Tim's Teachers Vocabulary Mastery - Chapter 6

Section 1 Learn the Words

Word	Part of speech	Definition	Chinese	Example
abrasive	adjective	harsh, rude, or irritating in manner or behavior	粗鲁的；令人不快的	His abrasive tone made a reasonable suggestion sound like an insult.
benevolent	adjective	kind and generous, especially toward people in need	仁慈的；慈善的	A benevolent donor quietly paid for new library books at the community center.
capricious	adjective	changing suddenly and unpredictably, often for no clear reason	反复无常的；任性的	The capricious weather shifted from sunshine to hail within an hour.
circumspect	adjective	careful to consider possible risks before acting or speaking	谨慎的；慎重的	The reporter was circumspect when discussing a claim that had not yet been verified.
clandestine	adjective	kept secret because it is improper, illegal, or meant to be hidden	秘密的；暗中的	The students discovered that the club had been holding clandestine meetings after the building closed.
condescending	adjective	showing that one believes oneself superior to others	居高临下的；傲慢的	Her condescending explanation made the experienced volunteers feel as if they were children.
conjecture	noun	a conclusion or guess based on incomplete evidence	推测；猜想	Without the missing records, the historian's explanation remained a conjecture.
contemptuous	adjective	showing strong disrespect or scorn	轻蔑的；鄙视的	He gave a contemptuous laugh when his opponent began speaking.
disdain	noun	a feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect	鄙视；轻蔑	She spoke about the dishonest practice with obvious disdain.
eccentric	adjective	unconventional and noticeably different from what is considered normal	古怪的；异乎寻常的	The eccentric inventor wore mismatched shoes and kept notes on scraps of cardboard.
enigmatic	adjective	mysterious and difficult to understand or explain	神秘的；难以理解的	The final line of the poem remained enigmatic even after several readings.
fervent	adjective	showing strong and sincere enthusiasm or emotion	热烈的；热诚的	The speaker made a fervent appeal for the town to protect its wetlands.
forthright	adjective	direct, honest, and straightforward in speech or behavior	直率的；坦诚的	Her forthright response admitted the mistake instead of trying to hide it.
hackneyed	adjective	overused so often that it has become dull or unoriginal	陈腐的；老套的	The editor removed several hackneyed phrases that made the essay sound predictable.
incongruous	adjective	not fitting together naturally or seeming out of place	不协调的；不合适的	The neon plastic chair looked incongruous in the formal historic room.
indolent	adjective	habitually lazy and avoiding effort	懒惰的；懒散的	The indolent student repeatedly avoided tasks that required sustained effort.
innocuous	adjective	harmless and not likely to cause damage or offense	无害的；无恶意的	The message seemed innocuous, so no one expected it to cause a problem.
intrepid	adjective	fearless and willing to face danger or difficulty	无畏的；勇敢的	The intrepid rescue team entered the flooded area despite the difficult conditions.
mundane	adjective	ordinary, routine, and lacking excitement or special interest	平凡的；日常的	Sorting old receipts was a mundane task, but it helped the team find the missing expense.
nonchalant	adjective	calm and unconcerned in a way that may seem surprisingly casual	若无其事的；漠不关心的	He appeared nonchalant before the final round, even though everyone else was nervous.
ostentatious	adjective	designed to attract attention or impress others by displaying wealth or importance	炫耀的；浮华的	The lobby's gold walls and enormous chandelier seemed unnecessarily ostentatious.
precocious	adjective	developing abilities or maturity earlier than is usual	早熟的；超前发展的	The precocious ten-year-old could discuss astronomy with high school students.
pretentious	adjective	trying to seem more important, intelligent, or impressive than one really is	自命不凡的；炫耀的	The review sounded pretentious because it used complicated terms to describe very simple ideas.
prolific	adjective	producing many works, results, or offspring	多产的；丰富的	The prolific author published more than forty novels during her career.
reticent	adjective	unwilling to speak freely about one's thoughts or feelings	沉默寡言的；不愿透露的	Although friendly in class, Elena was reticent about discussing her family.
reverent	adjective	showing deep respect or admiration	恭敬的；虔敬的	The visitors became quiet and reverent as they entered the memorial.
sagacious	adjective	showing wise judgment and good understanding	睿智的；有远见的	The sagacious coach knew when to challenge the team and when to let the players rest.
succinct	adjective	expressed clearly and briefly without unnecessary words	简洁的；言简意赅的	His succinct explanation answered the question in only two clear sentences.
turbulent	adjective	marked by disorder, conflict, rapid change, or violent movement	动荡的；混乱的	The country experienced a turbulent decade of protests, reforms, and leadership changes.
vindictive	adjective	having a strong desire to punish someone for a real or imagined wrong	报复心强的；怀恨的	Her vindictive response focused on revenge rather than solving the original disagreement.

