Journey L 5

There must be at least two opponents, or rivals in any competition. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• someone who competes against or fights another in a contest, game, or argument; a rival or adversary.

• something that looks exactly the same.

• relating to sight, especially in relation to the physical action of light.

• having a position on the other or further side of something; facing something, especially something of the same type.

Harsh, or brutal, weather can make running on the field very difficult. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• a late morning meal eaten instead of breakfast and lunch.

• punishingly hard or uncomfortable.

• very cold in temperature.

• incapable of producing any useful result; pointless.

A school is supposedly, or thought to be, where children learn a about the world. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• an evening meal, typically a light or informal one.

• ask or beg for something earnestly or humbly.

• showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements.

• according to what is generally assumed or believed.

Male parrots have gorgeous feathers. The rich colors help them compete for mates. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.

• enormous.

• beautiful; very attractive.

• a narrow valley between hills or mountains, typically with steep rocky walls and a stream running through it.

Don't be embarrassed or ashamed if you have tried your best but failed to win. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

• cause (someone) to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed.

• (of a person, action, or idea) showing an ability to take risks; confident and courageous.

• showing or giving emphasis; expressing something forcibly and clearly.

A clear photo of the finish line makes the winner of the race obvious. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• easily perceived or understood; clear, self-evident, or apparent.

• seeming real or true, but not necessarily so.

• relating to seeing or sight.

• having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

Plants compete for light. Typically, or usually, those that get more light grow faster. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• a category of people or things having common characteristics.

• form a mental image of; imagine.

• in most cases; usually.

• plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular area or habitat.

When strangers meet, shaking hands may be the preliminary, of first thing they do. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• denoting an action or event preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.

• an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances.

• a person who inspires or influences others, especially one prominent in a particular sphere.

• a preliminary examination, especially at a college.

The winner of the election made a broad, sweeping gesture to thank her supporters. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• wide in range or effect.

• clean (an area) by brushing away dirt or litter.

• he fact, state, or condition of being asleep.

• space or container from which the air has been completely or partly removed.

The judges officially declared this lamb to be the winner of the first-place blue ribbon. Read the sentence, the underlined word means:

• having the power to put plans, actions, or laws into effect.

• in a manner that is not officially authorized or confirmed.

• in a formal and public way.

• person holding public office or having official duties, especially as a representative of an organization or government department.