Words and Idioms

Three intermediate words: 1. Magnitude 2. Mitigate 3. Scrutinize Words in context: In order to mitigate the impact of earthquakes, it's important to scrutinize the magnitude of the seismic waves that can be generated by the fault lines in a region. By analyzing the potential for seismic activity and the magnitude of potential earthquakes, engineers can design buildings and infrastructure that can withstand the forces involved. Additionally, mitigation strategies like earthquake-resistant construction techniques can be implemented to reduce the damage caused by earthquakes. Comprehension questions based on the paragraph: 1. Why is it important to scrutinize the magnitude of seismic waves? a) To reduce the frequency of earthquakes b) To design earthquake-resistant buildings and infrastructure c) To increase the likelihood of earthquakes 2. How can engineers design buildings and infrastructure to withstand the forces of an earthquake? a) By avoiding building in areas with active fault lines b) By analyzing the potential for seismic activity and the magnitude of potential earthquakes c) By using earthquake-resistant construction techniques 3. What are some mitigation strategies that can be implemented to reduce the damage caused by earthquakes? a) Earthquake-resistant construction techniques b) Building in areas with active fault lines c) Ignoring the potential for seismic activity and the magnitude of potential earthquakes

Idiom of the day: "Bite the bullet" The idiom in context: Sarah knew that her upcoming surgery was going to be painful, but she knew she had to bite the bullet and go through with it. She took deep breaths and reminded herself that the discomfort was temporary and that the outcome would be worth it. Her bravery and determination paid off, and she made a full recovery. Which of the following best describes the meaning of the idiom "bite the bullet"? A) To avoid a difficult situation B) To endure a painful or difficult situation with courage and resilience C) To confront someone with anger D) To make a decision without thinking it through

An upper-intermediate word: ephemeral: Example paragraph: The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral; they bloom for only a short period of time before their petals fall to the ground, a reminder of the fleeting nature of life. Despite their short-lived nature, cherry blossoms continue to be celebrated by people around the world, as a symbol of life, death, and rebirth. Multiple choice questions: 1. Which of the following words is an antonym of "ephemeral"? a) Fleeting b) Enduring c) Transitory d) Evanescent 2. Which of the following is an example of something that is ephemeral? a) A diamond ring b) A sunset c) A mountain range d) A brick wall

An advanced English word: Perfidious /pəˈfɪdiəs $ pər-/adjective (literary) Word in the context: The perfidious nature of the politician was exposed when it was revealed that he had been taking bribes from lobbyists for years. His constituents were outraged, feeling that he had betrayed their trust in him. Despite his attempts to apologize and make amends, the damage had already been done, and he was forced to resign from office. Multiple Choice Question 1: What does the word "perfidious" mean? A) Brave B) Trustworthy C) Treacherous D) Honest Multiple Choice Question 2: In the paragraph, what did the politician do that was perfidious? A) He helped his constituents B) He exposed corruption C) He took bribes from lobbyists D) He apologized and made amends

crank something ↔ out (phrasal verb) to produce a lot of something very quickly:  He cranked out three novels last year. LDOCE5 @wordsandidioms