Section 2 Immediate Retrieval

#	Prompt	Answer	Scores as	Box
1	What word describes strong and sincere enthusiasm or emotion?	fervent	fervent	-
2	What word describes speech that is direct, honest, and straightforward?	forthright	forthright	-
3	What word means a feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect?	disdain	disdain	-
4	What word describes someone who carefully considers risks before acting or speaking?	circumspect	circumspect	-
5	What word describes a period marked by disorder, conflict, and rapid change?	turbulent	turbulent	-
6	What word describes someone fearless and willing to face danger or difficulty?	intrepid	intrepid	-
7	What word describes behavior intended to make someone seem more important or sophisticated than they really are?	pretentious	pretentious	-
8	What word describes someone who appears calmly unconcerned in a surprisingly casual way?	nonchalant	nonchalant	-
9	What word describes someone or something noticeably unconventional or unusual?	eccentric	eccentric	-
10	What word describes an explanation that is clear and brief without unnecessary words?	succinct	succinct	-
11	What word describes an attitude that shows strong disrespect or scorn?	contemptuous	contemptuous	-
12	What word describes an activity deliberately kept secret because it is not meant to be discovered?	clandestine	clandestine	-
13	What word describes something harmless and unlikely to cause damage or offense?	innocuous	innocuous	-
14	What word describes someone unwilling to speak freely about personal thoughts or feelings?	reticent	reticent	-
15	What word describes something deliberately showy and designed to impress others?	ostentatious	ostentatious	-
16	What word describes someone who habitually avoids effort because of laziness?	indolent	indolent	-
17	What word describes an expression that has been overused until it seems dull or unoriginal?	hackneyed	hackneyed	-
18	What word means a conclusion or guess made from incomplete evidence?	conjecture	conjecture	-
19	What word describes something ordinary, routine, and lacking excitement?	mundane	mundane	-
20	What word describes a child who develops abilities or maturity unusually early?	precocious	precocious	-
21	What word describes someone who strongly wants revenge for a real or imagined wrong?	vindictive	vindictive	-
22	What word describes a manner that treats other people as if they are less capable or important?	condescending	condescending	-
23	What word describes someone who shows wise judgment and strong understanding?	sagacious	sagacious	-
24	What word describes behavior that shows deep respect or admiration?	reverent	reverent	-
25	What word describes someone who produces a large amount of work?	prolific	prolific	-
26	What word describes something that seems out of place because it does not fit its surroundings?	incongruous	incongruous	-
27	What word describes behavior that changes suddenly and unpredictably without a clear reason?	capricious	capricious	-
28	What word describes something mysterious and difficult to understand?	enigmatic	enigmatic	-
29	What word describes a manner that is harsh and irritating to other people?	abrasive	abrasive	-
30	What word describes someone who is kind and generous toward people in need?	benevolent	benevolent	-

Section 3 Review from Earlier Chapters

#	Prompt	Answer	Scores as	Box
1	The store offered a refund to ______ customers who were angry about the delay.	appease	appease	-
2	Which earlier word best completes the sentence? TL reward TR appoint BL praise BR censure	censure	censure	BR
3	The manager spoke honestly and directly. Which earlier vocabulary word fits?	candid	candid	-
4	The new counselor's ______ manner made nervous students feel comfortable immediately.	affable	affable	-
5	Which earlier word best completes the sentence? TL reward TR consult BL admonish BR praise	admonish	admonish	BL
6	The students publicly supported a proposed change. Which earlier vocabulary word fits?	advocate	advocate	-
7	Maya felt ______ while waiting to hear whether she had made the team.	apprehensive	apprehensive	-
8	Which earlier word best completes the sentence? TL ignore TR bolster BL replace BR weaken	bolster	bolster	TR
9	The storm became less severe. Which earlier vocabulary word fits?	abate	abate	-
10	Even after several requests, the principal remained ______ that the rule would not change.	adamant	adamant	-
11	Which earlier word best completes the sentence? TL articulate TR hesitant BL rambling BR vague	articulate	articulate	TL
12	The group reluctantly accepted the decision without further protest. Which earlier vocabulary word fits?	acquiesce	acquiesce	-

