Unit 1: Trends in Society
Which of these words is NOT a synonym for "Trivial".
a) insignificant
b) disparaging
c) unimportant
b) disparaging
Disparage means belittle, downgrade.
What part of speech is the word "startling"?
Adjective - Noun - Verb - Adverb
The word "startling" is an adjective. It describes something that is surprising or shocking, often causing a sudden reaction.
The word "controversial" means:
a) something people agree on
b) something people argue about
c) something people have to do
b) something people argue about
Demand means:
a) argument
b) order
c) requirement
Demand means c) requirement
Which of these words means well- known and respected?
a) mesmerized
b) prominent
c) ethical
b) Prominent means well- known and respected.
Which of these words is a synonym for "pervasive."
a) plausible
b) extensive
c) remarkable
b) extensive
The phrase "The truth began to unravel" means:
a) The truth became more complicated.
b) The truth slowly became clear.
c) The truth became hidden again.
b) The truth slowly became clear.
Mesmerizing does NOT mean:
a) fascinating
b) captivating
c) alarming
d) enchanting
Mesmerizing does NOT mean c) alarming
Which of these words best completes the sentence?
Some of us have a lower _____________ to cold than others.
a) core
b) resistance
c) measures
d) depletion
Some of us have a lower _____________ to cold than others.
b) resistance
Which word is a synonym for "deplete"?
a) consume
b) empty
c) legalize
d) alter
deplete means b) empty, use up, exhaust
a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another
"The minister held talks with his French counterpart"
What does "abide by" mean?
a) to follow and obey
b) to be happy with
c)to be excited about
"abide by" means
a) to follow and obey a rule and/ or a decision
It might sound callous, but I don't care if he's homeless. He's not living with me!
What does "callous" mean in this sentence?
without sympathy or feeling for other people: heartless, cold, unfeeling.
Anything that is not harmful to the environment is considered:
a) altered
b) eco - friendly
c) repurposed
Anything that is not harmful to the environment is considered:
b) eco - friendly
There was a clear _____________ between body weight and the rate of wound healing.
a) correlation
b) empirical findings
c) misuse
There was a clear _____________ between body weight and the rate of wound healing.
a) correlation
Which of these words is not an adjective?
a) remarkable
b) torment
c) pervasive
d) high-strung
b) torment is a noun and a verb.
Describe or give a synonym for the word "delighted".
Delighted: feeling or showing great pleasure.
Synonyms: Glad, happy, overjoyed.
a) serious
b) intoxicating
c) miraculous
d) essential
thrilling means b) intoxicating
What does the verb "attune" mean?
a) accustom, adjust
b) repurpose and recycle
c) devastate and deplete
The verb "attune" means a) accustom, adjust
He has attuned himself to living in the quiet country
What does the phrasal verb "grapple with" mean? Describe or give a synonym.
"Grapple with" means to struggle with or to deal with a difficult problem or situation.
handle, face, confront, deal with.
What does the word "excessive" mean?
Excessive: more than is necessary.
Synonyms: Extreme; exaggerated; exorbitant
Use a content-specific vocabulary to complete this sentence:
The two men decided to _____________ their disagreement without going to court.
settle or resolve a disagreement.
Describe or use the phrase "endless reserves" in a sentence.
Unending supplies. "Endless reserves" implies a supply or quantity of something that is very large and seemingly without limit or a finite end.
Unfortunately, our planet doesn't have endless reserves of natural resources.
Fill in the blank with the missing word: Global warming, climate change, and depletion of the ozone layer may cause d___________________n to our environment.
devastation
Name three students who had the highest attendance rate (almost never missed a class) in this class this semester:
1) Ashley (100%)
2) Lina (99%)
3) Jade and Basmala (96%)
runner up: Christopher (95%)