Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

I was struck by the beautiful skyscrapers and fountains. However, I saw many homeless people, which meant that there was much $poverty$ in the city.
(A) wealth
(B) state of being poor
(C) lack of care
(D) property

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

I believe in being $frugal$, but saving string and reusing paper towels is taking it a little too far for me.
(A) silly behavior
(B) foolish purchases
(C) careful with spending
(D) ignorant in money matters

The story is about an elderly___ who suddenly becomes generous when he realizes he is dying. (miser; spendthrift)

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

Before approving the plan for a new stadium, the mayor met with several $financial$ experts to be sure the city could afford such an expense.
(A) having to do with managing money
(B) related to sports
(C) expensive
(D) highly paid

Because I was behind on my payments, the store would not extend my__ to make additional purchases. (credit; currency)

Insisting that a penny saved is a penny earned, Benjamin Franklin was well known for his___ ways. (spendthrift; thrifty)