UNIT 2 READING 1 COMPREHENSIVE PRACTICE
the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement or idea
To understand the meaning, you need to consider the context of the conversation.
to be related to or connected with something
Most of the problems have to do with poor communication between departments.
to suggest an idea, plan, or course of action for consideration
The committee will propose new policies to improve workplace safety.
a fact or piece of data obtained from a study of numerical information
The statistic shows that 75% of students prefer online learning.
to give special importance or prominence to something
The teacher always emphasizes the importance of regular practice.
in spite of that; however; despite what has been said
The weather was terrible; nevertheless, we enjoyed our vacation.
a book, magazine, or newspaper that is published
The research findings were shared in a scientific publication.
applicable to all cases; existing everywhere
Education is considered a universal human right.
a movement of part of the body to express meaning or feeling
She made a gesture with her hand to indicate the direction.
dependence on or trust in someone or something
Our reliance on technology has increased dramatically over the years.
Choose the best definition for each word.
Match each word with its correct definition by selecting the appropriate letter.
Complete each sentence with the most appropriate word from the word bank.
Complete the paragraph by filling in the blanks with the most appropriate vocabulary words.
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