Most of us are __(1)__ of open conflict and avoid it if we can. And there is a __(2)__ to expressing and working through conflict. If the working through involves harsh words and name-calling people feel deeply hurt and relationships can be __(3)__ , some times permanently. Some group members may be afraid that if they really __(4)__ their anger, they may go out of control and become violent. These fears can be very __(5)__ and based on experience. So why take the risk? Why not avoid conflict at all costs? Conflict is rather like a disease. therefore __(6)__ is best. That means attending to areas where __(7)__ may occur before they become an issue. If you have not __(8)__ a conflict happening, your next choice is to treat it early, or hope that it goes away. If it goes away over time, fine. If it __(9)__ , then you will still have to handle (treat) it and it is likely to be more __(10)___ .

1)
a) scared
b) careful
c) reckless
d) aware
e) worried

2)
a) challenge
b) measure
c) principle
d) change
e) risk

3)
a) established
b) maligned
c) damaged
d) rebuilt
e) involved

4)
a) sublimate
b) express
c) minimize
d) regulate
e) control

5)
a) baseless
b) imaginary
c) exaggerative
d) real
e) national

6)
a) cure
b) diagnosis
c) prescription
d) prevention
e) medicine

7)
a) harmony
b) discomfiture
c) distortion
d) consensus
e) statement

8)
a) expressed
b) prevented
c) induced
d) seen
e) perverted

9)
a) doesn’t
b) won’t
c) don’t
d) not
e) hasn’t

10)
a) credible
b) serious
c) fraudulent
d) urgent
e) skilled