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WorksheetsHow to Survive in the Desert - Vocabulary Quiz
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 11mins
What does “sparsely” mean?
Extremely hot or humid
Thinly scattered or in small numbers
Quickly or violently
A way to signal for help
Which best matches the meaning of “duration”?
The length of time something lasts
A bright piece of clothing
A tall cactus
A layer of protection
Which best describes “distress” (as in a “distress signal”)?
A safe and comfortable location
Serious danger or need for help
A type of desert flower
A broken-down vehicle
What is the meaning of “heat prostration”?
A sudden, heavy rainstorm
A serious medical condition caused by very high temperatures and lack of bodily fluids
A winter illness caused by extreme cold
A location with shade and water
What is “hypothermia”?
A dangerous drop in body temperature
A large group of desert animals
Heat stroke from extreme heat
A common desert plant
Which answer matches the meaning of “evaporation”?
The process by which a liquid changes to a gas
A desert plant with thorns
A wide canyon in the mountains
The slow cooling of the body at night
In the text, it says, “Don’t ration water.” Which answer best describes the meaning of the word “ration” in that sentence?
To fill containers with water
To strictly limit or control the amount used
To share resources freely
To waste supplies unnecessarily
What does “vegetation” mean?
Animals in desert climates
A sign that indicates trouble
Plants, trees, or greenery in an area
Extra supplies kept in your car
What does “pith” refer to (like in a cactus or an orange)?
The outer spines on a cactus
The thick bark found on trees
The soft, spongy tissue in certain plants
The flower petals of a cactus
In the context of hiking, “blazes” are:
Brightly glowing embers in a fire
Loud alarm signals in the wilderness
Marks or signs that show a trail
Swift changes in the weather
Which best matches the meaning of “flash flood”?
A slow-moving, shallow stream
A sudden, fast-moving flood of water
A permanent desert spring
A reflection from the sun
What does “mushy” mean (for car hoses)?
A tire without enough air
Soft or squishy when it should be firm
Completely dried out
Covered in layers of grime
What does “inflation” refer to in car maintenance?
Filling tires with air to the correct pressure
Using heavy chains on tires
Changing the car’s oil
Filling the gas tank with fuel
Which best matches the meaning of “punctured”?
Protected or sealed up
Pierced or cut so that a hole is created
Weighed down and unable to move
Packed tightly into a small area
