WONDERLIC TEST NEWEST ACTUAL TEST/ MOST TESTED QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES|ALREADY GRADED A+
Question 1
Which of the following is the best definition for the word "Denotation"?
A) The emotional or cultural association a word carries.
B) The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to its feelings.
C) The study of the origins of various words.
D) A word that sounds like the sound it describes.
E) A slang term used in a specific geographic region.
Correct Answer: B) The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to its feelings.
Rationale: Denotation refers to the "dictionary definition" of a word, devoid of any
emotional subtext or implied meaning. For example, the denotation of the word "home" is
"a place where one lives," whereas its connotation might include warmth and family.
Options A and E refer to connotation or local dialect, while C refers to etymology.
Question 2
What is the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) of the numbers 24 and 60?
A) 2
B) 6
C) 12
D) 24
E) 120
Correct Answer: C) 12
Rationale: The Greatest Common Factor is the largest number that divides into both
numbers without a remainder. To find the GCF of 24 and 60, we list the factors: Factors of
24 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 24. Factors of 60 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 15, 20, 30, 60. The
largest factor present in both lists is 12. Option E is the Least Common Multiple (LCM),
not the GCF.
Question 3
When a person reacts to the "connotation" of a word, they are focusing on:
A) The exact spelling of the word.
B) The implied meanings or emotions which the word makes you think.
C) The chronological history of the word's usage.
D) The number of syllables within the word.
E) The literal definition found in a standard dictionary.
Correct Answer: B) The implied meanings or emotions which the word makes you think.
Rationale: Connotation represents the subjective cultural or emotional associations that a
word invokes. For instance, the words "cheap" and "frugal" have similar denotations
(saving money), but "cheap" has a negative connotation of being stingy, while "frugal" has
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a positive connotation of being wise. Options A, D, and E relate to the physical or literal
properties of language.
Question 4
In the sentence, "The diligent student studied until midnight," which word functions as a noun?
A) The
B) Diligent
C) Student
D) Studied
E) Midnight
Correct Answer: C) Student
Rationale: A noun is defined as a person, place, or thing. In this sentence, "student" is the
person performing the action. "Diligent" is an adjective describing the student, "studied"
is a verb representing the action, and "midnight" acts as a noun here serving as the object
of time. However, "student" is the primary subject noun of the sentence.
Question 5
Identify the verb in the following list:
A) Beautiful
B) Quickly
C) Harmony
D) Capitulate
E) Red
Correct Answer: D) Capitulate
Rationale: A verb is an action word. "Capitulate" means to surrender or give in, which is an
action. "Beautiful" and "Red" are adjectives; "Quickly" is an adverb; and "Harmony" is
a noun. On the Wonderlic, identifying parts of speech is essential for sentence
rearrangement questions.
Question 6
Which of the following words is an adjective?
A) Braggart
B) Run
C) Florid
D) Happiness
E) Because
Correct Answer: C) Florid
Rationale: An adjective describes or modifies a noun. "Florid" means ornate or flowery in
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style (e.g., "a florid speech"). "Braggart" is a noun (a person who boasts), "Run" is a verb,
"Happiness" is an abstract noun, and "Because" is a conjunction.
Question 7
What is the absolute value of -15?
A) -15
B) 0
C) 1
D) 15
E) 1/15
Correct Answer: D) 15
Rationale: The absolute value of a number is defined as its distance from zero on a number
line, regardless of its direction (positive or negative). Distance can never be negative.
Therefore, the absolute value of -15 is 15. This mathematical concept is used in Wonderlic
problems to test basic numerical logic.
Question 8
If a manager decides to "castigate" an employee, the manager is:
A) Promoting them to a higher position.
B) Training them on a new piece of equipment.
C) Punishing or severely criticizing them.
D) Giving them a flattering compliment.
E) Ignoring their performance entirely.
Correct Answer: C) Punishing or severely criticizing them.
