STEP Vocabulary in Context 2

Question 1

Choose the correct word: 'The _____ between traditional values and modern technology creates unique opportunities in Saudi society.'

Accepted Answer

integration

Answer

'Integration' means the process of combining things into a unified whole. The sentence describes a positive outcome (opportunities), suggesting a blending of traditional values with modern technology, not conflict or elimination.

Question 2

What is the meaning of 'allocate' in: 'The government will allocate SAR 50 billion for housing projects'?

Accepted Answer

Distribute or assign resources for a specific purpose

Answer

'Allocate' means to distribute or designate resources (money, time, materials) for a particular purpose. In this context, the government is designating SAR 50 billion specifically for housing projects.

Question 3

Select the word that does NOT belong: 'enormous, massive, tiny, vast'

Accepted Answer

tiny

Answer

'Enormous,' 'massive,' and 'vast' all mean very large in size or extent. 'Tiny' means extremely small — it is the opposite and does not belong in this group of words meaning large.

Question 4

What does 'facilitate' mean in: 'The new highway will facilitate trade between Riyadh and Jeddah'?

Accepted Answer

Make easier or help bring about

Answer

'Facilitate' means to make an action or process easier or to help it occur. The new highway will make trade between the two cities easier by improving transportation connectivity.

Question 5

Choose the best word: 'The archaeologists made a _____ discovery at the Al-Ula site.'

Accepted Answer

remarkable

Answer

'Remarkable' means worthy of attention; striking or extraordinary. Archaeological discoveries at significant sites like Al-Ula would be noteworthy and extraordinary, making 'remarkable' the most appropriate word.

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STEP Vocabulary in Context 2