Vocabulary Quiz: Mystery in a Small Town (Suspicious Meal)

What does the word 'foraging' mean?

• Searching for food or provisions

• Looking for a job

• Hunting for treasure

• Exploring new places

Explain the phrase 'stark reminder' in your own words.

• A very clear and obvious reminder that is hard to ignore

• A reminder that is open to interpretation

• A reminder that is only relevant to a few people

• A subtle and easily overlooked reminder

Define the word 'scrutiny' and use it in a sentence.

• The scrutiny of the cake's ingredients revealed no sugar.

• The scrutiny of the cat's fur was meticulous and thorough.

• The scrutiny of the mountain's peak was breathtaking.

• The journalist's scrutiny of the government's actions revealed several inconsistencies.

How did the phrase 'sparked intense public interest' impact the situation?

• It led to a decrease in public attention

• It generated a lot of attention and curiosity from the public.

• It had no impact on the situation

• It caused the public to lose interest

What is the meaning of the word 'fateful' and provide an example of its usage.

• Having fortunate and positive consequences. Example: The fateful decision to invest in the stock market paid off.

• Having temporary and insignificant consequences. Example: The fateful decision to change schools was quickly forgotten.

• Having far-reaching and typically disastrous consequences. Example: The fateful decision to go to war had long-lasting effects on the country.

• Having no consequences. Example: The fateful decision to stay home had no impact on the outcome.

Describe the term 'estranged' and give an example of a situation where it can be used.

• He became estranged from his friends after getting a promotion.

• She became estranged from her family after winning the lottery.

• They became estranged from their neighbors after throwing a party.

• She became estranged from her family after moving to a different country.

Who or what is a 'culprit' and when is this term commonly used?

• A person or thing responsible for a crime or wrongdoing

• A synonym for 'hero' in a story

• A type of food commonly eaten for breakfast

• A term used to describe a friendly person

What does 'gravely ill' signify and when is it used?

• A mild and non-threatening condition of illness

• A term used for someone who is feeling slightly unwell

• A state of perfect health and wellness

• A very serious or critical condition of illness

Explain the term 'puzzling mystery' and provide an example of a situation that can be described as such.

• The disappearance of the ancient Mayan civilization is a puzzling mystery that continues to baffle historians and archaeologists.

• The construction of the Great Wall of China is a puzzling mystery that remains unsolved.

• The reason behind the changing of seasons is a puzzling mystery that scientists cannot solve.

• The invention of the wheel is a puzzling mystery that no one can explain.

In your own words, define the phrase 'sparked intense public interest'.

• Ignited mild public curiosity

• Generated weak public attention

• Caused minimal public interest

• Generated strong and widespread curiosity or attention from the public