Rationale: "Castigate" is a formal vocabulary term meaning to subject someone to severe
punishment or reprimand. It is often used in professional contexts to describe a harsh
disciplinary action. Options A and D are opposites (antonyms), while B and E are unrelated
actions.
Question 9
Which word is the best synonym for "Capitulate"?
A) Fight
B) Surrender
C) Explain
D) Innovate
E) Postpone
Correct Answer: B) Surrender
Rationale: To "capitulate" means to cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand;
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in other words, to surrender. It often carries the context of stipulating specific terms for
that surrender. Option A is an antonym, while E refers to "procrastinate."
Question 10
A person who speaks with "Candor" is known for their:
A) Deception and lies.
B) Outspokenness and honesty.
C) High-pitched singing voice.
D) Ability to paint portraits.
E) Fear of public speaking.
Correct Answer: B) Outspokenness and honesty.
Rationale: Candor is the quality of being open and honest in expression. A person with
candor does not hide the truth, even if it is uncomfortable. Option A is the direct opposite
(dishonesty), and the other options are unrelated to personality traits.
Question 11
Which of the following is an example of a "Blemish"?
A) A perfectly polished diamond.
/B) A mark that mars the beauty of a surface.
C) A scientific study of trees.
D) A very expensive piece of jewelry.
E) A professional athlete.
Correct Answer: B) A mark that mars the beauty of a surface.
Rationale: A blemish is a small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something. In a
Wonderlic analogy, "Blemish" might be related to "Surface" as "Error" is related to
"Report." Option C refers to botany.
Question 12
If you are studying "Botany," you are primarily interested in:
A) The movements of the planets.
B) The behavior of wild animals.
C) The science that treats plants.
D) The history of human civilizations.
E) The chemical composition of the ocean.
Correct Answer: C) The science that treats plants.
Rationale: Botany is a branch of biology specifically dedicated to the study of plant life. This
is a classification question common in the science/vocabulary section of cognitive tests.
Question 13
A "Braggart" is most likely to be described as:
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES|ALREADY GRADED A+
Question 1
Which of the following is the best definition for the word "Denotation"?
A) The emotional or cultural association a word carries.
B) The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to its feelings.
C) The study of the origins of various words.
D) A word that sounds like the sound it describes.
E) A slang term used in a specific geographic region.
Correct Answer: B) The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to its feelings.
Rationale: Denotation refers to the "dictionary definition" of a word, devoid of any
emotional subtext or implied meaning. For example, the denotation of the word "home" is
"a place where one lives," whereas its connotation might include warmth and family.
Options A and E refer to connotation or local dialect, while C refers to etymology.
Question 2
What is the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) of the numbers 24 and 60?
A) 2
B) 6
C) 12
D) 24
E) 120
Correct Answer: C) 12
Rationale: The Greatest Common Factor is the largest number that divides into both
numbers without a remainder. To find the GCF of 24 and 60, we list the factors: Factors of
24 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 24. Factors of 60 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 15, 20, 30, 60. The
largest factor present in both lists is 12. Option E is the Least Common Multiple (LCM),
not the GCF.
Question 3
When a person reacts to the "connotation" of a word, they are focusing on:
A) The exact spelling of the word.
B) The implied meanings or emotions which the word makes you think.
C) The chronological history of the word's usage.
D) The number of syllables within the word.
E) The literal definition found in a standard dictionary.
Correct Answer: B) The implied meanings or emotions which the word makes you think.
Rationale: Connotation represents the subjective cultural or emotional associations that a
word invokes. For instance, the words "cheap" and "frugal" have similar denotations
(saving money), but "cheap" has a negative connotation of being stingy, while "frugal" has
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a positive connotation of being wise. Options A, D, and E relate to the physical or literal
properties of language.
Question 4
In the sentence, "The diligent student studied until midnight," which word functions as a noun?
