AVID Vocabulary 2

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of "profligate" behavior?

• A person who saves money for emergencies.

• A person who spends all their savings on luxury items without considering future needs.

• A person who donates to charity regularly.

• A person who carefully plans their monthly budget.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the primary difference between "eloquent" and "taciturn"?

• Eloquent refers to being silent, while taciturn refers to being expressive.

• Eloquent refers to being well-spoken, while taciturn refers to being silent.

• Eloquent refers to being narrow-minded, while taciturn refers to being open-minded.

• Eloquent refers to being quarrelsome, while taciturn refers to being peaceful.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Analyze the following statement: "The manager's decision to embellish the report was both strategic and necessary." What does this imply about the manager's actions?

• The manager added unnecessary details to the report.

• The manager improved the report by adding important details.

• The manager ignored the report completely.

• The manager removed crucial information from the report.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Which word best describes a person who is "oblivious" to their surroundings?

• Aware

• Attentive

• Unaware

• Observant

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Consider a situation where two colleagues have a "contentious" relationship. What might this look like in a workplace setting?

• They work together harmoniously and agree on most issues.

• They frequently argue and disagree on work-related matters.

• They avoid each other and do not communicate.

• They collaborate effectively and support each other's ideas.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean to "corroborate" a statement?

• To contradict it with evidence.

• To support it with evidence.

• To ignore it completely.

• To embellish it with unnecessary details.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

If a person is described as "ambivalent" about a decision, what does this suggest about their feelings?

• They are certain and confident about the decision.

• They have mixed feelings and are unsure about the decision.

• They are indifferent and do not care about the decision.

• They are strongly opposed to the decision.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Evaluate the following scenario: A company is criticized for its "ostentatious" advertising campaign. What might be a reason for this criticism?

• The campaign was understated and simple.

• The campaign was excessively showy and pretentious.

• The campaign was informative and educational.

• The campaign was dull and uninspired.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "refute" in the context of a debate?

• To agree with an argument.

• To prove an argument incorrect.

• To ignore an argument.

• To embellish an argument with details.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

In what situation might someone "lament" a decision they made?

• When they are proud of the decision.

• When they regret the decision.

• When they are indifferent to the decision.

• When they are unaware of the decision's impact.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4