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1.

A medieval collection of descriptions of or fables about real or mythical animals, in which each animal's nature is used to draw a moral point
- A.
  
  Castle tales
- B.
  
  Kings stories
- C.
  
  Fabulosos
- D.
  
  Bestiary
Correct Answer
D. Bestiary

Explanation
A bestiary is a medieval collection of descriptions or fables about real or mythical animals. In these collections, each animal's nature is used to draw a moral point. It is a genre of literature that uses animals as symbolic representations to teach moral lessons or convey religious teachings. Bestiaries were popular in the Middle Ages and were often illustrated with elaborate and imaginative depictions of the animals. They served as educational and entertaining texts, providing readers with moral guidance through the allegorical interpretations of various animals.

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The quality or condition or having a clear, logical structure or of being understandable. [
- A.
  
  Convergent
- B.
  
  Covexable
- C.
  
  Coherence
- D.
  
  Contextual
Correct Answer
C. Coherence

Explanation
Coherence refers to the quality or condition of having a clear, logical structure or being understandable. It means that the ideas or information presented are logically connected and make sense to the reader or listener. In other words, coherence ensures that there is a smooth flow of thoughts and ideas, allowing the audience to easily follow and comprehend the message being conveyed.

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3.

Giving off light, glowing
- A.
  
  Losterous
- B.
  
  Blued
- C.
  
  Gradient
- D.
  
  Luminous
Correct Answer
D. Luminous

Explanation
The word "luminous" means giving off light or glowing. It is the only word in the given options that matches this definition. "Losterous," "blued," and "gradient" do not have any relation to giving off light or glowing. Therefore, the correct answer is "luminous."

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4.

A person or item considered to be outside of the norm, not of the larger group
- A.
  
  Outlandish
- B.
  
  Outlier
- C.
  
  Outerfor
- D.
  
  Outish
Correct Answer
B. Outlier

Explanation
An outlier is a person or item that is considered to be outside of the norm or not representative of the larger group. It is someone or something that deviates from the usual or expected characteristics or behaviors.

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5.

A type of fried or baked bread, forom the south, usually made from corn
- A.
  
  Pone
- B.
  
  Cone
- C.
  
  Rone
- D.
  
  Fone
Correct Answer
A. Pone

Explanation
Pone is a type of fried or baked bread that is commonly made in the southern region of the United States. It is typically made from cornmeal and has a dense texture. The other options, cone, rone, and fone, do not accurately describe this type of bread.

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6.

A short sturdy upright piece of wood used in framing a building
- A.
  
  Poncher
- B.
  
  Uptill
- C.
  
  Puncheon
- D.
  
  Truncheon
Correct Answer
D. Truncheon

Explanation
A truncheon is a short, sturdy, upright piece of wood that is commonly used by law enforcement officers as a weapon or for crowd control. It is often associated with police officers and is used to subdue or control unruly individuals. The other options provided, poncher, uptill, and puncheon, do not have any relevance to the given definition.

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7.

To determine by making calculations
- A.
  
  Treckon
- B.
  
  Fleckon
- C.
  
  Retreckon
- D.
  
  Reckon
Correct Answer
D. Reckon

Explanation
The word "reckon" means to determine or estimate something by making calculations or using reasoning. It is a verb that implies using logical thinking or mathematical calculations to come to a conclusion or make a judgment. In this context, "reckon" is the correct answer because it best aligns with the given definition of determining by making calculations.

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8.

To put right or make correct
- A.
  
  Trextify
- B.
  
  Rectify
- C.
  
  Retextify
- D.
  
  Testify
Correct Answer
B. Rectify

Explanation
Rectify means to put right or make correct. In this context, it refers to the action of correcting something that is wrong or mistaken. The other options, trextify, retextify, and testify, do not carry the same meaning as rectify and are not synonymous with the given definition. Therefore, rectify is the correct answer.

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9.

To cause to become;make
- A.
  
  Trender
- B.
  
  Fender
- C.
  
  Glender
- D.
  
  Render
Correct Answer
D. Render

Explanation
The word "render" means to cause something to become or make something happen. This is the correct answer because it accurately describes the meaning of the word, and the other options (trender, fender, and glender) do not have the same meaning or usage.

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10.

A perch on which birds, especially domestic fowl,rest or sleep
- A.
  
  Racker
- B.
  
  Roost
- C.
  
  Puncheon
- D.
  
  Girdle
Correct Answer
B. Roost

Explanation
A roost is a place where birds, particularly domestic fowl, rest or sleep. It provides a safe and elevated spot for birds to perch and relax. This term is commonly used when referring to chickens, who typically roost on a raised wooden bar or branch. The word "roost" perfectly fits the description of a perch for birds, making it the correct answer in this context.

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11.

Thinly scattered; not thick or dense
- A.
  
  Spartic
- B.
  
  Sparse
- C.
  
  Parsed
- D.
  
  Limituable
Correct Answer
B. Sparse

Explanation
The word "sparse" means thinly scattered or not thick or dense. It accurately describes something that is not closely packed or crowded together. The other options, "spartic," "parsed," and "limituable," do not have the same meaning or convey the idea of being thinly scattered.

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12.

A person with the unique capacity to predict what will become important
- A.
  
  Searcher
- B.
  
  Visionary
- C.
  
  Blenary
- D.
  
  Looker
Correct Answer
B. Visionary

Explanation
A visionary is someone who has the ability to anticipate or predict what will become important or influential in the future. They possess a unique capacity to see beyond the present and envision possibilities that others may not be able to perceive. A visionary is often characterized by their innovative thinking, forward-looking mindset, and ability to inspire and lead others towards a future they have envisioned.

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An imaginary belt in the heavens that includes the apparent paths of the sun, moon, and most planets and is divided into twelve equal signs or parts, each named for a constellation that appears within the belt as seen from the earth
- A.
  
  Zodiac
- B.
  
  Trondheim
- C.
  
  Glaxious
- D.
  
  Athenian
Correct Answer
A. Zodiac

Explanation
The correct answer is zodiac. The zodiac refers to an imaginary belt in the heavens that includes the apparent paths of the sun, moon, and most planets. It is divided into twelve equal signs or parts, each named for a constellation that appears within the belt as seen from the earth.

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Post Test Cold Mountain 13 15

A medieval collection of descriptions of or fables about real or mythical animals, in which each animal's nature is used to draw a moral point

The quality or condition or having a clear, logical structure or of being understandable. [

Giving off light, glowing

A person or item considered to be outside of the norm, not of the larger group

A type of fried or baked bread, forom the south, usually made from corn

A short sturdy upright piece of wood used in framing a building

To determine by making calculations

To put right or make correct

To cause to become;make

A perch on which birds, especially domestic fowl,rest or sleep

Thinly scattered; not thick or dense

A person with the unique capacity to predict what will become important

An imaginary belt in the heavens that includes the apparent paths of the sun, moon, and most planets and is divided into twelve equal signs or parts, each named for a constellation that appears within the belt as seen from the earth