Amazing Inventions: Vocabulary

What is the most suitable meaning of the underlined word?

The printing press revolutionized communication by making books widely available.

• completely changed

• improved a little

• became outdated

• looked interesting

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the best meaning for the underlined word?

The prototype for the airplane was a glider, a wingless aircraft that could stay airborne for short periods.

• 1. powerful engine

• final product

• first model

• broken machine

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the best meaning for the underlined word?

The self-cleaning oven is a great example of a labor-saving invention that makes life easier.

• 1. expensive

• dangerous

• 1. time-consuming

• 1. time-saving

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the best meaning for the underlined word?

The widespread use of smartphones has changed the way we connect with each other.

• occasional

• very limited

• surprising

• extremely common

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the best meaning for the underlined word?

The intricate design of the solar panel allows it to convert sunlight into electricity.

• simple

• complex

• loud

• colorful

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the best meaning for the underlined word?

The invention of penicillin was a major breakthrough in medicine, saving countless lives.

• discovery

• mistake

• 1. delay

• argument

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the best meaning for the underlined word?

The versatile nature of the bicycle allows it to be used for transportation, exercise, and fun.

• beautiful

• fast

• 1. multipurpose

• uncomfortable

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

What is the best meaning for the underlined word?

The durability of the steel beams makes them perfect for building strong bridges and skyscrapers.

• 1. color

• 1. weight

• 1. strength

• smell

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the best meaning of the underlined word?

The discovery of antibiotics has made it possible to combat many infectious diseases.

• spread

• create

• ignore

• fight

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the best meaning of the underlined word?

The internet has become an integral part of modern life, connecting people and information globally.

• surprising

• unimportant

• boring

• important

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D