Vocab U1 *

The children’s mother promised to _____ new rules about spending if their _____ ways did not change.

• enact; prodigal

• invigorate; reactionary

• allege; ergonomic

• enact; vigorous

“Although my opponent _____ that I wish to turn the US government upside down,” said the candidate, “you must remember that he is _____ and condemns change in any form.”

• enacts; prodigal

• invigorates; ergonomic

• agitates; vigorous

• alleges; reactionary

Lisa’s _____ efforts to have tougher child-safety laws passed inspired others to _____ for the same reforms.

• ergonomic; allege

• vigorous; agitate

• vigorous; enact

• energetic; invigorate

Albert’s _____, skilled fingers, nimble from years of piano practice, could also handle a video game controller with _____ precision.

• vigorous; prodigal

• energetic; reactionary

• agile; surgical

• surgical; prodigal

Even though the new classroom was supposed to be far more _____ than the old one, teachers still found it impossible to _____ students and inspire them to work

• ergonomic; invigorate

• agile; allege

• prodigal; enact

• reactionary; enact

Which of these chairs would be the most ergonomic?

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Which of these would be considered the most vigorous?

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"What is the meaning of the word 'prodigal' in the following sentence: 'After years of reckless spending, he finally realized the error of his ways and decided to change his prodigal habits.'"

• Careful and frugal

• Wasteful and extravagant

• Ambitious and diligent

• Prudent and cautious

reactionary

• someone who cannot control their reactions

• strongly opposed to change; conservative

• a person who works for or engages in political revolution

• able to move or react quickly

"What aspect of the term 'surgical' underscores its precision in the medical field?"

• Its association with fast-paced emergency procedures

• Its focus on diagnosing medical conditions

• Its emphasis on the use of fine instruments and exacting techniques

• Its connection to long-term patient care and treatment plans