Correct-answer positions: TL 1 / TR 1 / BL 1 / BR 1

Section 4 Context Practice

#	Prompt	Answer	Scores as	Box
1	Her ______ answer admitted exactly what had happened without excuses or evasions. TL articulate TR affable BL assertive BR forthright	forthright	forthright	BR
2	His ______ plan was designed to punish a former friend long after the original argument had ended. TL vindictive TR resentful BL indignant BR contentious	vindictive	vindictive	TL
3	The instructor's ______ tone suggested that the adult learners could not understand even simple ideas. TL condescending TR dismissive BL forthright BR abrasive	condescending	condescending	TL
4	Without direct evidence, the historian's explanation remained only ______. TL hypothesis TR conjecture BL articulate BR assumption	conjecture	conjecture	TR
5	Although usually sociable, Marcus was ______ when anyone asked about his private worries. TL taciturn TR apprehensive BL reticent BR reclusive	reticent	reticent	BL
6	The manager's ______ decisions changed from day to day depending on his mood. TL orthodox TR adamant BL censure BR capricious	capricious	capricious	BR
7	The group held ______ meetings after hours so that school officials would not discover its prohibited activities. TL restricted TR clandestine BL private BR confidential	clandestine	clandestine	TR
8	The scientist was considered ______ because she kept unusual hours and filled her office with antique clocks. TL reclusive TR whimsical BL erratic BR eccentric	eccentric	eccentric	BR
9	He spoke with open ______ about the dishonest shortcut, making it clear that he had no respect for it. TL resentment TR animosity BL disdain BR skepticism	disdain	disdain	BL
10	The ______ climbers continued the rescue despite freezing wind and dangerous terrain. TL intrepid TR tenacious BL bolster BR audacious	intrepid	intrepid	TL
11	The mansion's marble fountains and gold-covered gates seemed deliberately ______. TL luxurious TR ornate BL ostentatious BR pretentious	ostentatious	ostentatious	BL
12	The ______ worker avoided every task that required sustained effort, even when he had plenty of energy. TL lethargic TR admonish BL complacent BR indolent	indolent	indolent	BR
13	The ______ adviser anticipated problems that no one else had noticed and recommended a practical solution. TL sagacious TR experienced BL cautious BR appease	sagacious	sagacious	TL
14	She sounded ______ about the interview, as if the outcome did not concern her at all. TL indifferent TR nonchalant BL complacent BR stoic	nonchalant	nonchalant	TR
15	Their appeal was ______ and urged the school to preserve the old theater. TL adamant TR diligent BL indignant BR fervent	fervent	fervent	BR
16	The ______ researcher published dozens of influential papers during a single decade. TL consistent TR diligent BL prolific BR creative	prolific	prolific	BL
17	Her ______ response answered the question clearly in only three sentences. TL direct TR succinct BL articulate BR superficial	succinct	succinct	TR
18	The comment seemed ______ and caused no offense or harm. TL innocuous TR minor BL superficial BR ordinary	innocuous	innocuous	TL

Correct-answer positions: TL 5 / TR 4 / BL 4 / BR 5

Section 5 Semantic Discrimination

#	Prompt	Answer	Scores as	Box
1	A giant inflatable flamingo sits in the middle of a formal museum gallery and clearly does not fit the setting. Which word fits most precisely? TL eccentric TR eclectic BL conspicuous BR incongruous	incongruous	incongruous	BR
2	A competitor sneers and acts as though the opposing team is beneath respect. Which word fits most precisely? TL contemptuous TR dismissive BL articulate BR hostile	contemptuous	contemptuous	TL
3	A wealthy neighbor quietly funds meals for struggling families without seeking attention. Which word fits most precisely? TL affable TR bolster BL benevolent BR magnanimous	benevolent	benevolent	BL
4	A speaker fills a simple explanation with unnecessary academic terms mainly to sound more sophisticated. Which word fits most precisely? TL superficial TR pretentious BL articulate BR formal	pretentious	pretentious	TR
5	A task consists of entering routine data into the same form every afternoon. Which word fits most precisely? TL mundane TR trivial BL adamant BR conventional	mundane	mundane	TL
6	Before commenting on a sensitive issue, a spokesperson carefully considers what could go wrong if the statement is misunderstood. Which word fits most precisely? TL reserved TR reticent BL methodical BR circumspect	circumspect	circumspect	BR
7	A note contains clues but remains mysterious even after careful analysis. Which word fits most precisely? TL obscure TR ambiguous BL enigmatic BR subtle	enigmatic	enigmatic	BL
8	A manager's comments are not dishonest, but the harsh and irritating way he speaks makes coworkers avoid him. Which word fits most precisely? TL condescending TR abrasive BL forthright BR blunt	abrasive	abrasive	TR
9	A slogan has appeared in so many advertisements that it now sounds stale and unoriginal. Which word fits most precisely? TL superficial TR conventional BL orthodox BR hackneyed	hackneyed	hackneyed	BR
10	A decade includes protests, government changes, economic crises, and repeated social conflict. Which word fits most precisely? TL volatile TR contentious BL turbulent BR abate	turbulent	turbulent	BL
11	Visitors lower their voices and behave with deep respect at a national memorial. Which word fits most precisely? TL solemn TR reverent BL deferential BR sentimental	reverent	reverent	TR
12	An eight-year-old writes music at a level normally expected from much older students. Which word fits most precisely? TL precocious TR candid BL articulate BR talented	precocious	precocious	TL

