Word List K

Question 1

Kaleidoscope (n.)

Answer 1

tube in which patterns made by the reflection in mirrors of colored pieces of glass, etc., produce interesting symmetrical effects. People found a new source of entertainment while peering through the kaleidoscope; they found the ever-changing patterns fascinating.

Question 2

Ken (n.)

Answer 2

Range of knowledge. I cannot answer your question since this matter is beyond my ken.

Question 3

Kernel (n.)

Answer 3

central or vital part; whole seed (as of corn). “Watson, buried within this tissue of lies there is a kernel of truth; when I find it, the mystery will be solved.”

Question 4

Killjoy (n.)

Answer 4

grouch; spoilsport. At breakfast we had all been enjoying our bacon and eggs until that killjoy John started talking about how bad animal fats and cholesterol were for our health.

Question 5

Kindle (v.)

Answer 5

start a fire; inspire. One of the first things Ben learned in the Boy Scouts was how to kindle a fire by rubbing two dry sticks together. Her teacher’s praise for her poetry kindled a spark of hope inside of Maya.