Benjamin noticed that the old bookshelf was starting to wobble. To prevent it from collapsing, he decided to add extra support to make it stronger. Which word best describes what Benjamin did to the bookshelf?

After a stressful day at work, Aria talks to her friend about her feelings and feels much better afterwards. What is the process of releasing to get relief called?

At a team meeting, Aria noticed her manager's kind demeanor. She always greets everyone with a smile and listens patiently to their ideas. What does demeanor mean?

Anika accidentally wrote the wrong date on an important document. She wants to "expunge" the mistake before submitting it. What does "expunge" mean?

Nora walked into the art gallery and was so moved by the beauty of the paintings that she felt completely overwhelmed by emotion. Which word best describes what happened to Nora?

Charlotte told a joke that made no sense and everyone thought it was inane. What does "inane" mean?

Lily walked into a room filled with objects that seemed to be "shining; glowing" in the dim light. Which word best describes these objects?

During a group project, Luna noticed that one of her classmates seemed to be malevolent towards others. What does "malevolent" mean?

Zoe discovered that someone at work had set up a machination to take credit for her project. What does machination mean?

During a boxing match, Aiden managed to pummel his opponent in the final round. What does "pummel" mean?

Isla has a garden where her tomato plants produce a huge number of tomatoes every season. Which word best describes her garden's ability to produce so much fruit?

During a press conference, Hannah realized she had made an incorrect statement earlier. What does it mean if Hannah decides to "recant" her previous statement?

During a school meeting, Anika stood up to remonstrate against the new uniform policy. What does "remonstrate" mean?

James bought a table online, but when it arrived, it was wobbly and the paint was peeling off. Which word best describes the table?

Jackson noticed that the pond behind his house was stagnant. The water looked the same every day, with no ripples or signs of life. What does "stagnant" mean?

Ava was trying to solve a difficult puzzle, but every time she thought she was close, a new challenge would stymie her progress. What does "stymie" mean?

During music class, Anika asks the teacher, "What is the meaning of 'tempo'?"

Abigail needed to traverse a dense forest to reach her friend's house. What does "traverse" mean in this context?

Anika forgot her umbrella on a rainy day and had to walk home without any protection. She was more likely to get wet and catch a cold. In this situation, what does it mean to be "vulnerable"?