Everyone admires Mrs. Greer's devotion to her job.

• optimism

• respect

• dedication

• good will

The man with the flat tire was effusive in thanking us when we stopped to help. 

• Very Annoying

• Polite

• Overly emotional

• Calm

A warm fire in the fireplace makes a room cozy and hospitable. 

• like a hospital

• welcoming

• overheated

• majestic

Leo wasn't certain about the propriety of wearing shorts to a party.

• wisdom

• appropriateness

• habit

• misunderstanding

The allure of the spring sunshine made it difficult to pay attention in class.

• attraction

• glare

• distraction

• rarity

Indifferent about his appearance, Jon dressed everyday in an old T-shirt and torn jeans. 

• worried

• ill at ease

• proud

• not caring

A smile and cordial handshake helped me feel at ease when I met my new boss. 

• quick

• friendly

• firm

• eager

Dogs that bark and growl when I walk by are really irksome. 

• welcoming

• shocking

• frightening

• annoying

After training for months, Hiro was jubilant when he won the big race. 

• amazed

• joyful

• boastful

• realistic

Dad was ____ with the salesman who called and interrupted our dinner. 

• jubilant

• brusque

• refined

• effusive