Meaning of words and phrases

1. What does the word blaring mean as it is used on page 627? 

They had to, because  in the background the TV was always blaring.

• Playing

• Being watched

• Loud

• Off

2. What word matches the definition of "to be grateful for"?

• introduce

• appreciate

• suggest

3. What word matches the following definition "To bring forward for consideration"?

• introduce

• appreciate

• suggest

4. What words matches the following definition "To make someone known by name to another person"?

• introduce

• appreciate

• suggest

5. Part A: What is the meaning of the word combination as it is used in the text?

The combination of being nocturnal and being bombarded with sight and sound kept me wide-awake.

• Different parts joined together

• Lack of sleep

• Hearing many sounds

• Password for a locker

6. Part B: Select the phrase from the text that helps you understand the meaning of the word combination.

• nocturnal and being bombarded with sight and sound

•  wide-awake

•  exercise machines

• no choice

7. Part A: What does the word feats mean as it is used in the text on page 630?

Then, with Great Effort, I managed to pull out the plug; one of the most difficult feats of my life.  

• Moving quietly

•  Exciting event

• Once in a lifetime

• Achievement that requires skill or courage

8. Part B: Select the phrase from the text that helps you understand the meaning of the word feats.

• no one could hear me skittering

• outside of the room

• Then, with Great Effort,

•  of my life