Vocab 1
The rainforest is home to an abundant variety of plants and animals, with new species discovered regularly.
Large
Due to unexpected circumstances, the concert had to be postponed until next week.
situation/condition
The coach emphasized the importance of teamwork to achieve their goal.
Stress/highlight
Historians often interpret ancient texts to understand past civilizations.
Explain
Does a lemon or a lime float?
Lemon
Over time, the dust began to accumulate on the bookshelves, showing just how long they had gone untouched.
The teacher provided clear criteria for the project so that students would know exactly what to include.
Standard/rules
After reading the article, students were asked to evaluate the author’s main arguments.
Assess/rate
The architect had to modify the design to meet safety requirements.
Change
How many minutes would it take to fall to the center of the earth?
19 minutes
Animals that live in the desert have to adapt to the harsh, dry conditions in order to survive.
The scientist collected data from various sources to support her research findings
Facts
The weather was a major factor in deciding whether the game would be held outdoors.
In the previous chapter, the author introduced the main characters and setting.
Before/previous
How many letters is the longest word in English?
189,819 letters
Sarah didn’t anticipate that her speech would get such a positive reaction from the audience.
Expect/predict
The city is known for its diverse population, with people from many cultural backgrounds.
Variety
Pollution has a severe impact on the environment, harming wildlife and ecosystems.
Influence/affect
Her theory on climate change was supported by extensive research.
How long did the world's longest concert last?
453 hours.
Regular exercise has a significant benefit on mental and physical health.
advantage/use/plus
A key element of success is staying motivated, even when challenges arise.
The rising numbers indicate an increase in demand for electric cars.
Show
The colors in the sunset vary each evening, creating a new masterpiece in the sky.
Change/different
What letter does not appear in any of the states names?
Q