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Entrance Examination

Definition: An entrance examination is a test that students take to show that they are prepared to enter a particular school, college, or other educational programs. It helps the school decide if a student is ready for the courses they want to take.

Advanced Usage:

• Entrance examinations can vary in format, including multiple-choice questions, essay writing, or practical assessments, depending on the field of study.
• Some countries have national entrance examinations for specific fields, like medicine or engineering.

Word Variants:

• Entrance (noun): The act of entering or the place where one enters.
• Examination (noun): A formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency in a subject.

Different Meanings:

• While "entrance examination" specifically refers to an academic test, the word "entrance" on its own can also mean the act of entering a place or the door through which one enters.
• "Examination" can refer to any kind of test or inspection, not just academic ones.

Synonyms:

• Admission test
• Entrance test
• Admission examination

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Pass with flying colors": This means to do very well on a test or examination.

  • Example: "She passed her entrance examination with flying colors."

• "Hit the books": This means to study hard, especially before an exam.

  • Example: "I need to hit the books to prepare for my entrance examination."

Summary:

An entrance examination is an important test for students who want to enter a specific educational program.

Academic

Noun

1. examination to determine a candidate's preparation for a course of studies

Synonyms

• entrance exam