Exploring Wonders 5.3 Vocabulary

What does the word 'wonders' mean in this context?

• feelings of indifference

• a state of confusion

• feelings of amazement or admiration

• a type of physical pain

Provide a synonym for the word 'explore'.

• study

• examine

• analyze

• investigate

What is an antonym for 'curious'?

• eager

• inquisitive

• indifferent

• enthusiastic

Use the word 'marvel' in a sentence that shows its meaning.

• I marvel at how quickly I can run.

• I marvel at the beauty of the night sky filled with stars.

• The marvel of the ocean is its depth.

• She marveled at the taste of the soup.

What prefix can be added to 'happy' to indicate the opposite?

• dis-

• anti-

• non-

• un-

Identify the suffix in the word 'wonderful'.

• -ful

• -ly

• -ing

• -ness

What is the relationship between 'discover' and 'find'?

• 'Discover' and 'find' are synonyms with the same meaning.

• 'Discover' implies uncovering something new, while 'find' means to locate something.

• 'Discover' refers to something that is lost, while 'find' is about gaining knowledge.

• 'Discover' is a more casual term compared to 'find' which is formal.

Choose the correct word: 'The scientist made a significant (discovery/discoverying) in her research.'

• discoveryed

• discovey

• discovry

• discovery

What does the word 'inquire' mean?

• To provide a detailed answer without being asked.

• To make a formal complaint about something.

• To ask for information or seek knowledge.

• To ignore a question or request.

Provide a synonym for 'remarkable' that fits the context of wonders.

• unremarkable

• ordinary

• extraordinary

• mundane