Chapter 2, Building Vocabulary Skills (5ed)

In a team meeting, when two or more members are exchanging ideas to reach a consensus, what is this process called?

• C) Monologue

• B) Chatting

• A) Argument

• D) Dialogue

During the renovation of the city library, the construction was described as '__' due to the scale of work involved.

• A) Erratic

• B) Extensive

• D) Illuminate

• C) Fortify

During a chess tournament, if a player does not show up for their match, they automatically 'forfeit' the game. What does 'forfeit' mean in this context?

• A) Gain

• D) Obtain

• B) Surrender

• C) Keep

In the context of enhancing the security of a medieval castle, what does 'fortify' mean?

• C) Destroy

• A) Weaken

• D) Diminish

• B) Strengthen

During a power outage, what does a flashlight help to do in a dark room?

• B) Illuminate

• A) Darken

• C) Warm

• D) Change

In a laboratory experiment, if a scientist wants to isolate a specific bacteria strain from a mixed culture, what does 'isolate' mean in this context?

• B) Separate

• A) Combine

• C) Unite

• D) Merge

During a storm, people often seek a 'refuge'. What does 'refuge' mean in this context?

• A) Shelter

• B) Exposure

• C) Vulnerability

• D) Insecurity

During a high school reunion, Sarah starts to reminisce about their senior trip. What does 'reminisce' mean in this context?

• D) Ignore

• C) Disregard

• B) Recall and talk about

• A) Forget and leave behind

His _______ behavior is very concerning.

The picture that looks like a city can be described as