Understanding Key Vocabulary Terms

What is the primary meaning of the word "safety"?

• The state of being free from danger or harm

• The act of moving quickly

• A type of insurance policy

• A method of transportation

Which of the following best describes the word "carefully"?

• In a hurried manner

• With great attention to detail or caution

• Without any concern

• In a random order

What does it mean to be "allergic" to something?

• To have a strong liking for it

• To be indifferent towards it

• To have an adverse reaction to it

• To be completely unaware of it

The word "serious" is best defined as:

• Playful and lighthearted

• Solemn or thoughtful in character

• Extremely humorous

• Unimportant or trivial

What does the word "furious" mean?

• Extremely angry

• Very happy

• Slightly annoyed

• Completely calm

An "eruption" is best described as:

• A gentle breeze

• A sudden outbreak or explosion

• A slow-moving river

• A quiet whisper

What is the meaning of the word "criteria"?

• A single rule or standard

• A set of principles or standards by which something is judged

• A type of measurement tool

• A random selection process

The term "calculation" refers to:

• A guess or estimation

• A mathematical determination of size or number

• A type of artistic expression

• A form of communication

What does "orbit" mean in an astronomical context?

• A type of star

• The path of a celestial body around another body

• A type of telescope

• A form of light

"Spheres" are best described as:

• Flat surfaces

• Three-dimensional round objects

• Sharp-edged tools

• Types of musical instruments