1. The explorer was (a)   as she ventured into the unknown territory without fear.

1. There was a sense of (a)   in his actions, as he seemed to wish harm upon others.

1. She constantly worried about trivial matters, showing signs of being overly (a)   .

1. The accountant was quick to (a)   the missing funds to a clerical error.

1. His daily routine was filled with (a)   activities that lacked excitement.

Lila’s friends often (a)   her success in school to her sharp intelligence and relentless work ethic, but she secretly wished they’d notice how much she struggled with her (b)   tendencies. While she appeared calm and confident, she spent hours overthinking even the most ​ (c)   tasks, like choosing a topic for an essay or organizing her locker. Despite this, her (d)   spirit always pushed her to face challenges head-on, whether it was giving a speech in front of the class or leading a group project. However, she couldn’t ignore the (e)   of some classmates who whispered unkind comments behind her back, trying to undermine her .