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Vocabulary problems #1 (permalink) Tue Aug 16, 2005 12:02 pm   Vocabulary problems
 

Two anomalies regarding her character are apparent: she is unfailingly____yet bursting with ambition, and she is truly___but unable to evoke reciprocal warmth in those with whom she works.
A)aspiring..generous
B)mercenary..impartial
C)impulsive..resolute
D)persistent..reserved
E)humble..compassionate

One biggest problem is that I don't understand what the black parts mean.
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Vocabulary problems #2 (permalink) Thu Aug 18, 2005 13:58 pm   Vocabulary problems
 

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...she is always humble yet full of ambition, and she is truly compassionate but not able to create mutual compassion in her co-workers.
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Vocabulary problems #3 (permalink) Thu Sep 01, 2005 17:28 pm   Vocabulary problems
 

Thanks for the explaination, Mr. Micawber. I get it now.
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