Question

today is tuesday, september 30th, 2025 vocabulary: read the definitions of the words the new words on the left and then choose the word that best fills in the blank on the right. 1. demeanor noun outward behavior or appearance 1. it caused all the students to _____, when the teacher said that the final exam would be 500 questions, feature three essays, and not be open - notes. 2. grimace verb to make an ugly, twisted expression usually indicating pain, discomfort, or disgust 2. in spite of their efforts to push the boulder out of the way, it remained ___. 3. derelict adj. in poor condition due to disuse or neglect 3. firefighters and paramedics are often required to maintain a calm, professional ___, even in the face of danger. 4. inert adj. unmoved, unchanged 4. the old downtown was marked by abandoned, broken - down, _____ buildings, but the new mayor promised they would revive it.

Explanation:

1. When the teacher announced a difficult final - exam, students would make an ugly, twisted expression, so "grimace" fits.
2. The boulder remained unmoved despite efforts, so "inert" is appropriate.
3. Firefighters and paramedics need to maintain an outward behavior or appearance, so "demeanor" is correct.
4. The old downtown has buildings in poor condition due to disuse or neglect, so "derelict" is the right word.

Answer:

1. grimace
2. inert
3. demeanor
4. derelict