Week 2 Vocabulary Practice

After the meeting, Sarah was criticized for her acquisitive behavior. What was she likely doing during the meeting?

• Sharing her ideas freely with everyone

• Complaining about other people's suggestions

• Pushing for more resources and benefits for herself

• Helping others reach a consensus

John’s tendency to belabor every point during discussions made him unpopular in the team. What was John's behavior likely like during discussions?

• He quickly agreed with others' points

• He carefully listened and rarely spoke

• He repeatedly argued his points even after they were accepted

• He ignored the topics being discussed

Despite having eaten a large meal, Anna’s insatiable appetite led her to continue snacking throughout the evening. What does this suggest about Anna?

• She was easily satisfied after her meal

• She only ate a small portion

• She felt full after her meal

• She was never fully satisfied, no matter how much she ate

The manager's invidious decision to promote one employee over others, without clear reasoning, caused tension in the office. What was the likely impact of the manager's decision?

• It brought the team closer together

• It was welcomed by all the employees

• It created resentment and jealousy among the employees

• It resulted in higher productivity among the employees

Jane’s carping remarks during the project review were not appreciated by her colleagues. What was Jane likely doing during the review?

• Offering constructive criticism

• Praising the team's efforts

• Finding minor faults and criticizing them in a petty way

• Encouraging everyone to improve their work