Vocabulary Challenge for Grade 12

What does 'strapped' mean in the context of being short on resources?

• Having limited resources or being short on funds.

• Being well-funded and supported

• Having an abundance of resources

• Having a surplus of materials

Which word refers to drinks or snacks provided at an event?

• beverages

• desserts

• refreshments

• appetizers

What does 'unrivalled' imply about a person's skills or achievements?

• It means the person has limited skills or achievements.

• It indicates the person is average in their skills.

• It implies that the person's skills or achievements are unmatched by anyone else.

• It suggests the person has some competition.

How would you define 'commitment' in a personal or professional context?

• Commitment is the ability to change one's mind easily.

• Commitment is a temporary agreement that can be revoked at any time.

• Commitment is the dedication and responsibility towards relationships, goals, or duties in personal and professional contexts.

• Commitment is solely about financial investments in a project.

What does it mean to 'integrate' different systems or ideas?

• To combine systems or ideas so they function together seamlessly.

• To analyze systems or ideas individually without connection.

• To replace one system or idea with another completely.

• To separate systems or ideas for better clarity.

What phrase describes significant progress or improvement?

• taking steps

• standing still

• making strides

• losing ground

What is a 'deposit' in the context of banking or transactions?

• A deposit is the act of placing money into a bank account.

• A deposit is a type of loan given to customers.

• A deposit is the withdrawal of money from an account.

• A deposit is a fee charged by the bank.

What action should you take to 'notify' someone about an important update?

• Call the person without any context.

• Ignore the update and wait for a meeting.

• Send a notification via email or messaging app.

• Post the update on social media.

What is a 'refund' and under what circumstances might you receive one?

• A refund is a bonus given for purchasing a product.

• A refund is the return of money for a product or service, typically due to dissatisfaction, defects, or cancellations.

• A refund is a discount applied to future purchases.

• You receive a refund when you buy a new product.

How would you describe 'qualitative' research compared to quantitative research?

• Qualitative research uses statistical methods to analyze data.

• Qualitative research explores subjective experiences and meanings, while quantitative research analyzes numerical data for statistical insights.

• Qualitative research is primarily concerned with measuring variables.

• Quantitative research focuses on personal narratives and interviews.