Implied Main Idea
Word Parts: Prefixes
Vocabulary
Miscellaneous
100
How do migrating animals find their destination? They navigate in a variety of ways. Fish use their sense of smell to recognize their migration paths and are guided by changing water temperatures. Birds use the position of the sun to orient themselves. Some birds have magnetic particles in their ear mechanisms that act as a compass. Mammals rely on their memory. Some elephant trails have been used for hundreds of years.
A)
How do migrating animals find their way?
B)Migrating animals navigate in a variety of ways.
C)Mammals rely on their memory.
D)Fish and birds have special methods for finding their way.
B)Migrating animals navigate in a variety of ways.
100
Give the meaning of the prefix un- and give 5 words using it.
un-: not
unable, unstoppable, unbelievable, unbearable, unmatched
100
Give the meaning of the word imperative, its part of speech, and use it in a sentence.
Imperative: important, necessary or required.
Adjective
It is imperative that you come to class to keep your student status.
100
What does the acronym FOMO mean?
Fear Of Missing Out
200
Whenever your physician orders a medical test for you, ask why you need it. You should also inquire about the risks and benefits are. Find out how to prepare for it. For example, you may need to fast or discontinue medications or herbal remedies you are taking. Finally, be sure to ask what the test will involve.
A)There are several questions you should ask whenever your doctor orders a medical test for you.
B)You should inquire about the risks and benefits of medical tests.
C)Find out how to prepare for the test.
D)You may need to fast or discontinue medications or herbal remedies you are taking.
A)There are several questions you should ask whenever your doctor orders a medical test for you.
200
Give the meaning of the prefix mis- and give 5 words using it.
Mis- to do wrong
Misbehave, mispronounce, misunderstand, misspell,
200
Give the meaning of the word prevalent, its part of speech and use it in a sentence.
Prevalent: widespread in a particular area or at a particular time.
Adjective
Social media is prevalent in society today.
200
What is the capital of Bangladesh?
Dhaka
300
Write down the main idea of this paragraph.
Always warm up before attempting any strength training exercises. Failure to warm up can cause injuries to cold muscles. Remember to use proper lifting procedures for safety sake. In addition, to avoid harm, make sure that you have a spotter with you if you are using free weights. You can also avoid injury by working within your limits and avoiding the need to show off.
To avoid injury during strength or weight training, observe several safety precautions.
300
Give the meaning of the prefix anti- and three words that have this prefix.
Anti-: against
antihero, antisocial, antiinflammatory, antifreeze
300
Give the meaning of the expression lean into and use it in a sentence.
Lean into: to openly embrace, accept, to fully engage and pursue something.
Lean into kindness and community; they're keys to serving and connecting you and your neighbors well.
300
What year did the man land on the moon for the first time (presumably)?
1969
400
Read the paragraph and select the answer choice that expresses its implied main idea.
You're up to your neck in credit card debt. You're feeling stressed, perhaps even panicky. You may be tempted to take out a home equity loan to pay off high credit card debt. Financial specialists say that's a bad idea! If you spend the money instead of paying off your debt, you'll dig yourself into a deeper financial hole. Even worse, you could lose your home.
A)You're feeling stressed, perhaps even panicky, and you may be tempted to take out a home equity loan to pay off high credit card debt.
B)Even though taking a home equity loan to pay off high credit card debt may be tempting, financial specialists say that's a bad idea.
C)If you spend the money instead of paying off your debt, you'll dig yourself into a deeper financial hole.
D)Financial specialists say that's a bad idea!
B)Even though taking a home equity loan to pay off high credit card debt may be tempting, financial specialists say that's a bad idea.
400
Give the meaning of the prefix over- and give 3 words with it.
Meaning: to do something too much.
Overestimate, overcook, overdo, overthink, overload, overwhelm, overtime
400
Give the meaning of the word curb used as a verb, and use it in a sentence.
Meaning: restrain, keep in check, control, limit.
She promised she would curb her temper
400
What are the American presidents on Mount Rushmore? (Last name is enough)
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Abraham Lincoln
Theodore Roosevelt