HESI A2 Vocabulary Practice Test

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: graduated. In this sentence, "after she" indicates a future event, so the correct verb form should be future tense. "Graduated" is the only choice that correctly uses future tense and fits grammatically. Choices B, C, and D are all in past or present tenses, which do not align with the future context of the sentence. Therefore, A is the correct choice.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Vacuous means lacking contents or empty. In this context, choice A (Empty) is the correct answer because vacuous specifically refers to something being devoid of substance or meaning. Choice B (Full) is incorrect as it is the opposite of vacuous. Choice C (Dense) is also incorrect as it means having parts that are close together, which is not related to vacuous. Choice D (Bright) is unrelated as it refers to something being well-lit or intelligent.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Distal refers to a structure that is further away from the point of attachment or the origin of the body part. In this case, the correct answer is B because it accurately describes the meaning of distal. Choice A is incorrect as it describes something that is closer to the point of attachment. Choice C is incorrect as it refers to the central part of the body, not the distal part. Choice D is incorrect as it describes something on the surface of the skin, which is not related to the position of a structure in relation to its point of attachment.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Add to. Augment means to increase or enhance something. In this context, choosing the correct answer involves understanding the definition of the word. To decrease (A), eliminate (C), and diminish (D) all suggest reducing or taking away, which is the opposite of augmenting. By process of elimination, we can see that "Add to" is the most appropriate choice based on the meaning of the word "augment."

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for choice B being correct: 1. Collusion involves secret agreement between parties. 2. Conspiracy also involves secret planning to commit an unlawful act. 3. Misunderstanding does not involve intentional agreement. 4. Honesty is the opposite of collusion as it refers to truthfulness and integrity.