GEP 9a-A Quiz: Vocabulary; Cause and Effect

The computer crashed, so I couldn’t finish my homework on time.
What happened because the computer crashed?

• I started a new project
• I couldn’t finish my homework

• I submitted my homework late
• I completed my homework on time

If an idea is 'revolutionary', how does it impact society?

• It reinforces existing traditions and beliefs.

• It transforms societal norms and structures, leading to significant change.

• It has no effect on people's daily lives.

• It creates confusion and uncertainty without any clear direction.

What happens when a ball 'bounces' off the ground?

• The ball compresses and then rebounds, bouncing back up.

• The ball stays flat on the ground.

• The ball disappears upon impact.

• The ball rolls away without bouncing.

We missed the bus because we left the house too late.
What is the effect of leaving the house too late?

• We took a taxi
• We missed the bus

• We missed our appointment
• We arrived on time

What does it mean to 'modify' something?

• To enhance the quality of something.

• To remove something completely.

• To keep something unchanged.

• To change or alter something.

Since the roads were icy, school was closed for the day.
What caused the school to be closed?

• Icy roads

• There was a fire drill
• The principal was on vacation
• A teacher was late

What is a 'layer' in the context of a cake?

• A layer is the total height of the cake.

• A layer is a type of frosting used on cakes.

• A layer is a distinct horizontal section of a cake.

• A layer is the decoration on top of a cake.

What does it mean to 'descend' in a context of a mountain?

• To stay at the same elevation on a mountain.

• To climb higher on a mountain.

• To move sideways across a mountain.

• To move downwards on a mountain.

Anna practiced her speech every day, so she felt confident on stage.
What made Anna feel confident?

• She practiced every day

• D) She had stage fright
• B) She got help from her friend
• A) She wrote a good speech

What does 'nutritional' imply about food?

• It indicates the food is only for weight loss.

• It suggests the food is low in calories.

• It means the food is primarily made of sugar.

• It implies that the food provides essential nutrients for health.