Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlinedpart in each of the following questions

They appeared surprisingly pessimistic about their chances of winning

A. gloomy

B. doubtful

C. Distrustful

D. optimistic

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlinedpart in each of the following questions.

Due to the bad weather condition, the plane won’t leave until 5:p.m

A. Take off

B.  Land

C. Ascend

D. Rise

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlinedpart in each of the following questions

The water in the lake is so clear that I can see the stems of the water-lilies

A. obscure

B. vague

C. Transparent

D. muddy

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlinedpart in each of the following questions
We tried to emphasize a System where you put things in place and hire smart, industrious people.

A. slothful

B.hardworking

C.busy

D. fruitful

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlinedpart in each of the following questions

Punctuality is imperative in your new job

A. Being efficient

B. Being courteous

C. Being cheerful

D. Being late

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlinedpart in each of the following questions.
Constant correction by a teacher is often counterproductive, as the student may become afraid to speak at all.

A. desolate

B.unproductive

C.barren

D.effective

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlinedpart in each of the following questions.
The Chinese peoole worship their ancestors.

A. fossils

B.elders

C.forefathers

D. heirs

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions

The government has decided that the publication of the report would be "contrary  to the public interest".

A. unpleasant                

B. despicable                 

C. agreeable                   

D. urbane