Correct-answer positions: TL 3 / TR 3 / BL 3 / BR 3

Section 6 Synonyms

#	Prompt	Answer	Scores as	Box	Notes
S1	INDOLENT: TL active TR industrious BL diligent BR lazy	lazy	indolent	BR	Diligent is the strongest trap because indolent people habitually avoid effort.
S2	ECCENTRIC: TL ordinary TR unconventional BL standard BR typical	unconventional	eccentric	TR	Orthodox is the strongest trap because eccentric behavior departs from conventional norms.
S3	REVERENT: TL mocking TR contemptuous BL irreverent BR respectful	respectful	reverent	BR	Contemptuous is the strongest trap because reverence is the opposite of scorn.
S4	CIRCUMSPECT: TL cautious TR careless BL impulsive BR reckless	cautious	circumspect	TL	Impulsive is the strongest trap because circumspect behavior considers risks before acting.
S5	PRECOCIOUS: TL delayed TR advanced BL ordinary BR immature	advanced	precocious	TR	Immature is the strongest trap because precocious development occurs earlier than expected.
S6	CONJECTURE: TL fact TR certainty BL speculation BR proof	speculation	conjecture	BL	Fact is the strongest trap because conjecture is based on incomplete evidence rather than established truth.
S7	FERVENT: TL passionate TR apathetic BL cool BR indifferent	passionate	fervent	TL	Apathetic is the strongest trap because fervent people show intense emotion or enthusiasm.
S8	OSTENTATIOUS: TL modest TR plain BL showy BR subtle	showy	ostentatious	BL	Subtle is the strongest trap because ostentatious displays are designed to attract attention.
S9	PROLIFIC: TL barren TR idle BL scarce BR productive	productive	prolific	BR	Idle is the strongest trap because prolific people produce a large amount of work.
S10	CONTEMPTUOUS: TL respectful TR scornful BL admiring BR grateful	scornful	contemptuous	TR	Reverent is the strongest trap because it expresses deep respect rather than contempt.
S11	CONDESCENDING: TL humble TR respectful BL patronizing BR deferential	patronizing	condescending	BL	Deferential is the strongest trap because it shows respect rather than superiority.
S12	DISDAIN: TL admiration TR scorn BL respect BR approval	scorn	disdain	TR	Respect is the strongest trap because disdain means regarding something as unworthy of respect.
S13	CAPRICIOUS: TL fickle TR reliable BL steady BR deliberate	fickle	capricious	TL	Deliberate is tempting because both describe decision-making, but capricious choices are unpredictable rather than carefully planned.
S14	ABRASIVE: TL pleasant TR gentle BL reserved BR harsh	harsh	abrasive	BR	Reserved is tempting because both can describe manner, but abrasive means irritatingly harsh.
S15	PRETENTIOUS: TL sincere TR genuine BL affected BR modest	affected	pretentious	BL	Genuine is the strongest trap because pretentious behavior creates an exaggerated impression.
S16	MUNDANE: TL remarkable TR exceptional BL exciting BR ordinary	ordinary	mundane	BR	Exceptional is the strongest trap because mundane things are routine rather than special.
S17	BENEVOLENT: TL hostile TR charitable BL formal BR selfish	charitable	benevolent	TR	Formal is tempting because donors may act through institutions, but benevolent means kind and generous.
S18	RETICENT: TL reserved TR open BL talkative BR forthcoming	reserved	reticent	TL	Forthcoming is the strongest trap because reticent people are unwilling to share freely.
S19	INTREPID: TL anxious TR timid BL hesitant BR fearless	fearless	intrepid	BR	Timid is the strongest trap because intrepid people willingly face danger.
S20	SUCCINCT: TL verbose TR brief BL lengthy BR rambling	brief	succinct	TR	Verbose is the strongest trap because succinct expression avoids unnecessary words.
S21	FORTHRIGHT: TL direct TR vague BL evasive BR guarded	direct	forthright	TL	Evasive is the strongest trap because forthright speech does not avoid the issue.
S22	CLANDESTINE: TL open TR public BL secret BR official	secret	clandestine	BL	Official is tempting because secret activities may involve organizations, but clandestine means deliberately hidden.
S23	INCONGRUOUS: TL incompatible TR harmonious BL fitting BR suitable	incompatible	incongruous	TL	Fitting is the strongest trap because incongruous things do not suit their surroundings.
S24	ENIGMATIC: TL plain TR explicit BL mysterious BR obvious	mysterious	enigmatic	BL	Explicit is the strongest trap because enigmatic things resist clear explanation.
S25	VINDICTIVE: TL generous TR magnanimous BL forgiving BR spiteful	spiteful	vindictive	BR	Magnanimous is the strongest trap because vindictive people seek revenge instead of forgiving.
S26	NONCHALANT: TL worried TR unconcerned BL anxious BR agitated	unconcerned	nonchalant	TR	Apprehensive is the strongest trap because nonchalant behavior appears free of worry.
S27	TURBULENT: TL peaceful TR orderly BL chaotic BR stable	chaotic	turbulent	BL	Stable is the strongest trap because turbulent periods involve disorder and rapid change.
S28	SAGACIOUS: TL naive TR reckless BL foolish BR wise	wise	sagacious	BR	Naive is the strongest trap because sagacious judgment reflects understanding rather than inexperience.
S29	HACKNEYED: TL stale TR fresh BL original BR novel	stale	hackneyed	TL	Original is the strongest trap because hackneyed expressions have lost originality through overuse.
S30	INNOCUOUS: TL harmful TR harmless BL dangerous BR offensive	harmless	innocuous	TR	Harmful is the strongest trap because innocuous things are unlikely to cause damage.

