Vocabulary Quiz, GEI-4 V U-3

When you are acting in a "defensive" manner, you are:

• a) trying to harm or attack someone

• b) focused on protecting yourself from harm

• c) offering help and assistance to others

• d) feeling confident and optimistic

An "irreversible" mistake is one that:

• a) can be easily corrected or fixed

• b) has lasting consequences that cannot be undone

• c) is quickly forgotten and forgiven

• d) provides a valuable learning experience

Stepping on a "land mine" could cause:

• a) a minor inconvenience

• b) serious injury or death

• c) a feeling of accomplishment

• d) a chance to win a hidden treasure

A "trivial" matter is:

• a) very important and requires immediate attention

• b) a minor issue that can likely be ignored

• c) a complex problem with no easy solution

• d) a source of great amusement and entertainment

A "catastrophic" event would likely cause:

• a) minor inconvenience and annoyance

• b) widespread destruction and suffering

• c) a slight improvement in a situation

• d) a celebration and festive atmosphere

A "civil war" is fought:

• a) between different countries

• b) by citizens against their own government

• c) by rebels against a pirate crew

• d) over control of a distant colony

A "refugee" might flee his/her home country due to:

• a) a disagreement with a neighbor

• b) a natural disaster like a flood or earthquake

• c) a lack of job opportunities

• d) forgetting something important

Seeking "revenge" means you want to:

• a) forgive someone who wronged you

• b) forget about a past offense

• c) punish someone for something they did

• d) reconcile and make peace

If something "lasts" for a long time, it:

• a) disappears quickly

• b) continues for an extended period

• c) changes form or appearance constantly

• d) reaches a definite conclusion right away

A "devastating" loss could involve:

• a) forgetting your phone charger

• b) experiencing a minor setback

• c) suffering a major loss or destruction

• d) winning a competition unexpectedly