Advanced English Vocabulary Quiz (Lifestyle And Well-Being) 2

What does the term "pecking order" refer to?

• A type of bird-feeding habit

• A social hierarchy where individuals know their ranks

• An order of tasks to be completed

• A way of organizing books on a shelf

Which of the following best describes someone who is "shrewd"?

• Indecisive and hesitant

• Good at understanding and making advantageous decisions

• Easily annoyed and frustrated

• Ignorant of financial matters

What does it mean if someone is described as "obstinate"?

• Flexible and open to new ideas

• Stubborn and unwilling to change

• Easily influenced by others

• Quick to change their opinions

Which characteristic is associated with being "placid"?

• Easily excited and agitated

• Calm and not easily annoyed

• Frequently angry and upset

• Energetic and hyperactive

What does it mean "to pull some strings"?

• To play a musical instrument

• To use one's influence to achieve something

• To start a new hobby

• To cut ties with someone

When someone "has a field day," what are they doing?

• Playing sports outdoors

• Taking advantage of a situation for personal benefit at the expense of others

• Working in agriculture

• Resting and relaxing

If you are "privy to" certain information, what does that mean?

• You have no knowledge of it

• You are publicly discussing it

• You have access to secret or confidential information

• You are ignoring it

When something is "on the back burner," what does it mean?

• It is a top priority

• It is being dealt with immediately

• It is a low priority and not currently being addressed

• It is completely forgotten

What does a "cushy" job imply?

• A job that is very difficult and demanding

• A job that is very easy and requires little effort

• A job that involves a lot of travel

• A job with no benefits

What does it mean "to get one’s foot in the door"?

• To lock someone out

• To enter a company at a low level with future opportunities

• To finish a task quickly

• To close a business deal