VOCABULARY THPTQG

“During the pandemic, many people experienced social isolation, which affected their mental health.”
The word isolation is closest in meaning to:

• A. celebration

• B. connection

• C. loneliness

• D. cooperation

The task of choosing a career can be daunting. What is the closest synonym?

• A. relaxing

• B. terrifying

• C. exciting

• D. clear

“Narrow down their options” – The phrase narrow down is closest in meaning to:

• A. ignore completely

• B. expand choices

• C. limit the range

• D. delay decision

Urbanization often leads to the proliferation of informal settlements. What does proliferation mean?

• A. decline

• B. increase

• C. disappearance

• D. regulation

Urbanization can exacerbate social inequality. Which word is closest in meaning to exacerbate?

• A. reduce

• B. ignore

• C. worsen

• D. repair

Green living encourages people to make conscious choices. What does conscious mean here?

• A. accidental

• B. deliberate

• C. forgetful

• D. emotional

“Incorporate short workouts into your routine” – The word incorporate means:

• A. remove

• B. include

• C. separate

• D. delay

Governments must prioritize access to essential services. What is the best meaning of prioritize?

• A. ignore completely

• B. give importance to

• C. delay until later

• D. refuse

Internships give students valuable hands-on experience, which employers highly value. What does hands-on experience refer to?

• A. watching others work

• B. theoretical knowledge only

• C. practical, direct involvement

• D. reading about a job

Many job seekers prioritize financial stability over passion in their career choices. What is the best synonym for stability in this context?

• A. risk

• B. uncertainty

• C. security

• D. excitement