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Which of the following situations best illustrates the meaning of 'destitute'?
Which of the following situations best illustrates the meaning of 'destitute'?
- An individual who lacks basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing. (correct)
- A family who can afford basic necessities but struggles to save for the future.
- A person who chooses to live a minimalist lifestyle, owning very few possessions.
- A wealthy investor who lost a significant amount of money but still has considerable assets.
Which sentence demonstrates the correct usage of the word 'ailment'?
Which sentence demonstrates the correct usage of the word 'ailment'?
- The company's ailment to success was its innovative marketing strategy.
- The architect's primary ailment was designing sustainable buildings.
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with a serious ailment requiring immediate treatment. (correct)
- Her only ailment was a lack of motivation to complete the project.
In which scenario would 'dispute' be most appropriately used?
In which scenario would 'dispute' be most appropriately used?
- A friendly discussion about different types of music.
- A harmonious agreement reached after careful negotiation.
- A casual observation about the weather.
- A heated argument between neighbors over a property line. (correct)
Which of the following is the best example of something that could be described as an 'elixir'?
Which of the following is the best example of something that could be described as an 'elixir'?
Which action demonstrates a lack of 'etiquette'?
Which action demonstrates a lack of 'etiquette'?
Which of the following situations exemplifies someone living in a 'destitute' state, and what is a potential contributing factor?
Which of the following situations exemplifies someone living in a 'destitute' state, and what is a potential contributing factor?
A patient describes various symptoms. Which description most clearly indicates a likely 'ailment' rather than a serious disease?
A patient describes various symptoms. Which description most clearly indicates a likely 'ailment' rather than a serious disease?
Two companies are in a 'dispute' over intellectual property. Which action would be a constructive step toward resolving the dispute?
Two companies are in a 'dispute' over intellectual property. Which action would be a constructive step toward resolving the dispute?
A company claims its new product is an 'elixir' for productivity. Which statement would most undermine this claim?
A company claims its new product is an 'elixir' for productivity. Which statement would most undermine this claim?
A guest is unsure of the proper 'etiquette' at a formal dinner. Which course of action demonstrates the best approach?
A guest is unsure of the proper 'etiquette' at a formal dinner. Which course of action demonstrates the best approach?
Flashcards
Destitute
Destitute
Lacking the basic necessities of life; extremely poor.
Ailment
Ailment
A minor illness, typically not life-threatening.
Dispute
Dispute
A disagreement or argument.
Elixir
Elixir
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Etiquette
Etiquette
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Study Notes
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This test assesses understanding of five words: destitute, ailment, dispute, elixir, and etiquette.
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For each word, a definition and original sentence must be provided.
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The definition should be clear and accurate, reflecting the word's meaning.
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The sentence should use the word correctly in context, demonstrating comprehension of its usage.
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Destitute:
- Definition: Lacking the basic necessities of life; extremely poor.
- Sentence: After the factory closure, many families in the town became destitute and relied on charity for food and shelter.
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Ailment:
- Definition: A minor illness.
- Sentence: She visited the doctor to seek treatment for a persistent ailment that caused discomfort in her back.
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Dispute:
- Definition: A disagreement or argument.
- Sentence: The neighbors had a heated dispute over the placement of the fence between their properties.
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Elixir:
- Definition: A magical or medicinal potion.
- Sentence: The ancient alchemists sought the elixir of life, believing it could grant immortality.
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Etiquette:
- Definition: The customary code of polite behavior in society.
- Sentence: Proper etiquette dictates that you should not talk with your mouth full during a formal dinner.
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