One Person Can Change the World

Question 1

altruism

Answer 1

unselfish concern for the welfare of other; selflessness

Alta, a model of altruism, gave her lunch money to a homeless woman who needed it more.

Question 2

eminent

Answer 2

distinguished; prominent
Emeril Lagasse is one of the most eminent chefs working today; every TV-watcher knows how well known and highly regarded he is.

Question 3

empathetic

Answer 3

identification with and understanding of another’s situation, feelings, and motives
Emily is one of my most empathetic friends; she can always relate to my emotions.

Question 4

extol

Answer 4

to praise highly

Tollivan extolled the virtues of the troll while his teacher looked amazed.

Question 5

laudatory

Answer 5

full of praise

The principal’s speech was laudatory, congratulating the students on their SAT scores.

Question 6

magnanimous

Answer 6

courageously or generously noble in mind and heart

The magnanimous prince cared deeply for his country and its people.

Question 7

philanthropic

Answer 7

humanitarian; benevolent; relating to monetary generosity

Phil was a philanthropic soul, always catering to the needy and the underprivileged.

Question 8

reciprocate

Answer 8

to mutually take or give; to respond in kind

The chef reciprocated his rival’s respect; they admired each other so much that they even traded recipes.