Vocabulary Quiz WW8 L2

To derive a piece of information is to

• read about it.

• write about it.

• obtain it through reasoning.

• obtain it from the Internet.

To electrify a home is to equip it with

• a swimming pool.

• solar heating.

• gas heating.

• electricity.

A store's inventory is

• its stock of items on hand.

• the kinds of items it sells.

• its location.

• its staff of employees.

A grimace is a facial expression that shows

• shocked surprise.

• peaceful contentment.

• pain, contempt, or disgust.

• disappointment.

An endeavor is a serious

• discussion.

• crime.

• error of judgment.

• effort to reach a goal.

Abrasion is the process of

• wearing or rubbing away through friction.

• climbing to a higher elevation.

• becoming disorganized through lack of leadership.

• building up layers of soil over time.

When a patient suffers from dehydration, his or her body needs

• exercise.

• fresh air.

• food.

• water.

Robin derives enjoyment from exercising. In this sentence, derives means

• gives others.

• gets.

• wishes she could get.

• does not expect to get.

When might someone step gingerly?

• when dancing to loud music

• when trying to avoid broken glass

• when hurrying to catch a bus

• when strolling happily through the park

Which is abrasive?

• sandpaper

• clay

• plastic wrap

• mashed potatoes