Completing sentences - Wonderlic

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Question

William was reluctant at first, but he eventually acquiesced to our request.

Select the word that best reflects the meaning of the underlined word.

Answer

To "acquiesce" to a request is to "agree" or give in to that request. There is no specific element of the word's meaning that indicates this agreement is enthusiastic, and the context of this sentence actually counter-indicates that reading.

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Question

Mrs. Dollars said she would ____________ the flower-shaped custard-filled donuts herself.

Select the answer that best completes the given sentence.

Answer

The only correct answer uses the correct form and tense of the verb "buy."

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