AE Reading Level 2 - Health & Science Quiz

Question 1

The scorn heaped upon the in-flight meals may not be entirely deserved.

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to express a strong opinion by making many remarks about sth

Question 2

A fine would be the final nail in the coffin of the airline.

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event causing failure of sth that already started to fail

Question 3

High levels of lead were detected in the atmosphere.

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to discover or identify the presence or existence of

Question 4

The course required no prior knowledge of Spanish.

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existing or happening before something else; previous

Question 5

"It is open to speculation why they chose the party," he said.

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secretly planning with other people to do sth bad or illegal

Question 6

These diseases are more prevalent among young children.

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existing very commonly or happening often

Question 7

He tried, albeit without success.

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although

Question 8

You might assume that the longer you are in a relationship, the better you know your partner.

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to accept something to be true without question or proof

Question 9

The rice and beans were bland until mixed together.

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not having a strong taste or character

Question 10

Most of our employees work remotely.

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from a distance

Question 11

Prior studies have shown that background noise can interfere with the sense of smell.

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to prevent something from working/developing effectively

Question 12

With a good telescope, you can see craters on the moon.

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a cavity or hole in the ground or on a celestial object

Question 13

He felt he wanted a committed relationship with her.

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loyal and willing to give your time to sth you believe in

Question 14

Nothing will ever compensate for his lost childhood.

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to make sb feel better about sth that has failed or missed

Question 15

The course comprises a class book, a practice book, and a CD.

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to consist of or to be made up of

Question 16

It is battery operated and has a lifespan of two to three years.

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the length of time for which something exists or lasts

Question 17

The galaxy is thought to be a mind-blogging 13.1 billion light years from the Earth.

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extremely surprising and difficult to understand or imagine

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