Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of “chronometer”?

• A device to measure temperature

• A stopwatch

• A type of crystal

• A scientific study of rocks

Which word means “a device used to measure temperature”?

• Chronometer

• Ecology

• Thermometer

• Insulator

The study of interactions between organisms and their environment is called ____.

• Geology

• Ecology

• Atmosphere

• Chronometer

Which word refers to “the layer of gases surrounding the Earth”?

• Substance

• Atmosphere

• Autobiography

• Insulator

The scientific study of Earth’s physical structure and substance is called ____.

• Ecology

• Geology

• Thermometer

• Autobiography

A book written by someone about their own life is called ____.

• Biography

• Novel

• Autobiography

• Chronicle

What is another word for “material”?

• Interest

• Insulator

• Substance

• Typical

“Curiosity” is a synonym for ____.

• Insulator

• Interest

• Atmosphere

• Rust

Which pair of words have opposite meanings?

• Accidental - Deliberate

• Coat - Cover

• Exceptional - Excellent

• Chronometer - Thermometer

What is the function of an electrical insulator?

• It conducts electricity

• It prevents electricity from passing through

• It increases temperature

• It absorbs water