A) The
B) Diligent
C) Student
D) Studied
E) Midnight
Correct Answer: C) Student
Rationale: A noun is defined as a person, place, or thing. In this sentence, "student" is the
person performing the action. "Diligent" is an adjective describing the student, "studied"
is a verb representing the action, and "midnight" acts as a noun here serving as the object
of time. However, "student" is the primary subject noun of the sentence.
Question 5
Identify the verb in the following list:
A) Beautiful
B) Quickly
C) Harmony
D) Capitulate
E) Red
Correct Answer: D) Capitulate
Rationale: A verb is an action word. "Capitulate" means to surrender or give in, which is an
action. "Beautiful" and "Red" are adjectives; "Quickly" is an adverb; and "Harmony" is
a noun. On the Wonderlic, identifying parts of speech is essential for sentence
rearrangement questions.
Question 6
Which of the following words is an adjective?
A) Braggart
B) Run
C) Florid
D) Happiness
E) Because
Correct Answer: C) Florid
Rationale: An adjective describes or modifies a noun. "Florid" means ornate or flowery in
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style (e.g., "a florid speech"). "Braggart" is a noun (a person who boasts), "Run" is a verb,
"Happiness" is an abstract noun, and "Because" is a conjunction.
Question 7
What is the absolute value of -15?
A) -15
B) 0
C) 1
D) 15
E) 1/15
Correct Answer: D) 15
Rationale: The absolute value of a number is defined as its distance from zero on a number
line, regardless of its direction (positive or negative). Distance can never be negative.
Therefore, the absolute value of -15 is 15. This mathematical concept is used in Wonderlic
problems to test basic numerical logic.
Question 8
If a manager decides to "castigate" an employee, the manager is:
A) Promoting them to a higher position.
B) Training them on a new piece of equipment.
C) Punishing or severely criticizing them.
D) Giving them a flattering compliment.
E) Ignoring their performance entirely.
Correct Answer: C) Punishing or severely criticizing them.
Rationale: "Castigate" is a formal vocabulary term meaning to subject someone to severe
punishment or reprimand. It is often used in professional contexts to describe a harsh
disciplinary action. Options A and D are opposites (antonyms), while B and E are unrelated
actions.
Question 9
Which word is the best synonym for "Capitulate"?
A) Fight
B) Surrender
C) Explain
D) Innovate
E) Postpone
Correct Answer: B) Surrender
Rationale: To "capitulate" means to cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand;
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in other words, to surrender. It often carries the context of stipulating specific terms for
that surrender. Option A is an antonym, while E refers to "procrastinate."
Question 10
A person who speaks with "Candor" is known for their:
A) Deception and lies.
B) Outspokenness and honesty.
C) High-pitched singing voice.
D) Ability to paint portraits.
E) Fear of public speaking.
Correct Answer: B) Outspokenness and honesty.
Rationale: Candor is the quality of being open and honest in expression. A person with
candor does not hide the truth, even if it is uncomfortable. Option A is the direct opposite
(dishonesty), and the other options are unrelated to personality traits.
Question 11
Which of the following is an example of a "Blemish"?
A) A perfectly polished diamond.
/B) A mark that mars the beauty of a surface.
C) A scientific study of trees.
D) A very expensive piece of jewelry.
E) A professional athlete.
Correct Answer: B) A mark that mars the beauty of a surface.
Rationale: A blemish is a small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something. In a
Wonderlic analogy, "Blemish" might be related to "Surface" as "Error" is related to
"Report." Option C refers to botany.
Question 12
If you are studying "Botany," you are primarily interested in:
A) The movements of the planets.
B) The behavior of wild animals.
C) The science that treats plants.
D) The history of human civilizations.
E) The chemical composition of the ocean.
Correct Answer: C) The science that treats plants.
Rationale: Botany is a branch of biology specifically dedicated to the study of plant life. This
is a classification question common in the science/vocabulary section of cognitive tests.
Question 13
A "Braggart" is most likely to be described as:
