Vocabulary #5

Question 1

Scope

Answer 1

the range or extent of something

Question 2

Kaleidoscope

Answer 2

a toy consisting of a tube containing mirrors and pieces of colored glass or paper, whose reflections produce changing patterns that are visible through an eyehole when the tube is rotated.

Question 3

Horoscope

Answer 3

a diagram used in astrology that shows the positions of planets and signs of the zodiac at a specific time, often a person’s birth. It’s also used to make predictions about a person’s character, personality, and future events.

Question 4

Periscope

Answer 4

an instrument used for observing over, around or through an obstacle or object which is prevented by direct line of sight

Question 5

Gyroscope

Answer 5

• a device that can be used to tell when a moving object has changed direction. Gyroscopes are most useful as tools for navigation. They help keep aircraft and ships on a steady course.
• A child’s toy that balences

Question 6

Episcopal

Answer 6

of bishop or bishops

Question 7

Bishop

Answer 7

a high-ranking leader in some Christian churches, usually responsible for overseeing a diocese (a geographical area containing multiple congregations).

Question 8

Oscilloscope

Answer 8

measures current/voltage

Question 9

Colonoscopy

Answer 9

precidudre to inspect the anus

Question 10

Macroscopic

Answer 10

large enough to be seen by the naked eye”

Question 11

Vison

Answer 11

• the faculty or state of being able to see.
• the ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom
• imagen

Question 12

Visonary

Answer 12

having or showing clear ideas about what should happen or be done in the future

Question 13

Revison

Answer 13

• a change or a set of changes that corrects or improves something
• a new version of something : something (such as a piece of writing or a song) that has been corrected or changed

Question 14

Supervise

Answer 14

to oversee something

Question 15

Videographer

Answer 15

someone who films videos

Question 16

Montevideo

Answer 16

city in Uruguay

Question 17

Object/objection

Answer 17

• to disagree with something or oppose something
• to say (something that explains why you oppose something or disagree)

Question 18

Project

Answer 18

• to plan, calculate, or estimate (something) for a time in the future
• to cause (light, a picture, a movie, etc.) to appear on a surface — often + on or onto
• to send or throw (something) forward, upward, or outward

Question 19

Inject

Answer 19

• to force a liquid medicine or drug into someone or something by using a special needle — often + into
• to add (something) to something : to introduce (a particular quality) into something
• to provide or add (something needed, such as money) — + into
• to introduce something new, often a different idea or element, into a discussion or situation

Question 20

Interject

Answer 20

• to interrupt what someone else is saying with (a comment, remark, etc.)

Question 21

Projectile

Answer 21

• something (such as a bullet or rocket) that is shot from a weapon
• something (such as a rock) that is thrown as a weapon

Question 22

Conjecture

Answer 22

guess or educated guess

Question 23

Trajectory

Answer 23

the curved path along which something (such as a rocket) moves through the air or through space

Question 24

Dejected/dejection

Answer 24

• sad because of failure, loss, etc.

Question 25

Jactitation

Answer 25

twich/ spasms

Question 26

Proponent

Answer 26

a person who argues for or supports something

Question 27

Reposition

Answer 27

place in a different position; adjust or alter the position of.

Question 28

Deposition

Answer 28

A deposition is a recorded sworn statement given by a witness or party to a lawsuit, taken outside of court before trial.

Question 29

Deposit

Answer 29

* put or set down (something or someone) in a specific place, typically unceremoniously. * a sum of money placed or kept in a bank account, usually to gain interest.

Question 30

Composition

Answer 30

* the nature of something's ingredients or constituents; the way in which a whole or mixture is made up. * a work of music, literature, or art.

Question 31

Compose

Answer 31

* write or create (a work of art, especially music or poetry). * of elements) constitute or make up (a whole).

Question 32

Composer

Answer 32

somone who writes a work of art

Question 33

Pose

Answer 33

* present or constitute (a problem, danger, or difficulty) * assume a particular attitude or position in order to be photographed, painted, or drawn. * a particular way of behaving adopted in order to give others a false impression or to impress others.

Question 34

Outpost

Answer 34

* a small military camp or position at some distance from the main force, used especially as a guard against surprise attack. * a remote part of a country or empire.

Question 35

Component

Answer 35

* a part or element of a larger whole, especially a part of a machine or vehicle. * before a noun to indicate a part or element that contributes to the overall structure or composition of something.

Question 36

Posture

Answer 36

* the position in which someone holds their body when standing or sitting. * a particular way of dealing with or considering something; an approach or attitude. * behave in a way that is intended to impress or mislead.

Question 37

Exposition

Answer 37

* a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory. * a large public exhibition of art or trade goods.

Question 38

Exposure

Answer 38

* the state of being exposed to contact with something. * the revelation of an identity or fact, especially one that is concealed or likely to arouse disapproval.

Question 39

Depose

Answer 39

to overthrow a ruler

Question 40

Disposition

Answer 40

* a person's inherent qualities of mind and character.

Question 41

Composure

Answer 41

the state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself.

Question 42

Fixture

Answer 42

* a piece of equipment or furniture which is fixed in position in a building or vehicle.

Question 43

Crucifix

Answer 43

somebody stuck to a cross-Bloody

Question 44

Crucified

Answer 44

when somebody has been put to death by nailing or binding them to a cross, especially as an ancient punishment

Question 45

Affix

Answer 45

something added to a root word