COMMON WORD LIST 6

His impeccable attire and perfectly groomed appearance suggested a level of __________ attention to detail.

• a) careless

• b) flawless

• c) casual

• d) peculiar

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

1.      Despite numerous attempts at negotiation, her implacable opponent refused to soften his stance, displaying a(n) __________ attitude.

• a) forgiving

• b) unyielding

• c) diplomatic

• d) understanding

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CCSS.L.3.2F

The inexorable march of time waits for no one, showing no signs of slowing or stopping, indicating a(n) __________ progression.

• a) relentless

• b) erratic

• c) sporadic

• d) temporary

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

His speech became increasingly incoherent as he rambled on, making little sense and lacking __________.

• a) clarity

• b) humor

• c) enthusiasm

• d) precision

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Overcoming the insurmountable obstacles seemed impossible, indicating a challenge that was __________ to conquer.

• a) easy

• b) difficult

• c) temporary

• d) insignificant

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The comedian's irreverent jokes about serious topics offended some audience members, revealing a lack of __________ for tradition or authority.

• a) respect

• b) knowledge

• c) appreciation

• d) concern

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

She remained irresolute in her decision-making, unable to commit to a course of action, indicating a lack of __________.

• a) determination

• b) hesitation

• c) flexibility

• d) clarity

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The diplomat was circumspect in his statements, choosing his words carefully and showing a(n) __________ approach to diplomacy.

• a) cautious

• b) reckless

• c) enthusiastic

• d) aggressive

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Instead of taking a direct route, they opted for a circuitous path through the forest, indicating a(n) __________ journey.

• a) straight

• b) indirect

• c) difficult

• d) speedy

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

To _____________ the bureaucratic red tape, they found a loophole in the system, allowing them to bypass the usual procedures.

• a. circumvent

• b) navigate

• c) adhere to

• d. reinforce

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4