Reading Comprehension Expand Vocabulary Flashcards

The word 'chronic' in 'chronic back pain' means:

Answer: Lasting a long time

'Chronic' describes a condition that is persistent and long-lasting, not short-term or sudden.

A work email said: 'Please send your revised proposal by Friday.' What does 'revised' mean?

Answer: Corrected or updated

'Revised' means changed or corrected — the proposal should be updated based on feedback.

Which word means nearly the same as 'concise'?

Answer: Brief

'Concise' means expressing information clearly in few words, which is the same as 'brief.'

The word 'terminate' in an employment context most likely means:

Answer: End employment

In employment, 'terminate' means to end someone's job, either by firing or layoff.

A restaurant sign says: 'Gratuity is included for parties of 6 or more.' What is 'gratuity'?

Answer: A service tip added to the bill

'Gratuity' is another word for a tip, a payment given to show appreciation for service.

Choose the best definition of 'initiative' in: 'She took the initiative to organize the volunteers.'

Answer: The first step taken independently

Taking 'initiative' means acting on your own to start or lead something without being told to.

The word 'verify' most closely means:

Answer: Confirm or check to be true

'Verify' means to confirm that something is accurate or true, often by checking evidence.