Advanced English Week 3

Question 1

Rigid

Answer 1

Definition: Not flexible or easily changed.

Example: The rules at the company are very rigid.

Question 2

Scale

Answer 2

Definition: The size or level of something, especially in comparison to something else.

Example: The project was successful on a large scale.

Question 3

So-called

Answer 3

Definition: Used to show doubt or question about a term.

Example: His so-called friends weren’t really there for him.

Question 4

Straightforward

Answer 4

Definition: Easy to understand; simple.

Example: The instructions were straightforward.

Question 5

Subordinate

Answer 5

Definition: Lower in rank or position.

Example: The manager’s subordinates must follow his orders.

Question 6

Substantiate

Answer 6

Definition: To provide evidence to support something.

Example: The lawyer substantiated her claims with documents.

Question 7

Supplementary

Answer 7

Definition: Added to something else to improve or complete it.

Example: He needed supplementary income to pay his bills.

Question 8

Termination

Answer 8

Definition: The end of something.

Example: The termination of the contract happened last week.

Question 9

Transmission

Answer 9

Definition: The act of sending something, like information or energy, from one place to another.

Example: The transmission of the message took only seconds.

Question 10

Undergo

Answer 10

Definition: To experience something, especially a change or something difficult.

Example: He will undergo surgery next week.

Question 11

Prejudiced

Answer 11

Definition: Having a negative opinion of someone without proper knowledge or reason.

Example: His views on the subject were prejudiced and unfair.

Question 12

The results speak for themselves

Answer 12

Definition: The outcome clearly shows the truth, without needing further explanation.

Example: The results of the test speak for themselves; she is the best candidate.

Question 13

To a great extent

Answer 13

Definition: Mostly; in large part.

Example: His success is due to a great extent to his hard work.

Question 14

Visually impaired

Answer 14

Definition: Having reduced vision or being unable to see.

Example: The school has special programs for visually impaired students.

Question 15

Automated

Answer 15

Definition: Controlled by machines or computers without much human involvement.

Example: The factory’s processes are fully automated now.

Question 16

Contractor

Answer 16

Definition: A person or company hired to do work for another company.

Example: The building contractor finished the project on time.