During the vocabulary section, what format do the questions usually follow?

The questions in the vocabulary section of the Nelson Denny Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary Practice Test primarily follow a multiple-choice format. This approach allows test-takers to select the correct meaning or usage of a word from a set of provided options. Each question presents a word, often in context, and offers several definitions or synonyms, enabling the test-taker to demonstrate their understanding and knowledge effectively. The multiple-choice format is advantageous because it provides a clear structure for answering and allows for straightforward scoring, making it easier to assess vocabulary skills accurately.

Other formats, such as fill-in-the-blank or true/false, do not typically allow for as much nuanced understanding of vocabulary context as the multiple-choice format does. Essay formats are more suited for expressing ideas and arguments rather than testing vocabulary meanings. Thus, the multiple-choice format best aligns with the objective of assessing a student's vocabulary knowledge.