Passages 2_Unit 2

Front

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'My parents discouraged me from ______________ (spend) too much on clothing.'?

Back

spending

Front

True or False: Doug thinks stores only sell old-fashioned clothes.

Back

False

Front

Choose the adjective that best matches the description: 'Gemma has never seen anything bad happen to anybody.'

Back

innocent

Front

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'I had my shoes repaired since my mom advised me not ______________ (throw) them out.'?

Back

to throw

Front

Choose the adjective that best matches the description: 'Laura is always on time and prepared for every meeting.'

Back

trustworthy

Front

Define the term 'adjective'.

Back

A word that describes a noun or pronoun.

Front

What is the purpose of using the gerund form of a verb?

Back

To indicate an action in a continuous or ongoing state.

Front

What is the difference between 'to spend' and 'spending'?

Back

'To spend' is the infinitive form, while 'spending' is the gerund form used as a noun.

Front

What does it mean if someone is described as 'trustworthy'?

Back

It means they are reliable and can be depended upon.

Front

What is the role of context in determining the meaning of a word?

Back

Context helps clarify the meaning of a word based on how it is used in a sentence.