Letter K – Episode 02 1 / 20 1. What does “Kettle” mean? • A small container used for boiling liquids • A frying pan • A wooden cup Explanation: A kettle is a pot or container used to boil water or other liquids. Example: Could you plug in the electric kettle, please? 2 / 20 2. What does “Kick off” mean? • To cancel completely • To begin or start something • To stop suddenly Explanation: Kick off means to start an event or activity. Example: The premier will kick off a discussion on free trade next week. 3 / 20 3. What does “Kick out” mean? • To ask politely to stay • To force someone to leave • To welcome warmly Explanation: Kick out means to make someone leave because of bad behavior or poor performance. Example: Jim’s club kicked him out because he didn’t pay his dues. 4 / 20 4. What does “Kick the bucket” mean? • To die • To rest after work • To win a prize Explanation: Kick the bucket is an informal idiom meaning “to die.” Example: I heard that the old man finally kicked the bucket. 5 / 20 5. What does “Kidding” mean? • Joking • Speaking seriously • Giving instructions Explanation: Kidding means to say something as a joke, not seriously. Example: Jeremy was kidding when he said he was quitting. 6 / 20 6. What does “Kill off” mean? • To repair something broken • To destroy something completely • To create something new Explanation: Kill off means to remove, destroy, or use something completely. Example: The use of pesticides is killing off birds and wildlife. 7 / 20 7. What does “Kinfolk” mean? • family members • Strangers • Co-workers Explanation: Kinfolk means members of your extended family. Example: I like to meet with my kinfolks. 8 / 20 8. What does “Kink” mean? • A perfect shape • A twist, bend • A smooth surface Explanation: Kink refers to a bend in something straight, or stiffness in a muscle. Example: He got a kink in his neck from lying awkwardly. 9 / 20 9. What does “Kit” mean? • A single paper • A random object • A set of tools or equipment Explanation: Kit is a collection of tools or items kept together for a purpose. Example: The soldiers must pack their kit before they move. 10 / 20 10. What does “Knack” mean? • A useless habit • A special ability • A common problem Explanation: Knack means having a natural talent to do something easily. Example: Driving is not difficult once you got the knack of it. 11 / 20 11. What does “Knob” mean? • A paperweight • A flat board • A handle used to open Explanation: A knob is a round handle used for doors or machines. Example: To operate this machine, you need to turn this knob. 12 / 20 12. What does “Knock out” mean? • To make someone unconscious • To wake someone up • To invite someone Explanation: Knock out means to cause someone to lose consciousness. Example: The medicine knocked me out. 13 / 20 13. What does “Knock it off” mean? • Begin working harder • Continue talking • Stop doing something annoying Explanation: Knock it off is an informal way to tell someone to stop. Example: The boys were very naughty, so I told them to knock it off. 14 / 20 14. What does “Know-how” mean? • Random guesses • Practical knowledge • Useless ideas Explanation: Know-how means skill and practical ability in a field. Example: We want someone with technical know-how. 15 / 20 15. What does “Know someone like the back of one’s hand” mean? • To know someone very well • To meet someone for the first time • To forget someone completely Explanation: This idiom means being very familiar with someone or something. Example: Of course I know John. I know him like the back of my hand. 16 / 20 16. What does “Keen” mean? • Very eager • Bored and uninterested • Weak and tired Explanation: Keen describes someone eager or excited about something. Example: She is very keen to start her new job. 17 / 20 17. What does “Keyboard” mean? • A notebook • A panel with keys for typing • A painting tool Explanation: A keyboard is a device with keys for typing or playing instruments. Example: I bought a new keyboard for my computer. 18 / 20 18. What does “Keystone” mean? • A useless piece • A side decoration • The central, most important part Explanation: Keystone is the central, vital piece of an arch or system. Example: Education is the keystone of progress. 19 / 20 19. What does “Kidnap” mean? • To take someone by force • To help someone travel • To invite someone Explanation: Kidnap means to illegally take someone away. Example: The police rescued the boy who was kidnapped. 20 / 20 20. What does “Kingdom” mean? • A single family • A country ruled by a king • A small room Explanation: A kingdom is a state ruled by royalty. Example: The United Kingdom is famous worldwide. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte