Vocab review #28

11/8/2023 8:35:56 AM

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

Text Words to learn Intensive phrases/idioms
109. The Literature of Comic Books dispel, plot, mindless, panel, graphic novel, self-contained bring sb to book, change one's tune, in words of one syllable, speak volumes
110. Games with a History evil, landlord, renter, attempt, trademark, distributor, manufacturer give the game away, go by the board, sell sb/sth short, be a tall order
111. School Funding mold, toxic, allergic, hazard, ratio, hire, welfare get/have one's money's worth, fall apart, take issue with sb/sth, a waste of space
112. A Fantastic Mind animation, supernatural, enormous, hurt, original, charming draw a blank, throw the book at sb, put ideas into one’s head, a dog’s life

Complete the sentences, using the words in the box. You may need to make a change to the words.

mold   |   evil   |   welfare   |   renter


1. A supportive and loving family environment can have a significant impact on a child's welfare.

2. The city council proposed new regulations to protect the rights of in response to rising housing costs.

3. Mental or physical torture is a moral , and it can never be justified.

4. In biology class, we studied different types of and their effects on food spoilage.

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.

Not succeeding in dealing with the city's issues, the mayor is widely seen as useless. (SPACE)

=> It is believed that the mayor has been as he failed to address the city's issues.

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

The chairman quickly quashed the rumor that he was planning to resign.

  • dispelled
  • spread
  • confirmed
  • expelled

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

The judge threatened to throw the book at him if he committed another offense.

  • punish him
  • arrest him
  • expel him
  • investigate him

Overfishing in the region has _____ the balance of the marine ecosystem.

  • wounded
  • injured
  • strained
  • hurt

During the quiz, he drew a _____ on a question that he knew he had studied.

  • line
  • dot
  • blank
  • arrow

The charity received a(n) _____ donation that greatly exceeded their expectations.

  • predictable
  • enormous
  • competitive
  • traditional

Don't _____ because it's worth a lot more than you think.

  • get this antique vase down to a science
  • buy this antique vase off the shelf
  • sell this antique vase short
  • bring this antique vase to life

The team's _____ to climb the highest mountain peak was hindered by bad weather.

  • attempt
  • advice
  • refusal
  • permission

Complete the sentences, using the words given.

1. The team worked hard to align the film's vivid visuals with its engaging .

2. In a survey, the of readers who preferred superhero comics to those who favored was 3:1.

3. The artist spent hours perfecting the artwork in each of her work.

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

The character's life was full of difficulties until he finally found happiness. (DOG)

=> The character in the story faced before finding happiness.

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

Several in the region have joined forces to create a more sustainable supply chain. (MANUFACTURE)

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

Police should be asked to investigate so that the guilty can be brought to book soon.

  • found
  • punished
  • sentenced
  • caught
I can never touch lobster because I am _____ to shellfish.
  • sensible
  • detrimental
  • allergic
  • infected

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

The tenant signed a one-year lease agreement for the apartment downtown.

  • landlord
  • citizen
  • retailer
  • housekeeper

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

The novel's plot was remarkably original, weaving together elements of science fiction and historical drama.

  • flexible
  • complicated
  • simple
  • creative

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

The smartphone's GPS system allowed users to navigate without an internet connection. (CONTAIN)

When I bought that high-quality camera, I made sure to use it on every trip to ______.

  • give a run for my money
  • put a price on it
  • get my money's worth
  • count the cost of it

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

Some people find doodling to be a helpful way to pass the time during meetings. (MIND)

All our work and planning went by the _____ after our funding was pulled.

  • board
  • council
  • committee
  • panel

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

Construction sites often have multiple hazards, such as falling debris and heavy machinery.

  • potentials
  • dangers
  • abilities
  • accidents

Your body language will _____ about your happy state.

  • buy the farm
  • go by the board
  • blend into the woodwork
  • speak volumes

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

Emma is said to have powers and to be able to see into the future. (NATURAL)

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 inventor decided to _____ his unique invention to prevent competitors from copying it.

  • illustrate
  • appreciate
  • propose
  • trademark

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

Would you mind spelling out how an electron microscope operates? (SYLLABLE)

=> Could you explain to me how an electron microscope works?

The chemical spill was considered highly _____ and required immediate cleanup by a specialized team.

  • toxic
  • illegal
  • rapid
  • sudden

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

She nearly let the cat out of the bag about the surprise party because of her nervous laughter when asked about it. (GAME)

=> Her nervous laughter when asked about the surprise party almost .

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

Despite budget constraints, the company made an exception to hire a new research analyst.

  • analyze
  • consult
  • employ
  • interview

The old house had been neglected for years and was starting to _____.

  • fall back
  • fall apart
  • fall through
  • fall away

We will act as the exclusive _____ for these Russian goods to the world market.

  • interviewer
  • distributor
  • politician
  • consumer

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).

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

The old bookstore had a charming atmosphere, with shelves of books and a cozy reading nook.

  • peaceful
  • familiar
  • informal
  • boring