Vocabulary Quiz

Scenario: John has been described as 'Profligate' by his financial advisor. What does 'Profligate' mean in this context?

• Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action

• Overwhelm someone with things or people to be dealt with

• Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources

• Cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; surrender

Scenario: After realizing the harm his actions caused to his friend, John felt a deep sense of remorse. What term best describes John's feelings?

• A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

• Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentant

• Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others

• Cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; surrender

Imagine you're about to give a public speech for the first time. Which term best describes the feeling of fear or agitation you might experience before going on stage?

• Behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress

• A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

• Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources

• Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentant

In the context of environmental policy, what does the term "Vitiate" imply when referring to the impact of pollution on natural resources?

• Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for the environment

• Spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of natural habitats

• Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action regarding environmental conservation

• Not connected with religious or spiritual matters concerning nature

During a prolonged siege, when the defending city finally opens its gates to the attackers, what action is the city taking?

• Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources

• Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action

• Cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; surrender

• Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentant

In a corporate meeting, when a proposal is laughed at in a manner that shows contempt, what is this behavior called?

• Expressing contempt or ridicule

• Attractively lively and animated

• Express severe disapproval of someone or something, typically in a formal statement

• Having a large, bulky body; obese

In a corporate setting, how would you describe a manager who refuses to consider alternative strategies despite clear evidence that the current plan is failing?

• Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources

• Overwhelm someone with things or people to be dealt with

• Cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; surrender

• Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action

In a corporate setting, if an employee is often using overly complex vocabulary and convoluted explanations to appear more knowledgeable or superior, this behavior can be described as?

• Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentant

• A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

• Cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; surrender

• Behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress

During a severe storm, a city's emergency services are likely to be:

• Cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; surrender

• Overwhelm someone with things or people to be dealt with

• Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action

• Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources

What does the term "Vivacious" mean?

• Expressing contempt or ridicule

• Having a large, bulky body; obese

• Attractively lively and animated

• Spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of