Vocabulary Builder Part 4

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Question 1: Does the word “arium” mean water?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. “Arium” means place. There are many different types of places, of which several have none or only a little water.

Is a solarium a dark, cold place underground, like a cave?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. A solarium gets sunshine (solar means Sun) so is bright and is usually warm or hot.

Is astronomy the study of life on Earth?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. Astronomy is the study of everything beyond the Earth. Biology is the study of life on Earth. “Astro” means stars.

Is the job of an astronomer to go into space?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. An astronaut goes into space. An astronomer studies astronomy which includes stars and planets.

During an audition, does an actor try out for an acting job?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

Yes. An audition is like a job interview for performers like actors and musicians.

Does an audio track contain images like video and photos?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. “Audi” means hearing. An audio track is for sound like music and voices.

Could an audiologist assist someone who is hard of hearing?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

Yes. An audiologist can offer devices such as hearing aids.

Is an auditorium a place where people check out books and read in silence?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. “Audi” means hearing. An auditorium is a place to hear a performance or speech.