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My confidence _______ today; it instantly grew when I was asked by Mrs. Garcia to join our school's competitive academic team.

surged

Our ______ or independent nation has the power to make its own rules.

sovereign

A success might be described as monumental if it:

was incredible and highly significant

A viable plan for your homework would most likely involve:

setting an appropriate amount of time aside to get it done Signup and view all the answers

I have kept a family _______ to record all the events that have happened to us since the day we got married.

chronicle Signup and view all the answers

An _____ position at a school or business is only temporary; it lasts until the position can be filled permanently.

interim Signup and view all the answers

Select ALL answers that give either an example of or the meaning of the word dispel:

Chase away (A), Dismiss class (B), Break up a crowd after a fight in the hallway (C) Signup and view all the answers

A laborious job is:

difficult and can take a long time to finish Signup and view all the answers

If there is dissension in your group of friends, you might feel:

worried that your friends are all arguing Signup and view all the answers

Select ALL the sentences that use versatile properly:

Kathy is a versatile athlete who holds school records in volleyball, softball, basketball, and cross country. (A), The college program didn't help Sam become more versatile in his skills, as it focused only on the type of accounting he already knew. (B), The magazine was seeking a versatile writer who could handle research articles, short stories, and poetry equally well. (C), I was told I had a good chance of getting a job because companies like versatile workers who can do a lot of different things equally well. (D) Signup and view all the answers

If you formulate a plan, you:

carefully develop it over time Signup and view all the answers

Select ALL answers that give either an example of or the meaning of the word stature:

A person who is seen as powerful and important (A), Well respected in your community (B), Having a high standing in her department (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are you doing if you put things in chronological order?

You are listing them in the order that they happened Signup and view all the answers

________ towards something, such as a marriage or promise, is faithfulness or loyalty towards it.

Fidelity Signup and view all the answers

A _____ person or country is aggressive, very unfriendly, and likely to start a fight.

belligerent Signup and view all the answers

How does a judicious person react to a problem?

They think through all the parts of the problem before making a decision about it Signup and view all the answers

Anika always appreciated lovely things that helped her develop an ________ sense for beauty and art.

aesthetic Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when something is arbitrary?

It appears to be made in a random way Signup and view all the answers

What is a subtle statement?

It has a meaning that might not be obvious to others Signup and view all the answers

When events are chronological, they are:

in the order in which they occurred Signup and view all the answers

When something constrains you:

It forces you to do something you may not want to do Signup and view all the answers

A _______ effort at doing something does not bring about a successful result.

fruitless Signup and view all the answers

The head soccer coach asked me to drive the bus after the game, even though he knew that it would be an _______ or difficulty for me to do so.

imposition Signup and view all the answers

What is dominion?

It is the total power to rule over someone else Signup and view all the answers

If you handle something gingerly, what are you doing?

You are being very careful with it Signup and view all the answers

A dubious statement by a witness in court will likely:

cause the judge to question its truthfulness Signup and view all the answers

My dad's job used to be _______ , and he didn't like sitting for so much of the day.

sedentary Signup and view all the answers

Select ALL the sentences that use morale properly:

When workers heard the company was doing poorly and that many of them would soon lose their jobs, morale sank to an all-time low. (A), On the first day of school morale was high, as both the students and teachers were optimistic about the coming school year. (B) Signup and view all the answers

You might use a memorandum to:

remind the people in your office building about a meeting Signup and view all the answers

Select ALL answers that give either an example of or the meaning of the word norm:

The standard way of behaving (A), A traditional cultural expectation (B), Generally accepted way to conduct yourself (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary and Definitions

Surged: Confidence increases rapidly, often in response to an event, such as being invited to join a team.
Sovereign: A nation that possesses the autonomy to create its own laws and govern itself.
Monumental: Describes a success that is both extraordinary and highly significant.
Viable: Indicates a practical plan, often involving appropriate time management to complete tasks.
Chronicle: A detailed record of events, often maintained over a long period, such as a family's history.
Interim: Refers to a temporary position within an organization that exists until a permanent role is filled.
Dispel: Actions taken to break up disturbances, dismiss assembly, or remove misconceptions.
Laborious: Characterizes work that is difficult and time-consuming to complete.
Dissension: The feeling of distress when friends are arguing or experiencing conflict.
Versatile: Ability demonstrated through proficiency in various skills or tasks, applicable in different contexts.
Formulate: The process of carefully developing a plan or strategy over time.
Stature: Signifies a person's level of importance and respect within a community or organization.
Chronological Order: Arrangement of events based on the sequence in which they occurred.
Fidelity: Loyalty or faithfulness, particularly in relationships or commitments.
Belligerent: Describes an individual or nation that is aggressive and prone to conflict.
Judicious: A thoughtful approach to problem-solving, considering various aspects before making a decision.
Aesthetic: Relates to the appreciation of beauty and art, influencing one's taste and sense of style.
Arbitrary: Characterized by randomness, lacking a clear rationale or purpose.
Subtle Statement: Communications that carry meanings not immediately apparent to everyone.
Constrains: Forces an individual to act against their preference or resistance.
Fruitless: Efforts that yield no successful results or benefits.
Imposition: A burden or inconvenience placed on someone, especially if it is unwanted.
Dominion: Authority or control over something or someone, particularly in governance.
Gingerly: Handling an item with extreme care and caution.
Dubious: Statements or claims that provoke skepticism or doubt about their validity.
Sedentary: A lifestyle involving a lot of sitting or minimal physical activity.
Morale: The overall mood of a group, impacting motivation and feelings, particularly during challenging times.
Memorandum: A written message used within an organization, primarily to communication reminders or information.
Norm: Cultural standards, expectations, or accepted behaviors that guide individual conduct.

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