Vocabulary Vault
What does “candid” mean?
Honest and straightforward
Use a phrasal verb: “I couldn’t ___ ___ what he meant.”
figure out
What does “hit the nail on the head” mean?
To be exactly right about something
How many legs does a spider have?
8
Which country is known for the Eiffel Tower?
France
What’s the opposite of “scarce”?
Abundant
Fill in with a suitable conjunction: “He was tired, ___ he kept working.”
yet/but
Meaning: “The ball is in your court”
It’s your responsibility or decision now
What gas do plants absorb from the air?
Carbon dioxide
What country has the most official languages?
South Africa (11)
Use the word “notorious” in a sentence.
e.g., He is notorious for being late to meetings.
Rewrite: “They completed the task easily.” → Use with ease
They completed the task with ease.
Fill in: “Don’t judge a book by its ___.”
cover
How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
Which country’s flag features a maple leaf?
Canada
What does “alleviate” mean, and in what context is it often used?
To reduce or ease (often pain, stress, or difficulty)
Complete: “She regrets ___ (not / study) more.”
not studying
What does “cost an arm and a leg” mean?
Very expensive
What is the rarest blood type?
AB negative
Which Asian country has the city of Kyoto?
Japan
What does “precipice” mean metaphorically and literally?
Literally: a steep cliff; Metaphorically: a dangerous situation or turning point
Rewrite using a conditional: “I didn’t go because I was sick.”
If I hadn’t been sick, I would have gone.
Give an idiom that means “to calm down”
e.g., Cool your jets, Chill out, Take a breather
Which element has the chemical symbol ‘K’?
Potassium
Which landlocked European country is famous for chocolate, banking, and neutrality?
Switzerland