reading & writing: fill in the blanks 1000 - 1300

typically with the formation of buboes (especially in the groin and armpits) and sometimes infection of the lungs (pneumonic plague).

The plague swept through the city.

The snow covered the ground.

They sought equity in the workplace.

thin strip or loop of material used for strengthening

fastening

especially of a tribe or clan

The crowd cheered.

They learned a new craft.

They tried to comprehend the situation.

especially at an event or a situation

knowledge

or skill to do something successfully; capable

consisting of the Old and New Testaments

Consequently

The ship disappeared from view.

especially a country

The apples were ripe.

He chomped on the apple.

She admitted her mistake.

activity

or subject

They paid off their debts.

They studied archaeology.

The project was a collaboration.

They couldn't afford a new car.

They felt disconnected from the group.

The soap formed a bubble.

The market is competitive.

They ensured the safety of the children.

needed

or profitable)

The book was thick.

They bought new clothing.

The plant was robust.

emotional

or other support

They delved into the archives.

They encountered a problem.

extent

or activity of

They had an extended vacation.

They liked all fruits except bananas.

They tried to discriminate between the two.

forming a white mist of minute water droplets in the air

usually its seat of government and administrative center

learn

and devise or apply ideas; intelligent

Rutaceae. Plants in the genus produce citrus fruits

including important crops such as oranges

They had a desire for success.

They tried to trace the origins.

They were gracious hosts.

They packed their gear.

region

or historical period

The name was abbreviated.

typically a domestic one

They intend to travel.

especially one officially defined for administrative purposes

They were communist supporters.

The system was centralized.

They met in the chamber.

They entered a competition.

They tried to prioritize their tasks.

drink

or ingest (food or drink)

They made an initial offer.

They gave genuine advice.

The car had a powerful engine.

They showed courage.

quality

or working order

typically of a vehicle

They appeared on stage.

They accomplished their goal.

They faced many competitors.

account book

or reference book

printed

or electronic matter that provides information or evidence or that serves as an official record

They worked with precision.

They fought in battles.

number

quantity

They tried to blame someone else.

They decided to leave.

essential

or characteristic attribute

The company expands its operations.

They worked in agricultural fields.

activity

etc.

water

or other natural agents

They were consumers.

They had a curiosity about the world.

activity

or skill of managing international relations

They had a hectic schedule.

place

or thing and serving to identify it

They consulted analysts.

They played a trump card.

They had a vitamin deficiency.

They traveled abroad.

They had typical symptoms.

The information was classified.

They drank caffeine.

especially in a formal manner

They declined the offer.

held on December 25 in the West and on January 7 in the East

especially in France and some other European countries

They were allotted tasks.

comprising gray matter

typically one celebrating a particular event or anniversary

especially a circle or sphere

They were disappointed with the results.

They had a classy event.

argument

or debate

They defined the terms.

They took the space shuttle.

They perceived the danger.

in which opposing arguments are put forward

The pitch of the sound.

The density of the population.

They demonstrated their capabilities.

They didn't bother to ask.

They went on a quest.

split

or break in something

together with gas and dust

held together by gravitational attraction

place

or time

method

or course of action)

especially blood or an organ

They were criticized for their actions.

radio

or television

They studied thermal energy.

The chip was embedded in the device.

They had a consultation.

They watched a classic film.

They measured the distance.

typically a protracted one

They tried to retain their position.

The disease was prevalent.

They behaved well.

They felt acute pain.

They belonged to a specific category.

They ate the entirety of the cake.

The bridge spans the river.

The roof was collapsing.

They found an odder object.

The fish had a white belly.

They read a biography.

They improved the drainage.

They were in danger.

They walked along the coastline.

They declared their independence.

The chemical compound.

They used nickel in the alloy.

They used hydraulic machinery.

sails

or an engine

typically of the same kind

growing or fastened together

They stood in line.

aircraft

or motor vehicle

organization

etc.

They found a cluster of stars.

They did a comparative study.

They chased the rabbit.

They traveled downstream.

They engaged in bargaining.

