TRS5_Linguistics_Part 2

In a movie, actors wait for a specific cue, like a raised hand or a certain sound, to begin their scene.

• Question: What does the word "cue" mean?

• • a) A signal to start something

• • b) A small item used in a game

• • c) A utensil used in cooking

• • d) A type of clothing for the feet

When you press a button on your TV remote, it allows you to change channels or adjust the volume. In this case, pressing the button "enables" you to control the TV.

• Question: In the context of action, what does "enable" (v) imply?

• • a) To disable or block

• • b) To make possible

• • c) To confuse or complicate

• • d) To ignore or neglect

Before sending out a newsletter, a writer double-checks to ensure there are no mistakes.

Question: What does "ensure" mean?

• • a) To predict or forecast

• • b) To make sure

• • c) To postpone or delay

• • d) To criticize or condemn

When you type on your computer, the words you put in are called "input." It's like giving commands to the computer by using the keyboard.

• Question: How is the term "input" (n) commonly defined?

• • a) The process of taking something out

• • b) Information entered into a system

• • c) A device used for output

• • d) A method of communication

Imagine someone talking in a way that doesn't make sense at all, like saying random words. This kind of talk is often called "nonsense."

• Question: What is the meaning of "nonsense" ?

• • a) Meaningful and logical information

• • b) Absurd or meaningless language

• • c) Sensible and reasonable statements

• • d) Poetic and moving conversation

When planning a party, it's important to do certain things before the actual day, like buying decorations or preparing food. These actions are often referred to as things done "prior to" the party.

• Question: What is the preposition "prior to" indicating?

• • a) Currently

• • b) After

• • c) During

• • d) Before

Imagine a painting where the colors slowly change from light to dark. This gentle and not immediately noticeable change is often described as "subtle."

• Question: How would you describe something that is "subtle"?

• • a) Obvious and overt

• • b) Bold and prominent

• • c) Soft and indistinct

• • d) Loud and intrusive

People who strongly believe in protecting the environment and actively follow eco-friendly practices can be called "adherents" to environmentalism.

• Question: What does the term "adherent" refer to?

• • a) A person who opposes an idea

• • b) A person who supports something

• • c) A person who follows a religion or philosophy

• • d) A person dislikes a political movement

Imagine you are a teacher assigning seats to students in the classroom. Without using any particular criteria or specific logic, you decide where each student will sit. This decision might be described as "arbitrary."

• Question: How would you define the term "arbitrary" (adj)?

• • a) Deliberate

• • b) Random

• • c) Fixed

• • d) Logical

10. Imagine you are a good storyteller sharing a fun story with your friends. As you tell the story, you use details and twists that "draw" your friends in, making them want to hear more about.

• Question: In the context of a verb, what does "draw" (v) mean?

• • a) To create a picture or design

• • b) To attract or interest somebody

• • c) To erase or eliminate something

• • d) To finish or complete something quickly