READING 1 / QUICK QUIZ

Attention That Is Not Welcome

3 questions. Choose the meaning or usage that best fits each situation. Try answering before reopening the passage.

1What makes the personal-detail request intrusive?A. It provides a requested explanation directly related to the current task.B. It quietly offers relevant help only after the student explicitly asks for it.C. It repeatedly enters and interferes with work where that attention is unwelcome.D. It remains available in a closed menu without interrupting any work.

2A flashing element that is conspicuous in an unwelcome way is _____.A. unobtrusiveB. inconspicuousC. obtrusiveD. discreet

3Which reply is antagonistic?A. Ask for an example while remaining willing to investigate it.B. Acknowledge the report and propose a time to compare observations.C. Treat every report as an attack and answer with hostile challenges.D. Explain a limitation respectfully and invite questions about alternatives.

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