TSI READING

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What does 'cynical' mean?

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Cynical refers to having a distrustful attitude towards human sincerity or integrity, often believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest.

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What is a synonym for 'ecstatic'?

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Ecstatic means feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement.

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What question should you ask to find the main idea of a text?

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To find the main idea, ask yourself: 'How does the author feel about the topic?'

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What does 'gratify' mean in the context of volunteer work?

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Gratify means to give pleasure or satisfaction, often referring to fulfilling a need or desire.

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What does it mean to feel 'contemptuous'?

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To feel contemptuous means to have a strong feeling of dislike or disdain towards someone or something.

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What is the opposite of 'cynical'?

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The opposite of cynical is optimistic, which means having a hopeful and positive outlook.

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What does 'disdainful' mean?

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Disdainful means showing a lack of respect or consideration for someone or something.

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How can you identify an 'ecstatic' person?

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An ecstatic person often displays signs of extreme joy, such as smiling widely, jumping, or expressing excitement verbally.

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What is the importance of understanding the author's feelings in a text?

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Understanding the author's feelings helps readers grasp the main idea and the emotional tone of the text.

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What does 'please' mean in the context of fulfilling needs?

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To please means to make someone happy or satisfied, often by meeting their desires or needs.