Unit 2 Lesson 1 Vocab

People have learned how to _______ animals such as dogs and cats to live comfortably with humans.

• build

• domesticate

• ignore

• release

Farmers use pipes to _______ their fields so the crops can grow well.

• cut

• decorate

• irrigate

• block

The new restaurant began to _______ after receiving positive reviews.

• collapse

• flourish

• vanish

• shrink

The _______ of Panama connects North and South America.

• desert

• valley

• isthmus

• mountain

The museum has a _______ collection of art from different cultures around the world.

• simple

• unique

• diverse

• identical

The rainforest is known for its _______ vegetation and vibrant plant life.

• barren

• sparse

• lush

• dry

Tourists often swim in _______ in Mexico, which are natural wells formed from sinkholes.

• caves

• rivers

• cenotes

• beaches

Her family tree shows that she is a _______ of a famous explorer from the 18th century.

• friend

• neighbor

• descendant

• coworker

In ancient history, the Roman _______ was known for its vast territories and powerful leaders.

• village

• empire

• city

• nation

To make the cake batter smooth, she used a _______ to separate the flour from any lumps.

• spoon

• sieve

• knife

• pan