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Unit 7-12 Answer Key Overview

1. The document provides answer keys and explanations for units 7-12 of a test or worksheet. 2. It addresses vocabulary terms related to personality traits, emotions, attitudes, and states of confusion. 3. Key terms defined include self-conscious, arrogant, impatient, optimistic, mysterious, and puzzled.
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Unit 7-12 Answer Key Overview

1. The document provides answer keys and explanations for units 7-12 of a test or worksheet. 2. It addresses vocabulary terms related to personality traits, emotions, attitudes, and states of confusion. 3. Key terms defined include self-conscious, arrogant, impatient, optimistic, mysterious, and puzzled.
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Unit 7 10 It makes me sick to see so much food


7. 1 ID 2B 3A 4B sC 6B 7D 8B 3 She's in a bad mood today.
4 I'm siek (and tired) of
7.2I self-eonseious 2 boast/brag 3 being treated as an
bossy inferior!
4 modest 5 self-confidence 6 5 He had a fit when he saw
show off the damage that had been
7 condescending/patronising done to his car.
8 big-headed 9 down to 10 6 His arrogance gets up my
confident nose.
I I domineering 12 7 F ve had enough of people
below/beneath ordering me about.
13 self-confident 14 down on 8 Waiting for buses gets on
1 5 boasting/bragging about my nerves.
1 6 confidence 9 Having (0 get up so early
is a pain in
Unit 8
being wasted.
8. 1 IC 2A 3A 4D 5B 6C 8B
8.2 1 pig-headed 2 Unit Il
determination 1 1.1 IA 2A .3A 4C 5B
3 persistence 4
1 1 .2 I sure/certain 2
perseverance
optimist 3 of 4
5 single-minded
pessimist 5 doubts
8.3 I take no 2 to 3 in 4 5 at
set in 6 with 1 1.3 Hopefully, I'll be
Unit 9 going/l'm going skiing at
Christmas.
9. 1 IC 2D 3A 4B SC 6B
I'm sceptieal of/about his
9.2 1 impatient 2 intolerance reasons for being nice to
3 broad-minded 4 patience 5 me.
tolerant 3 Look on the bright side!
You're young and healthy
9.3J patient 2 up with 3 stand
and will have plenty more
4 intolerant 5 tolerate 6
opportunities.
tolerance
4 Are you optimi<ie about
Unit 10 your chanees of getting
promotion?
10. 1 1B 2C 3D 4B SD 6C 7B 8C
5 I'm not quite sure
9B IOC I I A of/about the meaning of
1().2 1 frustrating 2 irritable this word.
3 annoying 6 All I can do is cross my
4 frustration 5 irritating 6 fingers and hope for the
infuriating best.
10.3 1 She'll go mad when she 7 No doubt he'll be late, as
finds out what's happened. usual.
He lost his temper because 8 I'm pessimistic about the
we all disagreed with him. future.
9 I had (my) reservations Unit 12
about him at first, but 12.1 IC 2A 3A 4D 5B 6B
now he seems very good at
his job. 12.2 I [Link] 2 confusion 3
puzzling
10 Is she hopeful of getting
the job? 4 bewildered 5 confusing 6
mystified
12.3 If you change all the plans now, you 9 11 only cause confusion.
2 The whole subject bewilders me.
3 What puzzles me i.s why he did such a strange thing./lt puzzles
me why he did such a strange thing,
4 I'm confused about what you want me to do.
5 They look so alike that it s s easy to mix her up with her
sister.
6 I was so worried that J couldn't think straight.
7 His disappearance is a mystery to u.s.
8 You e re not the first person to contuse me with my twin
brother.
9 I'm not clear about how to fill in this
the neck. form.
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Confusion stemming from unclear task requirements can significantly reduce individual productivity by causing procrastination, errors, and repeated attempts to clarify expectations. This inefficiency diverts energy and motivation away from actual task completion .

Broad-mindedness allows individuals to consider diverse perspectives and appreciate differences, which underpins the development of tolerance towards others’ beliefs and practices .

Optimism can lead to a more hopeful and proactive approach to decision-making, fostering resilience in the face of setbacks. In contrast, pessimism may cause an individual to doubt potential outcomes, potentially leading to indecisiveness or avoidance of risks .

A domineering communication style can create an oppressive atmosphere, hinder open dialogue, and diminish trust among colleagues. It often leads to resentment and disengagement, negatively impacting team cohesion and productivity .

Constant frustration can lead to heightened irritability and mood swings, potentially escalating to chronic stress or anxiety disorders if not managed effectively .

Self-confidence is characterized by a belief in one's own abilities and judgment without the need to demean others, whereas arrogance often involves an exaggerated sense of one's own importance and a dismissive attitude towards others .

Perseverance involves maintaining effort and interest over time despite challenges, while single-mindedness focuses attention on a singular objective. Together, they enable consistent progress and the overcoming of obstacles in pursuit of long-term goals .

Persistent worry can impair decision making by causing cognitive overload, reducing attention span, and fostering indecision. It disrupts logical thinking and can result in avoidance or suboptimal choices .

Intolerance towards different views and practices is a key driver of conflicts in diverse groups. It hinders understanding and cooperation, often escalating misunderstandings into disputes, thus affecting group harmony and effectiveness .

Confusing instructions can lead to errors, decreased efficiency, and frustration within a team. It may result in reduced morale and collaboration as team members struggle to meet expectations due to unclear guidance .

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