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What does adroit mean?
Skillful or clever.
The mechanic was so adroit that he repaired the complicated engine in only an hour. What does adroit suggest about the mechanic?
He was highly skilled.
Which word is closest in meaning to cursory?
A. Thorough B. Brief and superficial C. Accurate D. Generous
B. Brief and superficial
The term holocaust can refer historically to:
A. A minor disagreement between nations B. A large-scale destruction or slaughter, especially by fire C. A peaceful political negotiation D. A period of economic prosperity
B. A large-scale destruction or slaughter, especially by fire
Which event in 1565 established St. Augustine, making it the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the continental United States?
A. The arrival of Juan Ponce de León B. Pedro Menéndez de Avilés founding St. Augustine C. The Treaty of Paris D. The Adams–Onís Treaty
B. Pedro Menéndez de Avilés founding St. Augustine
What does amicable mean?
Friendly and peaceful.
Despite their disagreement, the two neighbors reached an amicable agreement. What does this tell us?
They resolved the conflict peacefully.
Ah yes, the classic chill pill has been taken...
Which word is closest in meaning to duplicity?
A. Honesty B. Kindness C. Deceitfulness D. Skillfulness
C. Deceitfulness
If someone is impervious to criticism, what does that mean?
A. They are deeply affected by every criticism. B. They are unable to understand criticism. C. They are unaffected or resistant to criticism. D. They actively seek criticism.
C. They are unaffected or resistant to criticism.
What did the Adams–Onís Treaty of 1819 accomplish for Florida?
A. It made Florida an independent republic. B. It transferred Florida from Spain to the United States. C. It admitted Florida to the Union as a state. D. It ended the Second Seminole War.
B. It transferred Florida from Spain to the United States.
What does averse mean?
Having a strong dislike or opposition to something.
Laury was averse to public speaking, so she volunteered to give the presentation only after everyone else refused. What can you infer?
Laury strongly disliked public speaking.
To extol someone is to:
A. Criticize them harshly B. Praise them enthusiastically C. Ignore them completely D. Question their motives
B. Praise them enthusiastically
The discovery of a new source of energy provided the impetus for the company to expand. In this sentence, impetus means:
A. An obstacle B. A driving force or motivation C. A warning D. A delay
B. A driving force or motivation
Which conflict was the longest and most costly of the U.S. government's nineteenth-century wars against Native Americans?
A. First Seminole War B. Second Seminole War C. Third Seminole War D. Creek War
B. Second Seminole War
What does belligerent mean?
Hostile and aggressive.
The normally calm politician became belligerent during the debate, shouting at his opponent and refusing to listen. Which behaviors best demonstrate belligerence?
Responding aggressively and confrontationally.
Which word is most nearly the opposite of feasible?
A. Practical B. Possible C. Workable D. Impractical
A. Impractical
If a person's life is in jeopardy, what is the situation?
A. Their life is in danger. B. Their life is improving rapidly. C. Their life is completely predictable. D. Their life is filled with nostalgia.
A. Their life is in danger.
Why is Fort Mose, established near St. Augustine in 1738, historically significant?
A. It was the first permanent U.S. military base in Florida. B. It was the first legally sanctioned free Black settlement in what is now the United States. C. It was the headquarters of the Confederate Army in Florida. D. It was the site where Florida's state constitution was signed.
B. It was the first legally sanctioned free African American settlement in what is now the United States.
What does benevolent mean?
Wishing to do good for others.
The benevolent millionaire donated millions of dollars to build hospitals in impoverished communities. What characteristic is most clearly demonstrated here?
Generosity.
A grimace is best described as:
A. A facial expression showing pain, disgust, or discomfort B. A loud expression of happiness C. A thoughtful silence D. A gesture of approval
A. A facial expression showing pain, disgust, or discomfort
A meticulous researcher checks every measurement three times before publishing her results. Which quality does she demonstrate?
A. Carelessness B. Impulsiveness C. Extreme attention to detail D. Indifference
C. Extreme attention to detail
What major event in 1926 brought Florida's speculative real-estate boom to a dramatic end and contributed to the state's economic collapse?
A. The Great Miami Hurricane B. The Great Miami Hurricane of 1926 C. The Okeechobee Hurricane of 1928 D. The Tampa Bay Hurricane of 1935
B. The Great Miami Hurricane of 1926