"The Mission" Vocabulary Practice

Which sentence correctly uses the word "applicant"?

• The applicant was excited to start their new job.

• The applicant was mocking the other students.

• The applicant showed great empathy towards others.

• The applicant was feeling wistful about the past.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'The applicant was excited to start their new job.' because it appropriately describes a positive emotion related to a job opportunity, aligning with the role of an applicant.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the word "mocking" mean in the following sentence? "The students were mocking the teacher's accent."

• Praising

• Imitating in a mean way

• Ignoring

• Understanding

Answer explanation

In the sentence, "mocking" refers to imitating the teacher's accent in a way that is mean-spirited or derisive. This aligns with the choice "Imitating in a mean way," which captures the negative connotation of the action.

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Choose the sentence that best demonstrates the meaning of "empathy."

• She showed empathy by listening to her friend's problems.

• He was mocking his brother's new haircut.

• The room was immaculate after the cleaning.

• She walked gingerly on the icy path.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'She showed empathy by listening to her friend's problems,' illustrates empathy as it involves understanding and sharing the feelings of another, which is not demonstrated in the other options.

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Identify the correct usage of the word "immaculate."

• The immaculate room was spotless and tidy.

• He was feeling wistful about his childhood.

• The simulation was very realistic.

• She approached the situation with empathy.

Answer explanation

The word 'immaculate' means perfectly clean or free from flaws. The correct choice, 'The immaculate room was spotless and tidy,' accurately uses 'immaculate' to describe a room that is exceptionally clean.

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Which sentence uses the word "gingerly" correctly?

• She gingerly placed the fragile vase on the shelf.

• He was exuberant about his new job.

• The applicant was nervous during the interview.

• The mocking tone was hurtful.

Answer explanation

The word 'gingerly' means to do something with great care or caution. The sentence 'She gingerly placed the fragile vase on the shelf' correctly uses 'gingerly' to describe the careful action of placing a delicate item.

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What does "wistful" mean in the context of the following sentence? "She looked at the old photographs with a wistful expression."

• Angry

• Joyful

• Longing

• Confused

Answer explanation

In the sentence, 'wistful' conveys a sense of longing or nostalgia. The character's expression while looking at old photographs suggests she is reminiscing and feeling a deep, sentimental yearning for the past.

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Choose the sentence that best demonstrates the meaning of "dissipate."

• The fog began to dissipate as the sun rose.

• He was mocking his friend's new shoes.

• She showed empathy by helping her neighbor.

• The room was immaculate after the party.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, "The fog began to dissipate as the sun rose," illustrates the meaning of "dissipate" as it describes the fog gradually disappearing or dispersing with the rising sun.

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Identify the correct usage of the word "simulation."

• The simulation helped the pilots practice emergency procedures.

• She was feeling wistful about her high school days.

• He approached the task gingerly.

• The applicant was confident during the interview.

Answer explanation

The correct usage of "simulation" is in the sentence "The simulation helped the pilots practice emergency procedures," as it refers to a method of training that mimics real-life scenarios.

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Which sentence uses the word "exuberance" correctly?

• His exuberance was evident when he won the award.

• She gingerly stepped over the broken glass.

• The room was immaculate after the cleaning.

• He was mocking his friend's accent.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is "His exuberance was evident when he won the award." because "exuberance" means lively energy and excitement, which fits the context of winning an award.

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What is the meaning of "applicant" in the following sentence? "The applicant submitted their resume for the job opening."

• A person who applies for something

• A person who mocks others

• A person who shows empathy

• A person who is immaculate

Answer explanation

In the sentence, 'applicant' refers to 'a person who applies for something,' specifically for the job opening by submitting their resume. The other options do not relate to the context of applying for a job.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept