ESL 4 IRL Vocabulary Quiz Wk1-2

Elijah went on a school trip to Paris. He bought an Eiffel Tower miniature to keep as a memory of the trip. What is this item that Elijah bought called?

• A type of food

• A type of clothing

• A form of transportation

• An item kept as a reminder or memento

Abigail watched a movie about mountain climbing and felt as if she was experiencing the thrill and danger herself. What is the term for experiencing something through another person's actions or feelings, like Abigail did?

• vicariously

• personally

• directly

• indirectly

Michael, Anika, and Aiden are discussing the meaning of the word 'wag'. Michael says, 'The meaning of the word 'wag' depends on the context.' Anika thinks it's a type of dog breed. Aiden believes it refers to a person who tells jokes. However, another friend suggests that 'wag' means to move from side to side. Who is correct?

• Michael is correct, the meaning of the word 'wag' depends on the context.

• Anika is correct, the word 'wag' is a type of dog breed.

• Aiden is correct, the word 'wag' refers to a person who tells jokes.

• The other friend is correct, the word 'wag' means to move from side to side.

Henry noticed that Harper and Mia were closely observing something in the school. In this context, what is the action of Harper and Mia best described as?

• Analyzing data from social media

• Taking photographs of landscapes

• Surveillance

• Recording audio conversations

Oliver, William, and Kai were in a debate competition. Oliver made a point that William didn't agree with. William responded with a 'smirk'. What does 'smirk' mean in this context?

• A smug, conceited, or sly smile.

• A blank expression.

• A frown or scowl.

• A genuine, warm smile.

Lily noticed a bump on Liam's arm after he fell off his bike. Michael, who is studying medicine, explained that it might be a 'swelling'. What does 'swelling' mean in this context?

• An abnormal enlargement or increase in size of a body part or area due to fluid accumulation or inflammation.

• An abnormal enlargement or increase in size of a body part or area due to muscle growth.

• A normal size of a body part or area without any fluid accumulation or inflammation.

• A decrease in size of a body part or area due to fluid accumulation or inflammation.

David, Zoe, and Avery are planning a winter trip. They decide to buy scarves. What is the correct plural form of the word 'scarf' they should use while searching online?

• scarves

• scarfs

• scarvies

• scarvess

Aria, Zoe, and Benjamin are playing a game of tag. If Benjamin is 'it', what does he need to do to Zoe?

• He needs to lead or guide Zoe

• He needs to ignore or disregard Zoe

• He needs to follow or chase after Zoe

• He needs to avoid or run away from Zoe

After a long day at school, Nora, William, and Rohan were sitting in the park. Nora suddenly emitted a long, deep audible breath. What is the meaning of the action Nora just did?

• To emit a long, deep audible breath as an expression of sadness, relief, tiredness, or similar emotions.

• To emit a short, high-pitched breath as an expression of happiness or excitement.

• To emit a short, shallow breath as an expression of surprise or shock.

• To emit a long, deep audible breath as an expression of anger or frustration.

Ava is working on a science project about various chemical compounds. She came across formaldehyde. Can you help Benjamin and Scarlett understand what formaldehyde is?

• Formaldehyde is a chemical compound used in various industries and as a preservative.

• Formaldehyde is a type of metal used in construction.

• Formaldehyde is a type of fabric used in clothing manufacturing.

• Formaldehyde is a type of food additive used to enhance flavor.