Reading comprehension. |
Answer the following questions by using the information taken from a dictionary page. (You may read the questions first.)
jaguar n.a type of large,yellow-colored cat with black markings found in the southwestern region of the U.S. and in Central and South America. jargon 1 n.speech that doesn't make sense.2 n.an unknown language that seems strange or impossible to understand 3 n. a language made up of two or more other languages: His jargon was a mixture of French and English. 4 n the special vocabulary of a field or profession: Her report on computers was filled with jargon. jaunt 1 n.a trip taken for fun.2.v. to go on a brief pleasant trip:We jaunted to the country last Saturday. javelin 1 n.a spear most commonly used as a weapon or in New Orleans and is characterized by rhythmic beats.2 n. popular dance music influenced by jazz.3 n.slang empty talk.4 adj. of or like jazz:a jazz band,jazz records. jennet n. a small Spanish horse. | |
1. Which meaning of the work javelin is used in the sentence below? At the competition, Jack drew his arm back and threw the javelin 50 yards. |
A. Definition 1 B. Definition 2 C. Definition 3 D. Definition 4 |
2. Which meaning of the word jargon is used in the sentence below? Doctors often speak in medical jargon. |
A. Definition 1 B. Definition 2 C. Definition 3 D. Definition 4 |
3. What does the work jazz mean in the following sentence? Don't give me that jazz, far I am a practical person. |
A. rhythmic beats B. a type of music C. a kind of dance D. meaningless talk |