VERBAL_ ARSENAL#1

After years of silence, the two countries began to thaw their relationship. What does "thaw" mean here?

• Freeze again

• Become friendlier or less tense

• Avoid each other

• Break into conflict

A bilateral treaty was signed between the two nations. What does "bilateral" mean?

• One-sided

• Aggressive

• Involving two sides or countries

• Informal

The two teams disputed the final score. What does "disputed" mean?

• Accepted

• Ignored

• Agreed Upon

• Argued over

What does it mean to mediate a disagreement?

• Leave the conversation

• Help both sides settle the issue

• Choose a winner

• Make things worse

A small skirmish broke out near the border. What is a skirmish?

• Peace treaty

• Minor, brief fight

• Long battle

• Celebration

If tensions escalate, they:

• Calm down

• Disappear

• Increase in seriousness

• End peacfully

There was a lot of friction between the new manager and the team. What does this mean?

• Smooth cooperation

• Conflict or tension

• Fun competition

• Physical heat

The government passed laws to curb pollution. What does "curb" mean?

• Encourage

• Measure

• Control or limit

• Increase

A pilgrim is someone who

• Fights for land

• Travels for religious reasons

• Collects taxes

• Lives near a river
  

The temple is considered sacred by many. What does "sacred" mean?

• Old and useless

• Dangerous

• Holy or highly respected

• Expensive