Ch. 15-16 Vocabulary Test (America's story 2)

Which of the following best describes something that is 'controversial'?

An 'inferno' is not a term used to describe a mild, pleasant environment.

What is the primary function of a 'courthouse'?

A falling star is also known as a ______.

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Which of the following words means the same as 'destroy'?

The term 'prominent' refers to something unimportant or obscure.

What is the meaning of 'operation'?

To 'extinguish' means to ______ a fire.

Which of the following is the best synonym for 'susceptible'?

The term 'alert' does not mean to ignore or disregard a warning.

What does 'approximately' mean?

Someone who is a 'resident' is an ______

Which of the following words is the opposite of 'frequently'?

A 'bonnet' is a type of modern car engine.

What is another word for 'beginning'?

To 'promote' primarily means to further the ______ of

Match the following terms to the actions

Which of the following is the most accurate definition of 'speculation'?

Something that happens 'promptly' occurs immediately.

What is 'interest' in a financial context?

A 'superintendent' manages an ______ or activity

Which word best describes the purpose of 'piling' in construction?

A 'competitor' is someone who avoids taking part in contests.

If something is 'notable,' what is it?

The term for money available for investing is ______.

Match the following terms to their type:

Which of the following terms refers to the people engaged in or available for work?

A raw material known as 'petroleum' is a solid.

What is the English definition of the word 'inferno'?

A 'commodity' is a ______ material.

Match the synonym

What is a 'lantern' used for?

'Disastrous' is a positive attribute.

What is the meaning of 'eyewitness'?

'Vegetation' is the term to describe ______.