5. The general remained ____________, scanning every detail before authorizing an attack. A) magnanimous B) circumspect C) ambivalent D) vociferous

23. The logophile delighted in words, whereas the bibliophile loved ____________. A) conversation B) writing C) books D) learning

7. The scientist’s discovery was lauded as a ____________ in modern medicine. A) metamorphosis B) chronometer C) magnate D) milestone

13. The circumventive strategy allowed the hackers to ____________ new security measures. A) comply with B) bypass cleverly C) strengthen D) document

16. The politician’s vociferous outbursts were seen as an attempt to ____________ public opinion. A) suppress B) manipulate C) charm D) silence

15. Ancient Greek philosophy often sought to balance pathos with logos—that is, ____________ with logic. A) passion B) truth C) speech D) faith

17. His antipathy toward authority made him ____________ to following orders. A) amenable B) hostile C) neutral D) indifferent

3. The CEO’s ____________ attitude toward criticism revealed her belief that she was beyond reproach. A) complacent B) complaisant C) circumspect D) placid

12. Though usually tranquil, his placid demeanor could quickly turn to ____________ when provoked. A) equanimity B) dissonance C) volatility D) complacency

4. The artist’s amorphous designs were admired for their ____________. A) geometric precision B) formless fluidity C) classical symmetry D) rigid structure

21. Because the event was transitory, its influence was ____________. A) fleeting B) permanent C) monumental D) recurrent

14. Her ambiguous apology was so ____________ that no one knew if she was truly sorry. A) sincere B) contrite C) equivocal D) unequivocal

2. Her argument was so ____________ that no one could tell which side she supported. A) equivocal B) benevolent C) unanimous D) transparent