The Power of Relationships: Vocabulary Practice

What does circumstantial mean?

• relating to a specific situation

• brief; lasting only a short time

• to have an effect on someone or something

• influence or guidance that an experienced or knowledgeable person gives to someone who has less experience or knowledge

Answer explanation

Circumstantial means relating to a specific situation. It describes something that is dependent on the circumstances or context. In this question, the correct choice is 'relating to a specific situation'.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Write a sentence using the word circumstantial:

Answer explanation

The word 'circumstantial' refers to evidence or information that is based on circumstances rather than direct proof.

What is emotional contagion?

• relating to a specific situation

• a phenomenon in which a person's emotions and behaviors directly trigger similar emotions and behaviors in another person

• brief; lasting only a short time

• to have an effect on someone or something

Answer explanation

Emotional contagion is when one person's emotions and behaviors directly trigger similar emotions and behaviors in another person.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Write a sentence using the term emotional contagion:

Answer explanation

Emotional contagion refers to the spread of emotions from one person to another. It is a phenomenon where individuals can 'catch' the emotions of those around them.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does fleeting mean?

• a phenomenon in which a person's emotions and behaviors directly trigger similar emotions and behaviors in another person

• relating to a specific situation

• brief; lasting only a short time

• influence or guidance that an experienced or knowledgeable person gives to someone who has less experience or knowledge

Answer explanation

The word 'fleeting' means brief and lasting only a short time. It is the correct choice because it accurately describes the meaning of the word.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Write a sentence using the term fleeting:

Answer explanation

The term 'fleeting' refers to something that is brief or passing. It is often used to describe something that is short-lived or transient.

What is the definition of influence?

• to have an effect on someone or something

• influence or guidance that an experienced or knowledgeable person gives to someone who has less experience or knowledge

• a phenomenon in which a person's emotions and behaviors directly trigger similar emotions and behaviors in another person

• relating to a specific situation

Answer explanation

Influence is the act of having an effect on someone or something.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Write a sentence using the term influence:

Answer explanation

The term 'influence' refers to the power or effect that someone or something has on another. It can shape opinions, decisions, and actions.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

What is mentorship?

• influence or guidance that an experienced or knowledgeable person gives to someone who has less experience or knowledge

• to have an effect on someone or something

• relating to a specific situation

• brief; lasting only a short time

Answer explanation

Mentorship is the influence or guidance that an experienced person provides to someone with less experience. It involves sharing knowledge and expertise.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Write a sentence using the term mentorship:

Answer explanation

Mentorship is the act of guiding and supporting someone in their personal or professional development.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E