Vocabulary (1-3)

Which of the following is the best definition of the word "abandon"?

• To continue in one place

• To leave something permanently

• To protect and care for

• To build up over time

An ancestor is:

• A future family member

• A distant relative from the past

• A close friend

• A mythical creature

The bacteria in the water caused people to get sick. What is the most likely meaning of bacteria in this sentence?

• Small plants

• Harmful chemicals

• Microscopic organisms

• Large predators

Which of the following best defines the word ambition?

• The desire to achieve something

• The act of giving up

• The feeling of peace

• The process of investigating

The balloon drifted high into the sky. What does the word balloon refer to in this sentence?

• A musical instrument

• A large floating object

• A flexible bag filled with air or gas

• A type of toy

When you have an alternative, you:

• Have no other options available

• Can choose between two or more options

• Are required to make a decision

• Are unable to change the situation

The ecosystem of the forest was damaged by pollution. Which of the following best describes ecosystem?

• A small house made of wood

• A community of living organisms and their environment

• A large machine that generates electricity

• A single living plant

Which of the following describes a mythical creature?

• A very large animal found in forests

• An imaginary being from legends or stories

• A rare species that scientists have discovered

• An animal that exists only in deserts

The store specializes in retail. This means the store:

• Manufactures products

• Sells goods directly to the public

• Provides food for large events

• Distributes large quantities of goods

The immune system helps protect the body from illness. What is the most likely meaning of immune in this sentence?

• Resistant to infection or disease

• Easily infected

• Unaware of danger

• Affected by all types of illness