Always On in a Digital World

Question 1

Instant gratification

Answer 1

adjective - noun
The desire to experience pleasure immediately
* She is always looking for instant gratification.
* Some people are only interested in instant gratification.

Question 2

Distraction

Answer 2

noun
Something that prevents someone from concentrating
* Watching television is a very effective distraction.
* There are no distractions at the office today.

Question 3

Rapidly

Answer 3

adverb
Very quickly
* He spoke very rapidly and I couldn’t catch everything he said.
* The bullet train can take you to Kyoto rapidly.

Question 4

Investigate

Answer 4

verb
To carry out research into something
* I want to investigate this matter further.
* We need to investigate where this virus came from.

Question 5

Distinguish

Answer 5

verb
See something as different from something else
* You need to be able to distinguish between right and wrong.
* I can’t distinguish between those colors.

Question 6

Unfounded claims

Answer 6

adjective - noun
A false statement
* The President made some unfounded claims.
* Unfortunately that book is full of unfounded claims.

Question 7

Moderate

Answer 7

verb
To make something less serious
* I need to moderate my drinking.
* We were able to moderate our spending.

Question 8

Key

Answer 8

adjective
Important
* If you want to improve your English, studying is key.
* It is key for you to exercise every day.