Vocabulary 2.9

Eclipse: ________ an obscuring of the light from one celestial body by the passage of another between it and the observer.

• What is

• What are

• What was

• What were

Osprey: ________ a large fish-eating bird of prey with long, narrow wings and a white underside, and crown, found throughout the world.

• is

• are

• was

• were

Aneurysm: ________ an excessive localized enlargement of an artery caused by a weakening of the artery wall.

• is

• are

• was

• were

Alcove: ________ a recess, typically in the wall of a room or of a garden.

• What is an alcove?

• A type of furniture

• A type of plant

• A type of painting

Affidavit: ________ a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court.

• Affidavit

• Testimony

• Deposition

• Certificate

Calisthenics: ________ gymnastic exercises to achieve bodily fitness and grace of movement.

• Calisthenics

• Aerobics

• Yoga

• Pilates

Reverence: ________ deep respect for someone or something.

• deep respect for someone or something

• a lack of respect for someone or something

• a feeling of indifference

• a sense of superiority

Turnstile: ________ a mechanical gate consisting of revolving horizontal arms fixed to a vertical post, allowing only one person at a time to pass through.

• is

• are

• was

• were

Foyer: ________ an entrance hall or other open area in a building used by the public, especially a hotel or theater.

• Foyer

• Lobby

• Atrium

• Vestibule

Fumigate: ________ apply the fumes of certain chemicals to (an area) to disinfect it or to rid it of vermin.

• to

• from

• with

• by