Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) Practice Test

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What describes "apathy"?

A strong enthusiasm for change
A lack of caring or emotion
An eagerness to help others
An overwhelming sense of compassion

The correct answer is: A lack of caring or emotion

Apathy is characterized by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern about various aspects of life, often resulting in indifference or emotional detachment. This means that when someone experiences apathy, they do not care about situations that might typically elicit a strong emotional response, such as social issues or personal relationships. The concept highlights a disengagement from emotional or motivational states that would normally prompt action or concern in others. Strong enthusiasm for change, eagerness to help others, and an overwhelming sense of compassion reflect opposite emotions and engagement with the world, which are fundamentally different from the state of apathy.