PRACTICE TEST 14.7 Vocabulary and Language Skills Quiz

After months of speculation, the company finally decided to __________ its controversial merger plans.

The team captain encouraged us to __________ our socks and give it one final push before the match.

The professor's lecture was full of __________ arguments that confused rather than enlightened the audience.

The candidate's speech was a masterclass in political __________, cleverly avoiding any concrete promises.

The new intern showed great __________, quickly adapting to the high-pressure environment of the newsroom.

When his proposal was rejected, he didn't argue - he simply __________ it on the chin and moved on.

The manager issued a stern warning, hoping to __________ any future breaches of protocol.

Her explanation was so __________ that even the most complex theories became accessible.

He regarded the awards ceremony as a mere __________, caring little for public recognition.

With a(n) __________ glance, she conveyed all her disapproval without saying a single word.