The scuba instructor said that the occasional nurse shark might swim near the reef, but it is not an aggressive species. Seeing a shark was improbable, but he said not to panic if we do.
What does the term improbable mean in this context?
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unlikely
unlikely
difficult
difficult
harmless
harmless
unpredictable
unlikely
Once they arrive at the junkyard, old cars are dismantled. Their parts are sorted out and organized according to size and value. Small parts are placed in bins, and large parts are placed into piles that make it easier for customers to find things.
What is the meaning of the term dismantled in this context?
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repaired
repaired
thrown away
thrown away
sold
sold
taken apart
taken apart
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taken apart
Dee tried to be consistent with her marathon training. She worked out every other day for months. When it came time to run in the big race, she was more than ready to compete.
What does the term consistent mean in this context?
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steady
steady
inventive
inventive
optimistic
optimistic
quick
steady
The sunset in Key West was one of the most sublime things we had ever seen. Shades of red and orange splashed across the sky in an amazing display of light. Delighted, we sat on the beach and watched in silence until it was over.
What does the word sublime mean in this context?
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unexceptional
unexceptional
beautiful
beautiful
confusing
confusing
distracting