Clopton Penguin Chick Vocabulary

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1.

People use down to make things because it __________.
- A.
  
  Looks nice
- B.
  
  Holds water
- C.
  
  Holds warmth
Correct Answer
C. Holds warmth

Explanation
People use down to make things because it holds warmth. Down is a natural insulator that is found beneath the feathers of ducks and geese. It has excellent thermal properties, trapping air and creating a layer of insulation that helps to retain body heat. This makes it a popular choice for making items such as jackets, comforters, and sleeping bags, as it provides warmth and comfort in cold weather conditions.

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2.

You might use the word "fierce" to describe a _______.
- A.
  
  Basket full of puppies
- B.
  
  Person with strong feelings
- C.
  
  Starry sky
Correct Answer
B. Person with strong feelings

Explanation
The word "fierce" is often used to describe someone who has strong, intense emotions or feelings. It implies that the person is passionate, determined, and possibly even aggressive in expressing their emotions. Therefore, it is appropriate to use the word "fierce" to describe a person with strong feelings.

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3.

When people huddle together, their ______ are facing to the outside.
- A.
  
  Feet
- B.
  
  Backs
- C.
  
  Chests
Correct Answer
B. Backs

Explanation
When people huddle together, their backs are facing to the outside. This means that their backs are turned away from each other and towards the surrounding area. Huddling together in this way provides a sense of protection and warmth, as well as allowing individuals to keep an eye on their surroundings. By having their backs facing outward, they are able to maintain a better awareness of their environment and potential threats.

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4.

If you shuffle, you're ________.
- A.
  
  Walking
- B.
  
  Laughing
- C.
  
  Reading
Correct Answer
A. Walking

Explanation
The given question is incomplete and does not provide enough context to determine the specific meaning of "shuffle." However, out of the three options provided, "walking" is the most likely answer as shuffling typically refers to a slow, dragging movement of the feet, which is commonly associated with walking.

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5.

You would expect ______ to echo.
- A.
  
  Images
- B.
  
  Smells
- C.
  
  Sounds
Correct Answer
C. Sounds

Explanation
Based on the given options, the word "echo" typically refers to a phenomenon related to sound. An echo occurs when sound waves bounce off a surface and return to the listener. Therefore, it is reasonable to expect sounds to echo rather than images or smells.

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6.

Jake has "Jr." (short for "Junior") after gus bane, which means _______.
- A.
  
  He's named for his father or grandfather
- B.
  
  He's short
- C.
  
  He's young
Correct Answer
C. He's young

Explanation
The presence of "Jr." after a person's name typically indicates that they are named after their father or grandfather, suggesting that they are young in comparison to the person they are named after.

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7.

To whip does not involve moving, or moving something, ________.
- A.
  
  Suddenly
- B.
  
  Quickly
- C.
  
  Calm
Correct Answer
B. Quickly

Explanation
The word "quickly" is the correct answer because it is the only option that relates to movement. "To whip" implies a fast, forceful movement, which is captured by the word "quickly". The other options, "suddenly" and "calm", do not involve any form of movement.

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Clopton Penguin Chick Vocabulary

People use down to make things because it __________.

You might use the word "fierce" to describe a _______.

When people huddle together, their ______ are facing to the outside.

If you shuffle, you're ________.

You would expect ______ to echo.

Jake has "Jr." (short for "Junior") after gus bane, which means _______.

To whip does not involve moving, or moving something, ________.