Vocab Review #26

10/31/2023 4:29:18 PM

Ôn tập các từ vựng đã gặp trong các bài đọc sau:

Text Words to learn Intensive phrases/idioms
101. Niagara Falls vessel, mist, glitter, draw, daredevil, barrel, retrieve, seal, feat sweep sth under the carpet/rug, take a/the fall for sb, in​ deep water, get bent out of shape (about/over sth)
102. How Do Lie Detectors Work? sight, detect, track, investigation, debate, interrogate, alibi, betray, suspect give the lie to sth, be one’s middle name, the moment of truth, hook sb/sth up (to sth)
103. To Build a Better Superhero, Use Tropes capture, sympathy, criminal, orphaned, mutation, vividly, predictable be wise after the event, the (real) power behind the throne, be at/on the receiving end (of sth), blow up
104. The Lost City of Atlantis greedy, remain, report, solid, evidence, mystery be/get lost in the shuffle, make waves, there are plenty more fish in the sea, you can't teach an old dog new tricks

There’s no _____ that life exists on other planets.

  • creature
  • experience
  • evidence
  • condition

The speaker _____ the audience’s attention to the numbers on the screen.

  • pulled
  • got
  • drew
  • made

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in a bracket. You must use between THREE and FIVE words, including the word given. Do not change the word given.

You should not be so active and draw a large amount of attention in your first week in a new office. (WAVES)

=> It's probably not a good idea to start in your first week in a new job.

Students were asked to _____ their findings to the teacher after conducting the scientific experiment.

  • replace
  • experience
  • examine
  • report

If your daughter is upset because her boyfriend left her, telling her that "_____" won't help.

  • better late than never
  • there are other good fish in the sea
  • that is the last straw
  • the devil is in the details

It's a common _____ to see Black Friday shoppers hanging out at the shopping mall. 

  • scenery
  • sight
  • vision
  • view

It's hard to find any _____ for students who get caught cheating in exams.

  • disappointment
  • relief
  • enthusiasm
  • sympathy

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in a bracket. You must use between THREE and FIVE words, including the word given. Do not change the word given.

It turned out that his calculations were incorrect and we only realize we should have verified them until we find the problem. (WISE)

=> We should have insisted on checking his calculations, but it's easy to be .

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

This is an instrument that can discover very small amounts of radiation.

  • produce
  • detect
  • leak
  • absorb

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The car blew up when flames reached its fuel tank.

  • exploded
  • sank
  • collapsed
  • crashed

The old mariner described his seafaring adventures aboard a fishing _____.

  • vessel
  • tractor
  • motorbike
  • van

Complete the second sentence, using the word given so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. You must use between TWO and FIVE words, including the word given. Do not change the word given.

Lift-off is always important to show whether a new rocket succeeds. (TRUTH)

=> Lift-off is always for a new rocket.

The scientists _____ the specimen in a container to preserve it for further study.

  • removed
  • rejected
  • designed
  • sealed

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The police officer told the that he had the right to remain silent. (CRIME)

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The security team will interrogate anyone entering the restricted area.

  • protect
  • observe
  • follow
  • question

The bank conducted its own internal _____ into the robbery.

  • evidence
  • condition
  • behavior
  • investigation

The _____ of some Roman earthenware vessels were found during the dig.

  • items
  • remains
  • fossils
  • cans

Complete the sentences, using the words given.

1. His fell apart when security camera footage showed him at the scene of the crime.

2. The in the plant's genes allowed it to thrive in harsh environmental conditions.

3. Spectators watched in horror as the 19-year-old rode his motorbike through a ring of fire.

4. The workers rolled the heavy of oil across the factory floor.

5. Climbing Mount Everest is an incredible that few have accomplished.

I just can’t get into this new music genre. I guess you can’t teach _____ new tricks. 

  • a blue bird
  • a sick cat
  • an old dog
  • an odd chick

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

The students organized a(n) _____ club to discuss various social and political issues.

  • speech
  • lecture
  • debate
  • argument

This morning, she had to go back home to _____ her passport on her table before heading to the airport.

  • retrieve
  • upload
  • renew
  • present

Rearrange the words in a correct order to make a complete sentence (kéo từng từ/cụm từ về vị trí đúng để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh).

The spy was willing to _____ his country for a large sum of money.

  • rule
  • expand
  • betray
  • explore

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The investigation revealed some rather unexpected results.

  • predictable
  • positive
  • surprising
  • impressive

The authorities released the _____ due to insufficient evidence to hold them.

  • suspects
  • detectives
  • victims
  • witnesses

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The nonprofit organization provides support and resources for children. (ORPHANAGE)

 I _____ when my routines are disrupted.

  • have friends in high places
  • get bent out of shape
  • live in clover
  • press the pedal to the metal

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The book describes Jane's childhood experiences. (VIVID)

Can we _____ to the electricity supply at the campsite?

  • hook up
  • sweep up
  • catch up
  • show up

Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The security team was able to capture the shoplifter before they could leave the store with the stolen items.

  • arrest
  • shoot
  • release
  • contact

Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use NO MORE THAN EIGHT words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.

Because the company refuses to reduce prices, they are in trouble. (WATER)

=> The company  over their refusal to reduce prices.

Complete the sentences, using the words given.

1. The hikers disappeared into the thick as they climbed up the mountain.

2. The businessman exploited his workers to maximize his profits.

3. The fingerprints found on the weapon provided evidence linking the man to the crime.

4. The detective was determined to solve the of the stolen jewels.

Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).

The night sky was filled with stars that seemed to glitter like diamonds.

  • sparkle
  • swing
  • reflect
  • whirl

GPS technology allows us to _____ the location of vehicles in real time.

  • adjust
  • track
  • handle
  • apply

The committee is attempting to sweep financial problems _____ to avoid embarrassment.

  • onto the carpet
  • into the bin
  • among the dust
  • under the rug