Correct-answer positions: TL 7 / TR 8 / BL 7 / BR 8

Section 7 Cumulative Reading

The Enigmatic Inventor — target words used in the passage: eccentric, prolific, reclusive, enigmatic, hackneyed, circumspect, conjecture, forthright, abrasive, benevolent, clandestine, reticent, succinct, intrepid, poignant, mundane, sagacious

Section 8 Reading & Application

#	Prompt	Answer	Box	Notes
1	Why did the teacher urge the class to be circumspect when researching Elias Venn? TL Some popular accounts mixed established facts with unsupported guesses. TR The teacher wanted the class to finish the project as quickly as possible. BL The teacher wanted students to avoid the historical society. BR The teacher believed all of Venn's inventions were dangerous.	Some popular accounts mixed established facts with unsupported guesses.	TL	Passage: “Their teacher urged them to be circumspect because several popular accounts mixed fact with conjecture.”
2	How did the assistant's letters change the students' understanding of Venn? TL They showed that Venn's assistant had invented the stories about him. TR They proved that Venn had never built any useful machines. BL They showed that Venn could be difficult in manner while also acting generously toward people in need. BR They revealed that every newspaper account about Venn was accurate.	They showed that Venn could be difficult in manner while also acting generously toward people in need.	BL	Passage: “The assistant was surprisingly forthright about Venn's difficult personality, describing his manner as abrasive but also praising his benevolent habit of repairing farm equipment for families who could not afford help.”
3	Why did the students find the flood journal entry especially important? TL It proved that Venn had caused the flood through an experiment. TR It explained how Venn's storm-prediction machine worked. BL It showed that the archivist had hidden documents from the public. BR It revealed courageous behavior that challenged the colder image found in earlier accounts.	It revealed courageous behavior that challenged the colder image found in earlier accounts.	BR	Passage: “The students found the account poignant because it contrasted sharply with the cold image presented in earlier newspapers.”
4	What principle guided the class when it created the final exhibit?	The students separated claims supported by evidence from ideas that remained uncertain or speculative.	-	Passage: “Their most sagacious decision was to separate what the evidence could establish from what remained speculation.” Model response: The students separated claims supported by evidence from ideas that remained uncertain or speculative.
5	Describe a situation in which someone should be circumspect before accepting a conjecture.	A student should be circumspect before believing a rumor about a classmate because the story may be only conjecture without reliable evidence.	-	Model response: A student should be circumspect before believing a rumor about a classmate because the story may be only conjecture without reliable evidence.
6	Explain how someone can be forthright without becoming abrasive.	A person can state a disagreement honestly and directly while still using respectful language and a calm tone.	-	Model response: A person can state a disagreement honestly and directly while still using respectful language and a calm tone.
7	Describe how a sagacious person might respond differently from a vindictive person after being treated unfairly.	A sagacious person would consider the long-term consequences and seek a fair solution, while a vindictive person might focus on revenge.	-	Model response: A sagacious person would consider the long-term consequences and seek a fair solution, while a vindictive person might focus on revenge.

