Science of Unbreakable Things / Week 1/ Vocab Quiz

What does the word "amicably" mean?

• With anger and hostility

• In a friendly and cooperative manner

• With confusion and bewilderment

What is the meaning of the word "baffles"?

• Confuses or puzzles

• Excites or delights

• Helps or assists

Who is a "botanist"?

• A person who studies plants

• A person who studies rocks

• A person who studies stars

What does the word "gist" refer to?

• The main point or essence

• A small piece of paper

• A type of bird

What does the term "analogy" mean?

• A comparison between two things

• A detailed explanation

• A short story

What does "naive" mean?

• Experienced and wise

• Innocent and lacking experience

• Clever and cunning

What is a "snippet"?

• A small piece or brief extract

• A large portion of something

• A complete item

What are "chromosomes"?

• Tiny structures in cells that carry genetic information

• Units of time measurement

• Types of vegetables

What does the term "hybrid" mean?

• A combination of different things

• Something that is very old

• A type of fruit

What is a "hypothesis"?

• An educated guess or prediction

• A proven fact

• A random idea