HESI A2 Vocabulary Practice Test

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Prefix. A prefix is a word part placed before a word to change its meaning. It modifies the root word's meaning. For example, adding "un-" before "happy" changes the meaning to "unhappy." Affix (B) is a broader term that includes both prefixes and suffixes. Suffix (C) is a word part placed after a word, and Vocab (D) stands for vocabulary, which is not directly related to changing the meaning of a word.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Rationale: 1. Contemplating means deep thinking or reflecting. 2. Pondering also means to reflect or consider deeply. 3. Impasse means a deadlock or stalemate, not related to contemplating. 4. Impartial means unbiased, not directly related to contemplating. 5. Emending means to make corrections, not synonymous with contemplating. Summary: - A (Impasse) and D (Emending) are incorrect as they do not relate to contemplating. - B (Impartial) is incorrect as it does not represent the act of deep thinking. - C (Pondering) is correct as it directly aligns with the meaning of contemplating, involving thoughtful consideration.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Assemble. "To gather together" implies bringing things or people together in one place, which is the definition of "assemble." Choice A, Semblance, means outward appearance or resemblance, not gathering. Choice B, Assembly, is close but lacks the action of bringing things together. Choice C, Appearance, refers to how something looks, not the act of gathering. Therefore, D is the only choice that accurately reflects the meaning of "to gather together."

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: A deficiency or lack of something. 'Deficit' refers to a shortage or insufficiency of a particular quantity or quality. It is the opposite of an excess (choice A), abundance (choice C), or a stable amount (choice D). The term 'deficit' specifically implies a lack or inadequacy in comparison to what is required or expected.

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.