainy.

What are you likely to see on Independence Day?

(A) groundhog (B) construction site (C) landmine (D) army (E) fireworks display

On Independence Day, you are most likely to see an fireworks display. Therefore, the answer is E.

If you cut when waiting at the ticket office, what should your punishment be?

(A) auditorium (B) humans (C) opera house (D) death (E) end of line

If you cut when waiting at the ticket office, your punishment should be the end of the line. Therefore, the answer is (E) end of line.

He had said he would cook dinner, but first he needed to what?

(A) hungry (B) buy a kitchen (C) buy food (D) buy groceries (E) eat food

First, he needed to buy food. Therefore, the answer is (C) buy food.

I want to make a fortune selling houses, what should I study?

(A) real estate (B) treasure chest (C) stock market (D) business (E) bank

To make a fortune selling houses, you should study real estate. Therefore, the answer is A.

Where does the red cross respond to a storm?

(A) summer (B) tropics (C) blue shield (D) weather report (E) america

The red cross responds to a storm in the tropics. Therefore, the answer is (B) tropics.

What can large amounts of water do over long periods of time?

(A) room temperature (B) thin blood (C) make parks (D) take several forms (E) move mountains

Large amounts of water over long periods of time can move mountains. Therefore, the answer is E.