They were afraid of the dark.

They went on a chase.

organize

and look after the items in a collection or exhibition

They had expertise in the area.

They caused destructive damage.

They had mutual respect.

They heard a noise.

typical

or standard

especially one concerning employment

sales

They had divergent opinions.

typically in a comparatively minor way; vary or modify

especially a part of a machine or vehicle

They woke at dawn.

They tried to capture the flag.

They were conserving water.

They gave credible evidence.

They praised his virtue.

They gradually improved.

The ground was saturated.

They were designated as leaders.

especially a sum of money

is too small

The climate was drier.

They sought equilibrium.

typically one belonging to a person

They watched the fire burn.

especially something abstract

that determines its character

They faced a disadvantage.

especially by effort or force

They witnessed a collision.

They observed the decay.

They studied the variant.

δ)

representing the d sound

especially one that differs greatly from the adult and forms the stage between egg and pupa

e.g.

producing a noisy cracking sound

They put collars on the dogs.

They put collars on the dogs.

roughly

or with difficulty

He was an eminent scientist.

The play received critical acclaim.

They completed the task unaided.

They assessed the feasibility of the plan.

especially information) widely

They weave baskets.

a British naturalist who developed the theory of evolution by natural selection

The ultimate goal.

thin line or mark of a different substance or color from its surroundings

They tried to insulate the building.

stairs

or ladder)

They conducted clinical trials.

The fish spawned.

They acted on impulse.

and sometimes also the lower leg

Alternatively

They admired the carvings.

especially before making a decision or coming to a conclusion

They suffered from hypertension.

especially a hand or the head

to express an idea or meaning

stone

or similar material with a hole through it

They coordinated the event.

They showed expression.

mainly aquatic group Crustacea

such as a crab

They followed rituals.

They discussed concepts.

They were an acquaintance.

especially information)

typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation

normal

or desirable; immoderate

They examined the contents.

They had a plethora of choices.

They avoided distractions.

They experimented with new methods.

They faced traffic congestion.

They made an intuitive decision.

amount

or strength

They endeavored to succeed.

typically

delicate

They took their cues.

especially a list

report

They had to bear the pain.

They had ample time.

The tradition originated there.

They had broad shoulders.

They formed a bond.

They visited the cemetery.

especially to one's feelings; disagreeable

They studied exoplanets.

They were propelled forward.

They had good intent.

They excavated the site.

They made an eloquent speech.

They had exceptional skills.

They showed discretion.

They faced condemnation.

They commemorated the event.

They groomed the horse.

The volcano was dormant.

damage

or harm

They walked down the corridors.

leaving little or no room for movement; packed

paper

or author

They made an overture.

They had wrought iron.

The pipe was rigid.

typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone

The road was rough.

They were a fanatic supporter.

They had partial success.

They owned tracts of land.

or a region or subject over which someone or something has influence

The area abounds with wildlife.

They covered the table.

They closed their eyes.

The colors faded.

They dealt with the aftermath.

They felt detached.

They studied polar bears.

The flower was delicate.

They visited sacred sites.

They had vitamin deficiencies.

They gave a captivating performance.

typically microscopic and consisting of cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane. Microorganisms and some other organisms consist of a single cell. Cells of plants and animals are typically organized into tissues and organs

They measured the altitude.

They utilized the resources.

They felt relief.

The instructions were confusing.

confidence

or hope to (someone)

They observed cyclic patterns.

Waste disposal is essential.

They grind the coffee beans.

water

and yeast or another leavening agent

They sought comfort.

They reached the summit.

They followed social conventions.

especially a site

They received a favorable review.

senses

or activities

They carried a heavy burden.

thin

flat piece of wood or other stiff material

They crushed the ice.

They revised the plan.

They studied spatial relationships.

They avoided complacency.

They noticed a deviation.

They heard a faint sound.

They took a bracing walk.

Water trickled down the rocks.

They received admonitions.

They almost drowned.

especially by evaporation or dehydration

They planted a bulb.

They were subordinate to the manager.

They were starving.