ALAS Vocabulary: Weeks 1-2

During a class discussion, Vanessa mentioned feeling "nostalgic" about her childhood. What does the word "nostalgic" mean?

• Feeling excited about the future

• Feeling warmly sentimental about the past

• Feeling indifferent about the present

• Feeling regretful about the future

Which of the following is a synonym for "nostalgic"?

• Indifferent

• Excited

• Sentimental

• Anxious

What emotion is associated with being nostalgic?

• Happiness about the future

• Regret for something that is gone

• Indifference to the past

• Anxiety about the present

During a class discussion, Anthony mentioned that smartphones have become ubiquitous. What does the word "ubiquitous" mean?

• Rare and hard to find

• Present, appearing, or found everywhere

• Only found in specific places

• Temporary and short-lived

Which of the following is a synonym for "ubiquitous"?

• Scarce

• Unique

• Omnipresent

• Absent

During the school festival, because the police presence was ubiquitous, Mirna and Anthony felt safe. What does "ubiquitous" imply about the police presence?

• The police were rarely seen

• The police were present everywhere

• The police were only at the entrance

• The police were absent

What does the word "apprehensive" mean?

• Excited and eager

• Worried and fearful

• Confident and assured

• Indifferent and unconcerned

Which of the following is a synonym for "apprehensive"?

• Relaxed

• Anxious

• Joyful

• Indifferent

In the sentence "With recent job cuts, Kate is apprehensive about losing her job," what is Kate feeling?

• Excited

• Confident

• Worried

• Indifferent

During a group discussion, Mirna and Anthony both expressed their opinions. What does it mean if they concur?

• To disagree

• To argue

• To agree

• To ignore