Question

match the descriptions with the words.
2.16) ______ formal charges brought against a public official for high
crimes and misdemeanors
2.17) ______ anything backed by the government as money
2.18) ______ excessive
2.19) ______ no longer operating

a. defunct
b. impeachment
c. exorbitant
d. legal tender

five keys to discernment
1 - ask why: when an injury requires surgery, trying to reduce the pain will not solve the whole
problem. similarly, surface problems can give clues to what is really occurring if you will stop,
step back, and ask tough questions.
2 - establish the facts: each person perceives a situation differently, and you must ask questions
in order to find out what actually happened. do not speculate about others motives. try to
understand each person. recognize how your ideas influence the way you see things, and gather
as much evidence as possible before drawing a conclusion.
3 - judge carefully: identify patterns that indicate where a problem or a solution lies. notice
trends, and pay close attention to details. observe causes and effects. examine all possible
explanations, and remember coinciding events do not always have a cause - and - effect
relationship.
4 - learn from experience: experience seems to come along just after you need it, but the
discernment you develop in each new situation will benefit you in the next stage of life. recall
what others have taught you through their words and examples, and determine how you can
respond differently in the future.
5 - act appropriately: seek better ways to apply your knowledge to the circumstances at hand.
recognize what you need to start or stop doing, and find solutions by applying the knowledge you
gain.

Explanation:

Each description is matched to the corresponding vocabulary term based on standard definitions:

1. The formal process of charging public officials with high crimes is impeachment.
2. Government-backed money is defined as legal tender.
3. "Exorbitant" is the direct synonym for excessive.
4. "Defunct" means no longer operating or functioning.

Answer:

2.16) B. impeachment
2.17) D. legal tender
2.18) C. exorbitant
2.19) A. defunct