MINI TEST ON VOCABULARY WEEK 4

1. Fill in the blank: "Recent research has revealed that many people are deficient ___ iodine."

• In

• For

• With

• Of

2. What is the definition of the term "antioxidant"?

•  A type of mineral found in volcanic rocks

• A chemical substance that prevents or slows down the damage that oxygen does to organisms

• A compound used to enhance the flavor of food

  
  

• A medication used to treat allergies

  
  

 3. Which of the following is a synonym for the phrase "keep your immune system in tiptop order"?

• Ignore the immune system

  
  

• Weaken the immune system

  
  

• Maintain a robust immune system

  
  

• Boost allergies and illnesses

  
  

4. 4. According to the sentence “Seaweed is high in fibre, which [...] is also great for maintaining optimum gut health”, what does it mean for seaweed to be "high in fibre"?

• Seaweed is located in elevated areas

  
  

• Seaweed grows to tall heights due to fibre consumption

•  Seaweed has a low fiber content

  
  

• Seaweed contains a significant amount of fibre

  
  

5. What does the term "forage" mean in the sentence "It's easy to forage edible seaweeds around the UK"?

• Seeking

• Cultivating

• Purchasing

• Fishing

6. What is the ANTONYM of "absorb" as used in the following sentence: "But while all other seaweeds are not poisonous, they can absorb heavy metals and toxins when found in poor-quality water"?

•  Emit

• Eliminate

• Contaminate

• Uptake

7. Fill in the blank: “Coffee shops are not just places to grab a caffeine ___, but they also provide opportunities to connect with others or simply savor a few moments to yourself.”

• Rush

• Boost

• Fix

• Break

8. What sound do domestic cats typically make when they are content or relaxed?

• Roaring

• Purring

• Barking

• Howling

9. Fill in the blank: “To build a relationship with another human, it's often necessary to commit to ___ about them, what they like and dislike and how best to respond to their needs.”

• Learned

• Learning

•  Learn

•  Learner

10. Fill in the blank: "Nurturing a relationship with the animal kingdom can ___ a whole new world."

• Close off

• Foster

•  Unlock

• Destroy