Academic Vocabulary
RI.4.4
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Tick the right meaning.
1.The fallen tree was the first obstacle on the path. What does "obstacle" mean here?
- A.something that blocks the way
- B.a helpful guide
- C.a kind of map
- D.a clear open road
2.The two species have distinct markings. What does "distinct" mean here?
- A.exactly the same
- B.very common
- C.very old
- D.clearly different from others
3.There was a gradual rise in temperature. What does "gradual" mean here?
- A.happening slowly over time
- B.happening all at once
- C.happening loudly
- D.happening backwards
4.Vegetation was sparse on the rocky slope. What does "sparse" mean here?
- A.brightly coloured
- B.thinly spread; not much of it
- C.thickly packed
- D.recently planted
5.The diagram shows the sequence of the water cycle. What does "sequence" mean here?
- A.the cost of something
- B.the order things happen in
- C.the colour of something
- D.the size of something
6.Summarise the chapter in three sentences. What does "summarise" mean here?
- A.to read out loud
- B.to state the main points briefly
- C.to copy word for word
- D.to add many new details
7.One consequence of the drought was a poor harvest. What does "consequence" mean here?
- A.a cause of something
- B.a kind of measurement
- C.a type of question
- D.a result of something that happened
8.They chose a durable fabric for the tent. What does "durable" mean here?
- A.very cheap
- B.wearing out quickly
- C.very colourful
- D.lasting a long time without wearing out
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