Vocabulary Quiz: Wayward, Satellite Phone, Canvas

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

What does the term 'wayward' mean?

Well-behaved and obedient behavior

Difficult to control or predict because of unusual or perverse behavior (correct)

Smooth and consistent behavior

Easily predictable behavior

What is a 'satellite phone'?

A phone that communicates via satellites rather than terrestrial cell sites (correct)

A phone that communicates through underground cables

A phone used only for satellite TV

A phone that requires a landline connection

What is 'canvas' commonly used for?

A type of wood used for furniture making

A strong, durable fabric typically used for sails, tents, and other items requiring sturdiness (correct)

A type of paper used for painting

A type of metal used for construction

What are 'beaks' in reference to birds?

The horny projecting parts forming the jaws of a bird Signup and view all the answers

When something 'overheats', what typically happens?

Become excessively hot Signup and view all the answers

How many does a 'quarter-million' refer to?

250,000 Signup and view all the answers

'Swells' are associated with what kind of movement in the sea?

Rolling or undulating movements of the sea Signup and view all the answers

'Nips' commonly refer to what type of action?

Small bites or pinches Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Stern'?

The rear part of a ship Signup and view all the answers

Which word means 'swam faster'?

Swam faster Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Aquatic' mean?

Relating to water Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes 'Becoming progressively better'?

Becoming progressively better Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Flushed' refer to?

The process of cleaning or rinsing thoroughly Signup and view all the answers

'Webcam' is commonly associated with:

A video camera typically attached to a computer, broadcasting images over the internet Signup and view all the answers

'Fitted' means:

Equipped or supplied with something Signup and view all the answers

'Tracker' is best described as:

A device or system for tracking the movements or location of something Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'sojourn' signify?

A temporary stay or visit Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes the term 'tangaroa'?

A research vessel Signup and view all the answers

'Wayward' behavior is characterized by being:

Difficult to control or predict because of unusual behavior Signup and view all the answers

'Canvas' is a strong, durable fabric commonly used for:

Sails, tents, and items requiring sturdiness Signup and view all the answers

'Beaks' are best described as:

The horny projecting parts forming the jaws of a bird Signup and view all the answers

'Satellite phone' differs from regular phones as it communicates via:

Satellites Signup and view all the answers

'Overheat' refers to an object becoming:

Excessively hot Signup and view all the answers

'Swells' in the sea are characterized by:

Rolling or undulating movements of the sea Signup and view all the answers

'Nips' are typically associated with:

Small bites or pinches Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Resurfaced'?

Emerged again after being submerged Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes the term 'Deteriorating'?

Becoming progressively worse Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Molts' refer to?

The process of shedding feathers, skin, or hair to make way for new growth Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Seasick' mean?

Affected with nausea or vomiting while on a moving ship at sea Signup and view all the answers

What would a 'Tracker' typically refer to?