Vocabulary Quiz on Environment and Nature

In the article, the forest was described as a sanctuary for endangered birds. What does the word sanctuary most likely mean?

• A dangerous place

• A safe place

• A large tree

• A hunting ground

The river became polluted after the factory dumped waste into it. The word polluted means…

• Made dirty

• Made clean

• Made beautiful

• Made deep

An eco-friendly car produces fewer emissions than a regular car. The word emissions refers to…

• Car speed

• Harmful gases

• Engine size

• Road signs

This car runs on renewable energy. The phrase renewable energy means…

• Energy that can be used again

• Energy that is expensive

• Energy from oil

• Energy that runs out quickly

Camels can store fat in their humps to survive in the desert. This is an example of…

• Reproduction

• Migration

• Adaptation

• Hibernation

Some fish have gills that allow them to breathe underwater. The word gills means…

• Fins for swimming

• Organs for breathing in water

• Scales for protection

• Teeth for eating

Owls can rotate their heads almost completely around. This natural ability helps them…

• Fly faster

• See in many directions

• Eat more food

• Swim better

Dolphins use echolocation to find food in the ocean. The word echolocation means…

• Seeing with eyes

• Using sound waves to locate objects

• Swimming in groups

• Diving deep in the water

The volcano erupted, sending lava flowing down its sides. The word lava means…

• Melted rock

• Hot air

• Dust and smoke

• Rainwater

After the eruption, a thick layer of ash covered the nearby town. The word ash most likely refers to…

• Cold snow

• Soft soil

• Powder from burned material

• Small stones