Vocabulary Part 1

Grandma quietly opened a window slightly and peeked out. She notice two men LURKING outside the unit. What is the meaning of the word 'LURKING'?

• peeking from

• staying hidden

• pacing around

• moving stealthily

Grandma video recorded their actions on her handphone. She also wrote down DETAILED descriptions of their appearance. What is the meaning of the word 'detailed'?

• distinct

• organised

• meticulous

• complicated

After a few unsuccessful attempts at PICKING the lock, the two offenders fled the scene. What is the meaning of the word ' picking'?

• opening

• breaking

• shaking

• changing

Grandma immediately contacted the police and RELAYED the crucial information she had gathered. What is the meaning of the word ' relayed'?

• spread

• transferred

• transmitted

• communicated

The culprits were APPREHENDED within an hour of the police report at a nearby block. What is the meaning of the word 'apprehended'?

• tagged

• nabbed

• pinned

• stopped

While pet owners are certain about the immediate joys that come with having an animal companion, many are YET TO BE aware of the health benefits that accompany pet ownership. What is the meaning of the word ' yet to be'?

• not

• still

• very

• quiet

The therapeutic effects DERIVED from stroking and cuddling a pet can calm and soothe one in times of stress. What is the meaning of the word ' derived'?

• procured

• obtained

• developed

• established

Having a pet EASES loneliness, which is a major health issue as people experience social isolation. What is the meaning of the word 'eases'?

• pacifies

• expedites

• alleviates

• simplifies

This, IN TURN, can boost one's moods. What is the meaning of the word 'in turn'?

• sequentially

• alternatively

• understandably

• subsequently

Of course, one need not be CONFINED to keeping cats or dogs. What is the meaning of the word 'confined'?

• obliged

• attached

• restricted

• compelled