TOEFL (1) Flashcards
(19 cards)
What does ‘to ponder’ mean?
To think deeply.
French: considérer ; réfléchir
What does ‘to make acquaintances’ mean?
To become familiar with someone.
Example: he is an acquaintance of mine; French: faire des connaissances
What does ‘to give a head start’ mean?
To take an early advantage.
French: prendre de l’avance
What is a ‘feedback loop’?
A system where outputs are circled back as inputs.
French: boucle de rétroaction
What does ‘queried’ mean?
To ask a question.
French: inquiry
What does ‘despondent’ mean?
Feeling depressed or hopeless.
French: déprimé
What does ‘to bare’ mean?
To show or reveal.
French: dévoiler ; mettre à nu
What does ‘to dwell’ mean?
To inhabit or reside.
French: habiter
What does ‘field’ refer to?
A domain or area of study.
French: domaine
What is a ‘crow’?
A type of bird known for its black feathers.
French: corneille d’amérique
What does ‘to depict’ mean?
To describe or represent.
French: représenter
What does ‘quivering’ mean?
To tremble or shake.
French: frissonner ; trembler
What does ‘heightened’ mean?
To increase or intensify.
French: augmenter ; intensifier
What does ‘baring the teeth’ signify?
A sign of threatening.
French: les dents en l’air
What does ‘to soften the blow’ mean?
To declare something bad in a gentle way.
French: adoucir le choc
What does ‘Don’t dwell on these thoughts’ mean?
Do not linger on those thoughts.
French: ne vous attardez pas sur ces pensées
What is the main idea of the theory of evolution regarding facial expressions?
Facial expressions have survival value and show our emotions.
How do expressions and emotions relate?
They work together in a feedback loop, intensifying each other.
What personal observation is mentioned about emotions?
Expressing anger can lead to feeling angrier or more frustrated.
