Lesson 2: Weeks 4, 5, & 6 Applying Meanings
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Which of the following might be vulnerable?
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A young child
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A wounded animal
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An undefended city
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A trusting person
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Select the answers of each correct question. Questions may have more than one correct answer. Select all that apply.
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In which of the following places might you find solitude?
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A busy airport
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A crowded theater
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A log cabin in Alaska
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An uninhabited island
Correct Answer(s)
A. A log cabin in Alaska
A. An uninhabited islandExplanation
Solitude refers to being alone or in a peaceful and isolated environment. A busy airport and a crowded theater are both places where there are many people and noise, making it difficult to find solitude. On the other hand, a log cabin in Alaska and an uninhabited island are both remote and secluded locations, providing the opportunity for solitude. These places are away from the hustle and bustle of society, allowing individuals to enjoy peace, quiet, and solitude.Rate this question:
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Which of the following can be astute?
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A reply
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A person
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A solution
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An advertisement
Correct Answer(s)
A. A reply
A. A person
A. A solutionExplanation
Astuteness refers to the ability to accurately assess situations and make shrewd decisions. All of the options listed - a reply, a person, a solution, and an advertisement - can potentially possess astuteness. A reply can be astute if it demonstrates cleverness and insight. Similarly, a person can be astute if they consistently exhibit sharp judgment and intelligence. A solution can be considered astute if it shows a keen understanding of the problem and offers an effective resolution. Lastly, an advertisement can be astute if it is cleverly designed to capture attention and persuade the target audience.Rate this question:
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Which of the following occurred prior to 1990?
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The 2000 Olympics
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The 2004 World Series
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The 1984 Olympics
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The 1993 Florida hurricane
Correct Answer
A. The 1984 OlympicsExplanation
The 1984 Olympics occurred prior to 1990.Rate this question:
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Which of the following are mythical creatures?
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Mermaids
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Unicorns
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Dragons
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Dinosaurs
Correct Answer(s)
A. Mermaids
A. Unicorns
A. DragonsExplanation
Mermaids, unicorns, and dragons are all mythical creatures. Mermaids are legendary aquatic creatures with the upper body of a human and the tail of a fish. Unicorns are mythical horse-like creatures with a single horn on their forehead. Dragons are legendary creatures with reptilian or serpentine traits, often depicted as breathing fire. Dinosaurs, on the other hand, were real creatures that lived millions of years ago and are not considered mythical.Rate this question:
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Which of the following are predators?
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Wolves
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Gorillas
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Spiders
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Sharks
Correct Answer(s)
A. Wolves
A. Spiders
A. SharksExplanation
Wolves, spiders, and sharks are all predators. Wolves are carnivorous mammals that hunt and feed on other animals. Spiders are also carnivorous and catch and kill their prey using webs or venomous bites. Sharks are large, predatory fish that feed on other fish and marine animals. Gorillas, on the other hand, are herbivores and primarily eat plant material, so they are not predators.Rate this question:
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Which of the following might be devoured?
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Important news
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An interesting novel
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A batch of cookies
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Elevator music
Correct Answer(s)
A. Important news
A. An interesting novel
A. A batch of cookiesExplanation
The items listed in the question can all be devoured or consumed. "Important news" can be devoured by reading or listening to it attentively. "An interesting novel" can be devoured by reading it with excitement or interest. "A batch of cookies" can be devoured by eating them. However, "elevator music" cannot be devoured as it refers to background music played in elevators, which cannot be consumed in the same way as the other items listed.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is a derogatory remark?
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"You're stupid."
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"It's too expensive."
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"You're a saint."
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"You could do better."
Correct Answer
A. "You're stupid."Explanation
The statement "You're stupid" is a derogatory remark because it is insulting and offensive. It directly attacks someone's intelligence in a negative way, which is disrespectful and hurtful. This remark is meant to belittle and demean the person it is directed towards, making it derogatory in nature.Rate this question:
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