Open Court U3L4 Vocabulary

What does the word 'scholar' mean?

• A person who is not educated

• A person who is not interested in learning

• A person who is only interested in theoretical knowledge

• A person with deep knowledge in a particular field of study.

The ambassador worked at the embassy, where representatives from different countries met to discuss important issues and build friendships. What is the definition of an embassy?

• A place where people go to buy and sell goods others during the day

• A building where representatives from different countries work

• A location for entertainment and leisure activities

• A type of restaurant serving food from various cultures

The engineer designed a new bridge that would help cars cross the river safely and efficiently.

What is an 'engineer'?

• A person who writes stories and books

• A person who designs and builds structures or machines

• A person who teaches students in a classroom at a school

• A person who cooks food in a restaurant

What does the word 'abroad' mean?

• in or to a foreign country or countries

• in or to a different city or cities

• in or to a different state or states

• in or to a different continent or continents

What does the word 'captives' mean?

• people who have been released or freed

• people who have escaped captivity

• people who have willingly surrendered themselves

• people who have been captured or imprisoned

What does it mean to be 'stoic'?

• Easily agitated and emotional in the face of adversity or pain

• Indifferent and apathetic towards adversity or pain

• Calm and unemotional in the face of adversity or pain

• Excited and enthusiastic in the face of adversity or pain

The chef prepared a delicious stir-fry with fresh bamboo shoots, which added a crunchy texture and a unique flavor to the dish. What does the word 'shoots' mean?

• Long sticks used for fishing

• B) Young stems or new growths of plants
  

• A way to take pictures with a camera

• A type of candy or dessert that takes time to prepare

What does it mean to be 'reprimanded'?

• To be praised or rewarded for a job well done.

• To be scolded or admonished for a wrongdoing or mistake.

• To be ignored or overlooked for a wrongdoing or mistake.

• To be forgiven and not face any consequences for a wrongdoing or mistake.

What does the word 'betrayal' mean?

• The act of being disloyal or unfaithful to someone.

• The act of being supportive and reliable to someone.

• The act of being honest and trustworthy to someone.

• The act of being loyal and faithful to someone.

What does it mean to be 'inseparable'?

• Unable to be separated or divided

• Temporarily inseparable

• Partially separable

• Able to be separated or divided