POWER WORDS!

Question 1

They worked to meet rocketing demand for their product... What does the bold phrase mean?

Accepted Answer

That the demand is increasing at a fast rate

Question 2

When the author wrote that polypropylene is a key ingredient, what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

an essential part

Question 3

We had to kind of adapt. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

They changed how they live to make the best of the situation.

Question 4

If the workers hunkered down at the factory, what did they do?

Accepted Answer

to be ready to stay in a particular place for as long as needed

Question 5

The author refers to the place as both a plant and a factory. Are these words synonyms?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 6

The drive-by parade gave a boost to the workers. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

It encouraged them

Question 7

What was the primary reason the company had the workers live at the plant?

Accepted Answer

So employees wouldn't worry about spreading the virus

Question 8

...as if it were a makeshift college dormitory. What does makeshift mean?

Accepted Answer

temporary

Question 9

What does the author's attitude toward the subject seem to be?

Accepted Answer

She/he admires the workers.

Question 10

They make "various medical and hygienic items." What is an example of practicing good hygiene? (Hi, Jean)

Accepted Answer

Washing your hands often

Question 11

The workers made raw materials for face masks and surgical gowns. What does raw materials mean?

Accepted Answer

the basic material needed to create products

Question 12

The company is one of the earliest links in the supply chain. What do the words in bold suggest?

Accepted Answer

That the company's business is one step in a larger process

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