Those scientists want to hear what our professor thinks about their theory because he is the foremost expert in their field. A. The first or main one B. craziest C. least informed D. loudest

The debris in the stadium stands included numerous paper cups, ticket stubs, sandwich wrapping, and cigarette butts

The United States has a vast amount of newly discovered clean geothermal (natural heat from the Earth’s crust) energy

Of course, I’m not saying that your plan is no good. I tend to be optimistic, so I won’t be surprised when you succeed. a. expecting the best to happen b. needing glasses to see c. full of gas d. unselfish

Your plan looks good. I hope it will really work. It’s time to implement it and see if it’s as brilliant as you claim. a. instrument b. take apart c. change d. carry out

Martha is a curator, a person who is responsible for looking after a museum’s collection.

Put this medicine on your arm and rub it into your skin until it's invisible. It will inhibit the infection's attempt to spread. What does “inhibit” mean? a. live in a certain place b. block or slow down c. itch or burn d. help to do

I looked at the plans for your new house. This is earthquake country. You need to fortify the frame or you’ll have a disaster with the first tremor. a. shake b. build c. strengthen d. destroy

His emaciation, that is, his skeleton-like appearance, was frightening to see.

Brea and Elizabeth are having a dispute over which radio station to play at work. It would be so much simpler if they both liked the same kind of music.

Her cardinal rule is this: Be kind to others! She believes that everything else in life will fall properly into place if one follows that rule. What does “cardinal” mean in this context? a. main, or most important b. red c. like a bird

A wonderful 98 year old woman is working day and night to knit scarves to send as gifts for the troops. What a selfless person she is! A selfless woman _______. a. is selfish b. has no name c. likes to wear scarves d. cares more about other

She wanted to impress all her dinner guests with the food she served, so she carefully studied the necessary culinary arts.