The main clue for this sentence is the fact that the people in question do not accomplish their goals. This means that they are likely not very practical people. People who are practical "get things done." The word actually comes from root words meaning to do. When we "practice" we do something in order to be good at it. This is a related word. None of the other options really express this kind of practicality.

The second sentence provide the main clue for finding the correct word. The implication is that William did not tell the story "exactly how it was." It was not a literal retelling of the facts but instead had many added elements. Therefore, the best option is "literal." This word means "exactly representing something else." The "literal sense" of words is their "exact meaning" without any metaphorical meanings added. For example, a "red herring" is literally a kind of smoked fish. Metaphorically it means something that is distracting.

The idea is that forecasters cannot be too sure about their weather forecasts. This means that they cannot be "certain" about them. The only thing that is indicated in the second sentence is that weather is fickle and changing. This does not say anything about the prideful attitudes of forecasters. It only says that they should be careful not to be too sure about such changing and unstable matters.

Do not read too much into the sentence given to you here. The general idea is that the situation must happen to many people. Therefore, we can't say whether or not it is dangerous or even bold. We just know that it is pretty regular. That is, it is not very unique.

To begin with "catastrophic" means disastrous, (of a situation) very bad and dangerous. So, if the building was unaffected by the bad and dangerous weather than it could best be described as "sturdy." "Sturdy" means well-built, strong, solid, and powerful. Additionally, "essential" means needed, crucial; "fragile" means easily broken, delicate; "gaunt" means very thin, almost like a skeleton; "timid" means shy and nervous.

If people struggle to tell the two brothers apart than they must look very similar to one another. The correct answer is therefore "identical" which means exactly alike, the same as. Additionally, "frail" means weak (usually sick and weak); "spacious" means roomy, having lots of space; "content" means happy enough with; "devoted" means loyal to, committed to.

If the subject of this sentence was unable to concentrate on his work than he must have been "distracted." "Distracted" means unable to focus one's mind. Additionally, "formidable" means imposing, intimidating, daunting and fearsome; "painstaking" means arduous, difficult work, hard work; "creative" means artistic, able to create things; "focused" means concentrated, paying attention to.

If smoking is bad for you than it could also be described as "dangerous" or "hazardous." "Hazardous" means dangerous, poisonous, bad for one's health. Additionally, "gorgeous" means attractive; "succinct" means clearly and briefly stated; "compelling" means very interesting; "greedy" means wanting what others have, wanting too much.

Water polo is a sport played in the water, so to solve this problem you need to determine which of these words means related to water. The correct answer is therefore "aquatic." Additionally, "humiliating" means embarrassing, shameful; "detrimental" means harmful, hurtful, weakening; "ideal" means perfect; "lonesome" means lonely, wanting company.

If the zoo is large than it stands to reason that it must be home to many different types of animals. The correct answer then is "numerous" which means many, large in number. Additionally, "nefarious" means wicked, evil; "nomadic" means wandering, without a fixed home; "secure" means safe; "serene" means peaceful.