Personality traits
Which personality trait describes someone who likes to talk a lot?
Talkative
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The school doesn’t permit students _______ (use) their phones during class.
The school doesn’t permit students to use their phones during class.
If someone is always focused on their job, often working long hours, which term would describe them?
A workaholic
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I need _______ (you/help) me with this project by tomorrow.
I need you to help me with this project by tomorrow.
What is the capital city of Australia?
a) Sydney
b) Melbourne
c) Canberra
d) Brisbane
c) Canberra
How would you describe a person who always thinks about the feelings and needs of others?
Considerate
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They expect _______ (arrive) at the airport by 6 p.m.
They expect to arrive at the airport by 6 p.m.
Which term describes someone who is always nice to others?
A sweetheart
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The teacher asked _______ (the students/complete) their assignments before the deadline.
The teacher asked the students to complete their assignments before the deadline.
In what year was the first iPhone released?
a) 2005
b) 2007
c) 2008
d) 2010
b) 2007
Which personality trait is likelier to work extra hours to finish a task?
Hardworking.
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I don’t mind _______ (help) you with your project this weekend.
I don’t mind helping you with your project this weekend.
What would you call a person who enjoys working with others and contributes well to group efforts?
A team player
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She wants _______ (her friend/go) to the party with her this weekend.
She wants her friend to go to the party with her this weekend.
In what decade was the Internet created?
a) 1960s
b) 1970s
c) 1980s
d) 1990s
a) 1960s
If someone is always calm and relaxed, which personality trait would describe them?
Easygoing
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She remembered _______ (bring) her keys before leaving the house.
She remembered to bring her keys before leaving the house.
What’s the difference between a people person and a pain in the neck?
A people person enjoys being around others, is sociable, and is generally liked by most people. A pain in the neck is someone who is annoying, difficult to deal with, or causes frustration.
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The company allowed _______ (the employees/take) an extra day off during the holidays.
The company allowed the employees to take an extra day off during the holidays.
What does NASA stand for?
a) North American Satellite Association
b) National Aeronautics and Space Administration
c) National Association of Space Astronauts
d) National American Space Association
b) National Aeronautics and Space Administration
What's the difference between a person who is easygoing and an outgoing person?
An easygoing person is relaxed, calm, and not easily upset or worried. An outgoing person is sociable, friendly, and enjoys being around others.
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He is considering _______ (change) his job to something less stressful.
He is considering changing his job to something less stressful.
How would you describe a person who is very demanding and bossy, often making others feel uncomfortable?
A tyrant
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They convinced _______ (their parents/let) them stay out late on Saturday night.
They convinced their parents to let them stay out late on Saturday night.
What is the world's largest desert?
a) Mojave
b) Siberian Desert
c) Sahara
d) Antarctic Desert
d) Antarctic Desert