Cities in 2050
The extreme flooding in Valencia, Spain created a d________ situation and housing crisis for locals.
dire
A startup with limited resources managed to t___ in a competitive market by identifying an unserved niche and adapting rapidly.
to thrive
I studied hard for the test. ___, I didn’t get a good grade.
However
In a circular economy, what happens to products at the end of their life cycle that doesn’t happen in a linear model?
They are reused, recycled, or repurposed instead of being thrown away
Make a sweeping generalization about remote workers. (not necessarily true, just a generalization)
many answers
You are given only one day to complete a high-stakes report and have limited data. Which expression best describes this situation?
A. Working under flexible guidelines
B. Working under tight deadlines
C. Working in ideal conditions
B. Working under tight deadlines
Which verb best completes this sentence: “An effective leader must know how to ___ difficult decisions under pressure.”
A. navigate
B. delve into
C. expand on
D. engage
A. navigate
She was tired. ___, she kept working until midnight.
Nevertheless
Q: Which quality is best described by the phrase “able to find creative solutions quickly”?
A. Reliable
B. Resourceful
C. Passive
B. Resourceful
The project failed due to poor a____________ to safety regulations by the company
adherence
Which phrase best fits this sentence? “The city’s plan to increase car traffic is clearly ___ its new green initiative.”
to be at odds with (at odds with)
What does “yield” mean in this sentence: “Under scrutiny, the board yielded its veto power”?
gave up or surrendered
The new law received widespread support from the public. ___, many legal experts raised concerns about its vague wording. ___ these concerns, the law passed unanimously.
However; Despite
After a flood, the historical building had to be r___ before it could reopen to the public.
refurbished
A company uses its brand recognition and loyal customer base to l___ a new product launch.
to leverage
A company faces setbacks during a product launch, but instead of halting operations, it decides to ___ with its expansion plans. Which verb best completes the sentence?
forge ahead
Which vocab word best describes the legal process of being unable to pay one’s debts and seeking protection from creditors?
bankruptcy
___ the data suggests a decline in customer satisfaction, the company’s revenue has increased. ___, long-term growth may still be at risk.
Although, Nevertheless
In critical thinking, identifying the ___ cause of a problem means finding the deepest or most fundamental reason.
underlying
In performance reviews, which term refers to a quantifiable indicator like "sales growth" or "customer satisfaction score"?
a metric
In a once working-class neighborhood, property values and rents have doubled in five years, boutique cafés are replacing local shops, and long-time residents are being priced out. This process is best described as:
gentrification
To address climate change, scientists must ___ new technologies and i___ alternative energy solutions that could revolutionize the way we power the world.
delve into, innovative
The policy was criticized for its inefficiency; ___, its environmental impact was called into question. ___ the backlash, the government refused to revise it.
Moreover, Despite
Gabon, with its vast tropical forests, plays a significant role in carbon sequestration. The country has committed to maintaining its forests as a way to offset carbon emissions. What 2 vocabulary words are involved in this process as well as attracting business to invest in protecting the ranforests of Gabon?
carbon capture and carbon credits
Give the definition of a "norm" and provide an example.
a norm is an informal expectation of behavior usually in social settings