Vocabulary revision

In our class schedule, there's a/an ________ between the chemistry lab and the math lecture, so some students have to choose which one to attend as they can't be in two places at once.

• interval

• assurance

• overlap

• ambiguity

The author's ________ writing style made it easy for readers to identify his novels, even without seeing the cover.

• distinctive

• crucial

• preliminary

• gradual

With their similar architectural styles, cobblestone streets, and historical landmarks such as castles, old bridges, and cathedrals, most European cities, especially those in Germany, ________ one another, which creates a sense of familiarity whenever you visit them.

• compile

• resemble

• manifest

• distinguish

Throughout history, many communities have fought against a variety of terrible ________, ranging from deadly diseases to devastating natural disasters.

• indications

• biases

• afflictions

• contradictions

Living organisms, which can be ________ into various categories such as plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms, interact with their environments in ways that help maintain ecological balance.

• identified

• classified

• exploited

• exhibited

In 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope to ________ some of the mysteries of our early universe, with the expectation of gaining unprecedented views of it.

• unravel

• enrage

• vary

• feature

The prices of cryptocurrencies can ________ dramatically within a short period, causing uncertainty for investors. Various factors, such as sudden changes in market demand, government regulations, and news events, can cause prices to rise or fall unexpectedly.

• deny

• eliminate

• erode

• fluctuate

The surveillance camera footage was so ________ that it was impossible to identify the person responsible for the vandalism. A much clearer and more detailed image was required.

• rigid

• distorted

• severe

• noteworthy

The ________ rules at the boarding school left little room for flexibility as students were expected to adhere to a fixed schedule and follow strict discipline.

• preliminary

• crucial

• random

• rigid

Before conducting the main experiment, the scientists performed ________ tests to ensure the equipment was functioning correctly and the methodology was sound.

• controversial

• gradual

• preliminary

• prevalent