Module 1

Question 1

To be in someone’s shoes

Answer 1

To imagine yourself in another person’s situation

1. I know how hard this decision is - I’ve been in your shoes before.
2. Try to be in her shoes before judging her choices.
3. If I were in your shoes, I would take the job offer.

1. I know how hard this decision is - I’ve been in your shoes before.

Question 2

Criticize

Answer 2

To express disapproval or point out faults

1. The teacher criticized my essay writing style.
2. Don’t criticize others unless you can offer solutions.
3. The critics criticized the new movie harshly.

1. The teacher criticized my essay writing style.

Question 3

Awareness

Answer 3

Knowledge or perception of a situation

1. Environmental awareness is growing worldwide.
2. She has great awareness of social issues.
3. The campaign raised awareness about mental health.

1. Environmental awareness is growing worldwide.

Question 4

Self-aware

Answer 4

Conscious of one’s own character and feelings

Introspective, mindful, conscious
1. He’s very self-aware about his strengths and weaknesses.
2. Being self-aware helps in personal growth.
3. She became more self-aware through meditation.

1. He’s very self-aware about his strengths and weaknesses.

Question 5

Distinguish

Answer 5

Recognize or treat someone or something as different

Differentiate, separate, discern
1. Can you distinguish between these twin sisters?
2. It’s hard to distinguish fact from fiction.
3. The award distinguished him from his peers.

1. Can you distinguish between these twin sisters?

Question 6

Relentless

Answer 6

Continuing without stopping or weakening
Persistent, determined, unstoppable.
1. She showed relentless determination in pursuing her goals.
2. The relentless rain continued for days.
3. His relentless effort finally paid off.

1. She showed relentless determination in pursuing her goals.

Question 7

Empathetic

Answer 7

Able to understand and share others’ feelings

1. The nurse was very empathetic towards her patients.

Question 8

Fulfilling

Answer 8

Making someone satisfied or happy

1. She finds her job very fulfilling.

Question 9

Impactful

Answer 9

Having a major effect or influence

1. His speech was very impactful.

Question 10

To be able to

Answer 10

Having the power, skill, or means to do something

1. She is able to speak three languages.

Question 11

Goodwill

Answer 11

Friendly, helpful, or cooperative feelings or attitude

1. The company has built goodwill among its customers.

Question 12

To put the blame on

Answer 12

To hold someone responsible for something negative

1. Don’t put the blame on others for your mistakes.

Question 13

Behavior

Answer 13

The way someone conducts oneself or acts

1. His behavior at the party was inappropriate.

Question 14

Noticeable

Answer 14

Easily seen or noticed; evident

1. There was a noticeable difference in his attitude.

Question 15

Overwhelming

Answer 15

Very intense or hard to deal with

1. The response was overwhelming.

Question 16

Handle

Answer 16

To deal with or manage a situation

1. She can handle pressure well.

Question 17

Traits

Answer 17

Distinguishing qualities or characteristics

1. Honesty is one of her best traits.

Question 18

Beware

Answer 18

To be cautious and alert to risks

1. Beware of dogs in the area.

Question 19

Slow down

Answer 19

To reduce speed or pace

1. You need to slow down while driving.

Question 20

Open-minded

Answer 20

Willing to consider new ideas

1. Be open-minded about trying new things.

Question 21

Speak your mind

Answer 21

To say openly what you think

1. Don’t be afraid to speak your mind.