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HESI A2

Vocabulary HESI A2 Practice Test

1. What does it mean to critique something?

A. Dislike
B. Appraise
C. Ignore
D. Condemn

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To critique something means to evaluate or appraise it, looking at its strengths and weaknesses. Choice A, 'Dislike,' is incorrect because critiquing involves a more detailed analysis than simply expressing a negative feeling. Choice C, 'Ignore,' is incorrect as critiquing involves paying attention and analyzing the subject, not disregarding it. Choice D, 'Condemn,' is incorrect as it implies a strong disapproval rather than a thoughtful evaluation.

2. Which word is NOT used correctly in the sentence? 'A sentence must always begin with a capital letter, but many people forget this rule.'

A. Must always
B. Simple
C. Forget
D. Capitol

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'D: Capitol.' In this context, 'Capitol' is incorrect as it refers to a building where a legislative body meets. The correct term for uppercase letters is 'capital.' Choice A, 'must always,' is used correctly to emphasize the necessity of starting a sentence with a capital letter. Choice B, 'simple,' is not the incorrect word in the sentence. Choice C, 'forget,' is also used appropriately in the sentence to indicate the action of neglecting the rule.

3. Concise is best defined as being ___________.

A. exact
B. brief
C. accurate
D. assembled

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Concise is best defined as being brief or to the point, expressing much in few words. While accuracy and exactness are important qualities, concise specifically refers to being brief or succinct in communication. Choice A ('exact') is not the best definition, as being precise in language does not necessarily mean being concise. Choice C ('accurate') is also not the best definition, as accuracy relates more to correctness than brevity. Choice D ('assembled') is unrelated to the definition of concise.

4. Which sentence uses 'fast' as an adverb?

A. The cars on the overpass moved fast.
B. The clock on the wall is 10 minutes fast.
C. The batter could not hit the fast pitch.
D. The fast cars drove over the bridge.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: In sentence A, 'fast' is used as an adverb to modify the verb 'moved,' describing how the cars moved quickly. Choices B, C, and D use 'fast' as an adjective, describing the clock, pitch, and cars respectively. Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, while adjectives modify nouns or pronouns.

5. There was no _____ for the way she treated her boyfriend.

A. Alibi
B. Rational
C. Reasonable
D. Justification

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is 'D: Justification.' Justification means showing that an action is reasonable or right. In this context, it implies that there was no valid reason or excuse for the way she treated her boyfriend. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. An 'alibi' is an excuse to explain one's whereabouts during a crime, not applicable here. 'Rational' means based on reason or logic, which does not fit the context of the sentence. 'Reasonable' means fair and sensible, but the sentence suggests a lack of valid explanation rather than fairness or sensibility.