Toefl exam Essentials

Is the word negative or positive? Using the context of
the passage, determine whether the unfamiliar term is a
negative or positive one. In the preceding example, you
can conclude that gullible is not positive in that context.
Thus, you can eliminate any answer choices that are
positive terms.
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Replace the vocabulary word with the remaining
answers, one at a time. Does the answer choice make
sense when you read the sentence? If not, eliminate that
answer choice.

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TOEFL EXAM ESSENTIALS
Practice
Choose the correct meaning of the italicized word. Find the
answers on page 111.
4. When you are in an interview, try not to show any overt
signs that you are nervous. Don’t shift in your chair, shake,
or stutter.
Overt means
a. subtle.