The employer was AGITATED by the strike action taken by the employees.

• disappointed

• perturbed

• saddened

• pestered

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

We have no sympathy for John because he has always been INSOLENT to his manager.

• indifferent

• unfriendly

• rude

• uncooperative

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The INDUSTRIOUS workers were compensated for their efforts in completing the project.

• reliable

• enthusiastic

• diligent

• essential

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Susan has always been ZEALOUS about her work and I am certain she will make good progress.

• busy

• pleased

• enthusiastic

• motivated

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

I am reluctant to tell you but I feel if you follow him the progress of work will be IMPEDED.

• unfinished

• hindered

• hastened

• gradual

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

The prisoner struck the guard with a LETHAL weapon which sent him reeling to the ground.

• deadly

• sharp

• powerful

• dangerous

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

10. On your journey, you may face ADVERSE conditions.

• unhealthy

• unfavourable

• friendly

• dangerous

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

The scientist's findings were met with SKEPTICISM by the public.

• doubt

• acceptance

• enthusiasm

• curiosity

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The teacher's explanation was so CLEAR that all the students understood the concept immediately.

• confusing

• obscure

• lucid

• ambiguous

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

14. The sudden increase in prices has caused widespread DISCONTENT among consumers.

• satisfaction

• happiness

• unrest

• approval

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4