chapter 5

Question 1

forever

Answer 1

1. part of speech : adverb
2. definition : for all time, always
3. example : the movie had a happy ending. The two main characters promised to love each other forever
4. we should be forever grateful to our parents

Question 2

likely

Answer 2

1. part of speech : adjective
2. definition : probable
3. example : it is likely to rain later, so take an umbrella
4. the teacher likely will make a test today

Question 3

similar

Answer 3

1. part of speech : adjective
2. definition : nearly the same, or sharing many features
3. example : the two companies offer similar services, so it’s hard to choose
4. I had a similar food in a different restaurant last week

Question 4

actually

Answer 4

1. part of speech : adverb
2. definition : truly, in fact
3. example : everyone calls her Lisa but her name is actually Elisabeth
4. the oil prices are actually much lower than before

Question 5

Generally

Answer 5

1. part of speech : adverb
2. definition : in general, mostly
3. example : it is generally believed that money can’t buy happiness
4. the weather is generally warm these days

Question 6

possibly

Answer 6

1. part of speech : adverb
2. definition : what’s possible, what can happen
3. example : if the rent doubles, then I can’t possibly afford it
4. if you study hard, you can possibly pass the exam

Question 7

limit

Answer 7

1. part of speech : noun
2. definition : the maximum, point after which you can’t go
3. example : the speed limit on this street is 35 miles per hour
4. Don’t forget, there is a time limit for the test

Question 8

beyond

Answer 8

1. part of speech : adverb
2. definition : farther, after
3. example : with so much about the future uncertain, I can’t make plans beyond next week
4. there are nice houses beyond that hill

Question 9

make it

Answer 9

1. part of speech : verb
2. definition : to reach it, to accomplish, to arrive
3. example : the train won’t leave for an hour. Don’t worry, we’ll make it in time
4. when you have something to do, you should work hard to make it

Question 10

treat

Answer 10

1. part of speech : verb
2. definition : to take care of, to heal
3. example : I didn’t need a doctor. I was able to treat the cut myself
4. last month I took my son to the doctor to treat him, he had a fever

Question 11

make a big difference

Answer 11

1. part of speech : phrasal verb
2. definition : to make / cause a change
3. example : the fresh paint really makes a difference in the look of the room
4. add some spices make a big difference in the food

Question 12

as well

Answer 12

1. part of speech : conjunction
2. definition : also, too
3. example : the job offers good pay and good working conditions as well
4. my brother has a nice car and a beautiful house as well

Question 13

process

Answer 13

1. part of speech : noun
2. definition : progression, steps moving from one point to another
3. example : getting a college education is a long process
4. the process of data is very important to get clear information

Question 14

lifestyle

Answer 14

1. part of speech : noun
2. definition : your every day practices and habits
3. example : having a baby usually causes changes in a couple’s lifestyle
4. some problems affect seriously on our lifestyle

Question 15

injury

Answer 15

1. part of speech : noun
2. definition : damage to your body from accident or fight
3. example : people who play sports often have to deal with injuries
4. the children who play with bikes usually have some injuries