Vocab: Def
anything that makes people laugh or amuses people
A) continent
B) goal
C) humor
D) committee
C) humor
All students are encouraged to __________ in the class discussion and share their ideas.
A) participate
B) reveal
C) sustain
D) goal
A) participate
Which category of the Nobel Prize did Maathai receive?
Nobel Peace Prize
What was Riz's performance at the talent show?
juggling
Tim: I heard the science test was really difficult.
Sam: __________
A. I’m not sure. I haven’t taken it yet.
B. I went to the library yesterday.
C. The test will be tomorrow.
D. I like English more than Science.
A. I’m not sure. I haven’t taken it yet.
to make something visible, usually by uncovering it
A) campaign
B) reveal
C) participate
D) sustain
B) reveal
Doctors say good __________ is important for both physical and mental health.
A) democracy
B) nutrition
C) sustainability
D) committee
Wangari's childhood days was surrounded by
A) confluct
B) books
C) music
D) nature
D) nature
What name did Chesa go by at the talent show?
Brim
Engineers are developing more efficient batteries that can store larger amounts of electricity for longer periods of time.
The word “efficient” most likely means:
a. costly
b. difficult to use
c. massive
d. not wasteful
d. not wasteful
a group of people chosen to do something, make decisions, etc.
committee
Africa is the second-largest __________ in the world by land area.
continent
What does it mean when someone says a girl is "like Wangari?"
They are strong willed and outspoken
Why does Chesa wear a hat during her performance?
To hide her face because it made her more confident
The museum exhibition was very informative and attracted many visitors. __________, some people complained that the tickets were too expensive.
a. In addition
b. Likewise
c. However
d. As a result
c. However
health, comfort, and happiness.
welfare
In a __________ society, citizens can vote for their leaders and express their opinions freely.
democratic
President Daniel arap Moi called Maathai a "_____" to the country. (bonus 200 for reason)
threat
she led a protest against the government
Who gave the blue hat to Chesa?
Her Aunt (Mariel)
The city built more bike lanes to encourage people to cycle to work. Many residents began using bicycles instead of cars. __________, traffic congestion in the downtown area became less severe.
a. On the other hand
b. In contrast
c. As a result
d. Nevertheless
C. As a result
a series of actions done to get a result, especially in business or politics
campaign
Many farmers are trying to find new ways to __________ crops during long periods of drought.
sustain
Kenyan president Daniel arap Moi's plan to build a 62-story park would have destroyed _________ park?
Uhuru Park
Which city did Chesa and Riz recently move to?
Cleveland
Many scientists believe renewable energy is a viable solution to climate change because it can provide electricity without creating large amounts of pollution.
The word “viable” most likely means:
a. expensive
b. achievable
c. temporary
d. dangerous
b. achievable