GRE Reading Comprehension Practice Questions Quiz
GRE, which is known as the Graduate Record Exams, is used to measure a person's aptitude in many areas. GRE is used by graduate schools to determine a person eligibility for a program, and it is a computer-based test with a user-friendly interface. This quiz focuses on reading comprehension.
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Who administered and owned GRE?
- A.
Educational Testing Service
- B.
Educationally Testing Services
- C.
Education Transaction Service
- D.
Educations Transform Service
Correct Answer
A. Educational Testing ServiceExplanation
The correct answer is Educational Testing Service. Educational Testing Service (ETS) is the organization that administers and owns the GRE (Graduate Record Examination). ETS is a non-profit organization that specializes in educational testing and assessment, and it is responsible for developing and administering various standardized tests, including the GRE, TOEFL, and SAT.Rate this question:
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What year was the test established?
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1933
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1939
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1930
- D.
1936
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D. 1936Explanation
The test was established in 1936.Rate this question:
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What is the cost of taking a GRE test?
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$335
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$205
- C.
$307
- D.
$250
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B. $205Explanation
The cost of taking a GRE test is $205.Rate this question:
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Which of the following university took the test in 1942?
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Yale University
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Hazard University
- C.
Texas Tech University
- D.
University of lowa
Correct Answer
C. Texas Tech UniversityExplanation
Texas Tech University took the test in 1942.Rate this question:
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Which university was given its first test in the year 1940?
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Liverpool University
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Oxford Univrrsity
- C.
University of Lowa
- D.
Hazard Unversity
Correct Answer
C. University of LowaExplanation
In 1940, the University of Lowa was given its first test.Rate this question:
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What is the full meaning of GRE?
- A.
Graduate Response Expert
- B.
Graduate Record Examination
- C.
Graduate Report Examination
- D.
Graduate Record Experiment
Correct Answer
B. Graduate Record ExaminationExplanation
The correct answer is Graduate Record Examination. The GRE is a standardized test that is commonly required for admission to graduate school programs in the United States. It assesses a student's verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, analytical writing, and critical thinking skills. The exam is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and is used by many universities as a factor in their admissions process.Rate this question:
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In 1948, how many students were estimated to have taken the test to apply into 500 colleges?
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45,000+
- B.
50,000+
- C.
55,000+
- D.
60,000+
Correct Answer
A. 45,000+Explanation
In 1948, it was estimated that more than 45,000 students took the test to apply into 500 colleges. This means that the actual number of students who took the test could have been 45,001 or more.Rate this question:
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How many questions does the Quantitative Reasoning have?
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20
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40
- C.
15
- D.
25
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A. 20Explanation
Quantitative Reasoning has 20 questions.Rate this question:
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The General Test consists of how many sections?
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Nine
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Eight
- C.
Seven
- D.
Six
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D. SixExplanation
The General Test consists of six sections.Rate this question:
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What is the first section of GRE?
- A.
Analytical Writing
- B.
Quantitative Reasoning
- C.
Verbal Reasoning
- D.
General Studies
Correct Answer
A. Analytical WritingExplanation
The first section of the GRE is Analytical Writing. This section assesses the test-taker's ability to articulate complex ideas, support arguments with evidence, and effectively communicate in written form. It consists of two tasks: analyzing an issue and analyzing an argument. The Analytical Writing section is designed to evaluate critical thinking and analytical skills, as well as the ability to construct a coherent and well-structured essay.Rate this question:
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