Question

using context to determine the meanings of words the senator rose to power by showing great acumen. he always showed insight and could be shrewd if needed. he was known for his positive and upbeat attitude and was never tempestuous. in fact, some say that they have never seen him react to a situation in an explosive way. that being said, he wouldnt have reached his position without auspicious circumstances. everyone needs good luck! use context clues to determine the meanings of the underlined words in this passage. acumen most likely means “an ability to make good decisions✓.” tempestuous most likely means “ auspicious most likely means “ explosive positive upbeat

Explanation:

For "tempestuous", the context mentions he was never tempestuous and some say they never saw him react in an explosive way, so it means explosive. For "auspicious", the context says everyone needs good luck and he wouldn't have reached his position without auspicious circumstances, so it means positive in the sense of favorable like good luck.

Answer:

Tempestuous most likely means "explosive".
Auspicious most likely means "positive".