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1-3 HONORS ECPE

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  • The government offers a __________ to farmers to help them stay in business and ensure a stable food supply.
    prestige
    consultant
    subsidy
    controversy
  • We need to focus on the matter __________ and deal with other issues later.
    at hand
    kept at bay
    in jeopardy
    under the impression
  • The pilot warned passengers that we might experience some __________ during the flight and advised everyone to remain seated.
    rapport
    turbulence
    disparity
    friction
  • “Proliferation” refers to the rapid increase or spread of something.
    False
    True
  • “Hereditary” refers to traits or characteristics that are passed down from one generation to the next.
    False
    True
  • The diplomat worked hard to __________ a deal that would satisfy both countries and avoid conflict.
    infringe
    negotiate
    acquit
    proliferate
  • Which phrase describes a situation where something dangerous was narrowly avoided?
    A close call
    Deficiency
    Acquit
    Clot
  • His lack of experience could __________ his chances of getting the promotion he wants.
    keep at bay
    draw the line
    enhance
    jeopardize
  • The word commercial refers only to an advertisement shown on TV or other media.
    True
    False
  • Which word refers to the scientific study of crime scene evidence?
    Procedure
    Proliferation
    Deficiency
    Forensic science
  • The university's long history and groundbreaking research contribute to its international __________.
    recipient
    prestige
    subsidy
    consultant
  • Which word means “to take action to prevent something harmful from happening”?
    Imminent
    Acquit
    Preventative
    Conclusive
  • The pay __________ between junior and senior staff has become a major point of contention within the company.
    disparity
    fabric
    buoyancy
    proportionality
  • The nurse carefully followed the __________ for administering a blood transfusion to ensure the patient’s safety.
    procedure
    sanctuary
    transfusion
    famine
  • Which word means to address or deal with a problem or challenge?
    tackle
    acquit
    refrain
    discriminate
  • The manager decided it was time to __________ at the staff's unprofessional behavior and enforce the rules.
    keep at bay
    be taken aback
    be under the impression
    draw the line
  • Urban development is beginning to __________ on the natural habitats surrounding the city.
    encounter
    execute
    encroach
    confer
  • The new software is expected to greatly __________ the __________ of our administrative tasks.
    signify... buoyancy
    impede... accuracy
    repel... prestige
    enhance... efficiency
  • Which word refers to someone who commits a crime or wrongdoing?
    Clot
    Perpetrator
    Sanctuary
    Refugee
  • The __________ between the two colleagues was obvious they worked together effortlessly and with mutual respect.
    controversy
    rapport
    disparity
    friction
  • The architect was asked to __________ the new wing's design so it would __________ seamlessly with the original building.
    impede... confer
    execute... diversify
    repel... undergo
    enhance... overlap
  • The new security system is designed to __________ potential intruders and protect the property.
    foster
    propel
    encroach
    repel
  • The constant noise from the street __________ my ability to concentrate on my work.
    enhanced
    fostered
    repelled
    hindered
  • The detective was able to __________ the mystery using the latest technology and forensic science.
    tackle
    shed light on
    negotiate
    refrain
  • The company will have to __________ a significant restructuring to avoid bankruptcy.
    undergo
    impede
    confer
    attain
  • The expert witness’s testimony was __________ in helping the jury understand the complexity of the case.
    minuscule
    invaluable
    defective
    valid
  • The new manager's plan was to __________ a sense of teamwork and collaboration among the previously competitive departments.
    foster
    confer
    impede
    encounter
  • The bright red warning light __________ a critical system failure.
    undergoes
    attains
    diversifies
    signifies
  • The success of the vaccine has helped to __________ the spread of the disease __________.
    propel... at hand
    draw... the line
    keep... at bay
    be... taken aback
  • The fact that the artifact was found __________ in the ruins made it even more valuable to archaeologists.
    valid
    imminent
    intact
    defective
  • “Inconclusive” means that something provides clear and definitive results.
    True
    False
  • A famine refers to a shortage of food in a large geographic area often leading to starvation.
    True
    -
    False
    -
  • Which word means “something that is very small or insignificant”?
    minuscule
    valid
    imminent
    invaluable
  • Which word describes a proactive measure intended to stop something harmful from occurring?
    Procedure
    Imminent
    Invaluable
    Preventative
  • The award is given to individuals who have __________ the highest level of excellence in their field.
    repelled
    grappled with
    attained
    hindered
  • The scientist's research was __________ to the development of a new vaccine that could save millions of lives.
    imminent
    conclusive
    invaluable
    unethical
  • She was completely __________ when he abruptly announced his resignation.
    kept at bay
    drawn the line
    taken aback
    under the impression
  • The new electric sports car can __________ the performance of many traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.
    impede
    hinder
    surpass
    undergo
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