Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 4
Unit 5
100
The vocabulary word that means: put, fit, place (in, into, between)
Insert
100
The vocabulary word that means: the act of looking for or trying to find
Pursuit
100
The vocabulary word that means: having the usual features or qualities of a particular group or thing
Typical
100
The vocabulary word that means: a terrifying dream
Nightmare
100
The vocabulary word that means: the act of giving oneself, time, effort, etc. (to sth.)
Dedication
200
Turn to Learning, Chinese Style (p.4-8) What would the Chinese staff at the JinLing Hotel do with Benjamin when he tried to insert the key into the slot?
He or she would hold onto Benjamin's hand and gently but firmly, guide it directly toward the slot, reposition it as necessary, and help him to insert it.
200
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 41. Change the form when necessary: Make decisions only after you have considered the ____________.
consequences
200
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 72. Change the form when necessary: He took to walking long distances in an attempt to physically __________ himself.
Exhaust
200
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 99. Change the form when necessary: A cold, fever, and headache are the usual ________ of the flu.
symptoms
200
The vocabulary word that means: make a long deep sound because you are upset, annoyed, or in pain
Groan
300
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 14. Change the form when necessary: While writing my term paper I was able to borrow all the ___________ books from the school library.
relevant
300
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 41. Change the form when necessary: He made an _________ turn to avoid hitting the car.
abrupt
300
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 72. Change the form when necessary: It seems a pity to be indoors on such a __________ day.
glorious
300
The vocabulary word that means: a particular way of considering an issue, etc.
Angle
300
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 141. Change the form when necessary: His teachers ___________ him after he won the first prize in the speech contest.
congratulated
400
The vocabulary word that means: worth wanting
Desirable
400
Turn to A Life Full of Riches (p.32-35). Why doesn't the author feel poor?
He's enjoyed good health—he feels vigorous and spirited. He cherishes the gift of creativity and enjoys talking with his friends.
400
The vocabulary word that means: too excited, anxious, etc. to control one's emotions
Hysterical
400
Turn to A Virtual Life (p.90-92). How does the author restore balance to her life after she's been in her virtual world for too long?
She forces herself back into the real world. She calls people, arranges to meet with friends, goes to the gym, sets up interviews, etc.
400
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 141. Change the form when necessary: The dancers moved with an elegance and _________ on the stage that fascinated all the audience.
grace
500
Does the following sentence use the word "principal" as an adjective or a noun? "Self-reliance is a principal value of child rearing in middle-class America."
an adjective
500
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 41. Change the form when necessary: Have you ever lied a little, or __________ a story about yourself, to impress someone?
fabricated
500
Turn to Father Knows Better (p.60-66). Who is Kyle Lucas?
Diane's crush. The son of Dan Lucas (Father's work colleague)
500
Fill in the blank with a word from the word bank on page 99. Change the form when necessary: His rude _______ about my book made me very upset.
remark
500
Turn to True Height (p.132-135). What was Bert Stone's motto?
"You want something, work for it!"
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