Vocabulary in Context Audio Drills 1
1. Intrigued
- Yes-No Question: Was Sarah intrigued by the new art exhibit?
- Informative Question: What made Sarah feel intrigued by the art exhibit?
- A) The unique painting styles
- B) The vibrant colors
- C) The unusual themes
2. Ornate
- Yes-No Question: Was the frame of the mirror ornate?
- Informative Question: What made the mirror frame ornate?
- A) The gold leaf detail
- B) The intricate carvings
- C) The embedded jewels
3. Unassuming
- Yes-No Question: Was Tom unassuming at his promotion party?
- Informative Question: What made Tom seem unassuming at his party?
- A) His modest speech
- B) His simple outfit
- C) His quiet demeanor
4. Annotated
- Yes-No Question: Was the guidebook annotated?
- Informative Question: What was annotated in the guidebook?
- A) Maps with routes
- B) Tips for travelers
- C) Historical facts
5. Cryptic
- Yes-No Question: Was the message left on the phone cryptic?
- Informative Question: What made the message cryptic?
- A) The strange symbols
- B) The incomplete sentences
- C) The unknown caller
6. Sanctuary
- Yes-No Question: Was the small garden a sanctuary for Lisa?
- Informative Question: What made the garden a sanctuary for Lisa?
- A) The quiet atmosphere
- B) The beautiful flowers
- C) The privacy it offered
7. Eerie
- Yes-No Question: Was the old warehouse eerie at night?
- Informative Question: What made the warehouse eerie?
- A) The flickering lights
- B) The strange noises
- C) The shadows
8. Preserved
- Yes-No Question: Was the wedding dress well-preserved in the attic?
- Informative Question: What helped keep the wedding dress preserved?
- A) The sealed box
- B) The dry environment
- C) The protective cover
9. Artifacts
- Yes-No Question: Were ancient artifacts found during the excavation?
- Informative Question: What kind of artifacts were found?
- A) Pottery pieces
- B) Old coins
- C) Jewelry
10. Tapestry
- Yes-No Question: Was the tapestry in the museum ornate?
- Informative Question: What featured on the ornate tapestry?
- A) Historical battles
- B) Royal portraits
- C) Mythical creatures
11. Rumble
- Yes-No Question: Was there a rumble from the construction site?
- Informative Question: What caused the rumble at the construction site?
- A) Heavy machinery
- B) Demolition work
- C) Truck movement
12. Vault
- Yes-No Question: Was the family jewelry stored in a vault?
- Informative Question: What was stored in the vault besides jewelry?
- A) Important documents
- B) Antique coins
- C) Rare paintings
13. Melancholy
- Yes-No Question: Was the mood at the farewell party melancholy?
- Informative Question: What contributed to the melancholy mood?
- A) The slow music
- B) The tearful goodbyes
- C) The rainy weather
14. Turbulent
- Yes-No Question: Was the flight turbulent?
- Informative Question: What caused the flight to be turbulent?
- A) Bad weather
- B) Strong winds
- C) Technical issues
15. Imperceptible
- Yes-No Question: Was the change in his attitude imperceptible?
- Informative Question: What showed the imperceptible change in his attitude?
- A) His slightly softer tone
- B) His brief smiles
- C) His less frequent complaints
