What is the meaning of the Latin prefix uni-?

having or consisting of only one

Near the end of his Nobel speech, why does Gore criticize the United States and China?

They emit the most CO2 in the world but do little to control its impact.

Which of the following sentences contains an infinitive phrase that acts as an adjective?

Marcus is the person to speak with about the club.

How does Gore appeal to reason in his Nobel speech?

He presents logical arguments supported by facts.

According to Gore’s Nobel speech, why is little being done to reduce global warming?

People fail to recognize the danger of the situation.

If a police officer gives directions with urgency, then which of the following must be true?

The police officer’s directions should be followed immediately.

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Nobel Speech Test Review

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1
Which of the following situations could best be used to illustrate the meaning of crisis?
a chilly afternoon
a hibernating bear
a blooming flower
a spreading wildfire
2
What is the meaning of the Latin prefix uni-?
having or consisting of few
having or consisting of only one
having or consisting of nothing
having or consisting of many
3
Which answer choice describes Gore’s main reason for writing his Nobel speech?
to thank the prize committee
to demand a political treaty
to describe scientific facts
to convince people to act
4
What solution to reduce global warming does Gore propose in his Nobel speech?
close coal factories
limit CO2 emissions
release trapped heat
ban motor vehicles
5
Near the end of his Nobel speech, why does Gore criticize the United States and China?
They refuse to share useful renewable energy technologies with others.
They fail to attend international meetings to discuss global warming.
They emit the most CO2 in the world but do little to control its impact.
They do not encourage other nations to help solve the environmental crisis.
6
What is the main topic of Gore’s Nobel speech
political conflict
renewable energy
climate change
water pollution
7
In his Nobel speech, what is Gore’s attitude regarding the progress made to reduce global warming?
interested but lazy
distrustful but forgiving
concerned but positive
pleased but confused
8
According to Gore, how should people respond to the environmental crisis that he describes in his Nobel speech?
suspiciously
rapidly
privately
slowly
9
Which of the following sentences contains an infinitive phrase that acts as an adjective?
To recycle more was our class goal for this year.
Starting the environmental club was a good idea.
Marcus is the person to speak with about the club.
We hoped to stop the wastefulness at our school.
10
How does Gore appeal to reason in his Nobel speech?
He presents logical arguments supported by facts.
He compares his opinion to public opinion.
He supports his ideas with celebrity statements.
He uses words that convey very strong emotions.
11
According to Gore’s Nobel speech, why is little being done to reduce global warming?
People fail to recognize the danger of the situation.
People think that global warming is good for the earth.
People assume that the government is tackling the issue.
People know that the problem will resolve itself.
12
If a police officer gives directions with urgency, then which of the following must be true?
The police officer’s directions should be considered a warning.
The police officer’s directions should be completely ignored.
The police officer’s directions should be followed immediately.
The police officer’s directions should be remembered for later.

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