Correct-answer positions: TL 1 / TR 0 / BL 1 / BR 1

Section 9 Final Retrieval

#	Prompt	Answer	Scores as	Box
1	Someone remains focused on punishing another person long after a disagreement. Which lesson word fits?	vindictive	vindictive	-
2	Someone has harmless but highly unconventional habits that make the person stand out. Which lesson word fits?	eccentric	eccentric	-
3	A child shows advanced ability much earlier than is usual. Which lesson word fits?	precocious	precocious	-
4	A person feels that a dishonest practice is beneath respect. Which lesson word fits?	disdain	disdain	-
5	An explanation states the essential idea clearly with very few words. Which lesson word fits?	succinct	succinct	-
6	A person's words are not dishonest, but the harsh manner irritates everyone nearby. Which lesson word fits?	abrasive	abrasive	-
7	A period is filled with conflict, disorder, and rapid change. Which lesson word fits?	turbulent	turbulent	-
8	Visitors behave with deep respect at a memorial. Which lesson word fits?	reverent	reverent	-
9	A display is deliberately showy and designed to impress others with wealth or importance. Which lesson word fits?	ostentatious	ostentatious	-
10	A sociable person becomes unwilling to discuss private thoughts or feelings. Which lesson word fits?	reticent	reticent	-
11	An adviser gives unusually wise judgment based on deep understanding. Which lesson word fits?	sagacious	sagacious	-
12	A leader changes decisions suddenly according to mood rather than a consistent rule. Which lesson word fits?	capricious	capricious	-
13	An object clearly looks out of place in its surroundings. Which lesson word fits?	incongruous	incongruous	-
14	Someone carefully considers possible risks before making a public statement. Which lesson word fits?	circumspect	circumspect	-
15	A task is routine, ordinary, and not especially interesting. Which lesson word fits?	mundane	mundane	-
16	A message remains mysterious even after careful study. Which lesson word fits?	enigmatic	enigmatic	-
17	A witness gives a direct and honest answer to an uncomfortable question. Which lesson word fits?	forthright	forthright	-
18	Someone openly shows scorn and treats another person as beneath respect. Which lesson word fits?	contemptuous	contemptuous	-
19	A phrase has been repeated so often that it now sounds stale and unoriginal. Which lesson word fits?	hackneyed	hackneyed	-
20	Someone quietly uses personal resources to help families in need. Which lesson word fits?	benevolent	benevolent	-
21	A rescue worker willingly enters a dangerous area to help others. Which lesson word fits?	intrepid	intrepid	-
22	A speaker expresses intense and sincere support for a cause. Which lesson word fits?	fervent	fervent	-
23	Someone repeatedly avoids work because of habitual laziness. Which lesson word fits?	indolent	indolent	-
24	Someone appears surprisingly calm and unconcerned before an important event. Which lesson word fits?	nonchalant	nonchalant	-
25	Someone uses unnecessary sophistication mainly to seem more impressive. Which lesson word fits?	pretentious	pretentious	-
26	A writer or researcher produces an unusually large amount of work. Which lesson word fits?	prolific	prolific	-
27	A remark causes no harm or offense. Which lesson word fits?	innocuous	innocuous	-
28	A proposed explanation is based on incomplete evidence and has not been proved. Which lesson word fits?	conjecture	conjecture	-
29	An activity is deliberately hidden because the participants do not want authorities to discover it. Which lesson word fits?	clandestine	clandestine	-
30	A speaker talks to capable adults as though they are inferior or unintelligent. Which lesson word fits?	condescending	condescending	-