In its analogy of beauty versus ugliness, the song was __________________ , teaching a lesson on self-image while entertaining with a great beat and catchy lyrics.

When I am feeling stressed and overwhelmed, my favorite __________________ is the library where I am surrounded by the silence of books.

The foreign exchange student in the class was confused by the teachers use of a(n) ______________ during a lecture, not understanding that “fell off a truck” meant “stolen.”

Charlie’s ____________________ comments during the discussion about human reproduction made a couple of his classmates snicker but made his teacher upset.

Africa is a continent plagued by __________________ as monies to end hunger often go in the hands of rich kings.

The regional manager was planning to hire a(n) __________________ of well-trained sales people to head up the sales division in the company’s newest market.

The final product is the result of hard work and __________________ collaborations among project members.

The word __________________ is derived from a Greek term meaning “good speech.”

The word __________________ stems from the Latin word meaning “a square,” and “framework.”

Synonyms of the word ______________________ include surroundings and setting.

Synonyms of the word ______________________ include jolly, merry, and mirthful.

Synonyms of the word ______________________ include abuse, rail, and vituperate

Synonyms of the word ______________________ include juvenile and immature

Synonyms of the word ______________________ include conspicuous, obvious, and striking.