Definition
gust
a sudden strong wind
Ugh! My pencil broke, and now I can't use it. I guess I'll throw it out.
What is the person trying to say about their pencil?
1. It's destroyed
2. It's expendable
2. It's expendable
equivalent
with the same value as something else
I wish I had my own room. My little sister is always interfering in my business!
What is the phrase that means 'interfere in'?
S____ y_____ n______ in
stick your nose in
perceive
to notice or become aware of something
Sometimes I wish I knew more about technology. My friend is an expert and knows everything about technology, including the latest software! Some would say she is a tech _________.
connoisseur
stick your nose in
to try to become involved in something that does not concern you
Ritz, in his too-small shoes, may have felt _______ by the presence of Princess Alexandra and the Duc d’Orléans.
1. modern
2. ennobled
2. ennobled
endownment
money that is given to an institution such as a school or college
Instead of spending your time doom-scrolling on your phone, try to do something that will feed both your mind and grow your talent. For example, playing video games can be a great way to spend your free time.
What is the author trying to say here?
1. Doom-scrolling is bad for you.
2. Playing video games is a productive activity.
2. Playing video games is a productive activity.