This book emphasizes the need to protect rare species of plants and animals. What does the word "emphasizes" mean in this sentence?
b) stresses the importance of
a) ignores
Food was scarce during the first Winter at Plymouth Colony. Many people went hungry. What does the word "scarce" mean in this sentence?
a) poor in quality
b) in short supply
The team has made significant progress since they started practice this Fall. What does the word "significant" mean in this sentence?
a) noteworthy
b) respectable
My classmates disagree about the details of the party. It can't be planned without a compromise. What does the word "compromise" mean in this sentence?
a) each side giving up some demands
b) a promise to obey the rules
Mason is finding the transition to a new school easier than he thought. What does the word "transition" mean in this sentence?
b) obstacle
a) change
The automatic headlights on the care come on when it is dark out. What does the word "automatic" mean in this sentence?
b) controlled by a person
a) happening on its own without the control of a person
It isn't likely that Roberto will encounter a bear in the woods today. What does the word "encounter" mean in this sentence?
a) meet unexpectedly
b) follow
Brenda likes to dress casually more than she likes to wear formal clothes. What does the word "casually" mean in this sentence?
a) informally
b) colorfully
Mrs. Perez had to be in court every day for weeks to serve on a jury. What does the word "jury" mean in this sentence?
a) a group sworn to hear a legal case and give a verdict
b) a committee that awards prizes
The school board needs to study the data from this year before it will change the bus routes. What does the word "data" mean in this sentence?
b) pieces of information
a) days on the calendar