Letter H – Episode 01 1 / 20 1) What does “Hack” mean? • To decorate something • To tolerate something • To run away quickly Explanation: Hack means to cope with or tolerate, often used in negative statements. It can also mean to cut roughly. Example: He just couldn’t hack the new job. 2 / 20 2) What does “Had better” mean? • Cannot • Must not • Should, ought to Explanation: Had better is used to give advice or a strong suggestion. Example: I think you had better not leave now. 3 / 20 3) What does “Hail” mean? • A sudden earthquake • A strong wind • Frozen rain Explanation: Hail can mean small pieces of frozen rain, or calling to attract attention. Example: I tried to hail her from across the room. 4 / 20 4) What does “Hilarious” mean? • Slightly sad • Very boring • Extremely funny Explanation: Hilarious means very, very funny. Example: Do you know Pete? He is hilarious. 5 / 20 5) What does “Hammer into” mean? • To cut paper • To drive a nail in • To write notes Explanation: Hammer into means to hit nails into something with a hammer. Example: She hammered the nail into the wall. 6 / 20 6) What does “Hand in” mean? • To submit • To refuse • To hide Explanation: Hand in means to give something officially, like homework or a resignation. Example: She handed in her resignation to the secretary. 7 / 20 7) What does “Hand out” mean? • To keep for yourself • To distribute • To throw away Explanation: Hand out means to distribute items to people. Example: Food was handed out to the needy families. 8 / 20 8) What does “Handicap” mean? • A disadvantage • A benefit • A simple tool Explanation: Handicap means a condition or situation that makes progress difficult. Example: They were handicapped by their lack of education. 9 / 20 9) What does “Handle” (verb) mean? • To break suddenly • To ignore completely • To deal with or control Explanation: Handle means to operate or manage something. Example: We will handle tag questions next week. 10 / 20 10) What does “Handle” (noun) mean? • A knob • A box • A heavy machine Explanation: Handle is a part used to open, hold, or control something. Example: He turned the handle to open the door. 11 / 20 11) What does “Handsome” mean? • Ugly • Attractive • Very old Explanation: Handsome means a man who is good-looking (especially for men). Example: John is a very handsome guy. 12 / 20 12) What does “Hang around” mean? • To sleep • To study hard • To spend time without purpose Explanation: Hang around means to loiter or stay somewhere without a clear purpose. Example: Tim likes to hang around in the airport. 13 / 20 13) What does “The hang of something” mean? • A heavy bag • A decoration on the wall • Knowledge of how to do something correctly Explanation: The hang of something means learning how to do something the right way. Example: As soon as I get the hang of this computer, I’ll work faster. 14 / 20 14) What does “Hang on” mean? • To hold • To let go • To run away Explanation: Hang on means to keep holding something. Example: He slipped and was left hanging on to the rope by his hands and one foot. 15 / 20 15) What does “Hang out” mean? • To work quietly • To spend time with someone • To go to sleep early Explanation: Hang out means to relax or spend time socially with friends. Example: Kids hang out too much these days. 16 / 20 16) What does “Hang up” mean? • To end a phone call • To answer immediately • To keep calling Explanation: Hang up means to put the phone receiver down or end a call. Example: Please hang up the phone. 17 / 20 17) What does “Hangar” mean? • A train station • A type of large ship • A building where airplanes are kept Explanation: Hangar is a building where planes are stored and maintained. Example: Airplanes are kept in hangars. 18 / 20 18) What does “Happen” mean? • To occur • To sleep deeply • To disappear Explanation: Happen means when an event takes place. Example: A very terrible accident happened yesterday. 19 / 20 19) What does “Harbor” mean? • A desert • A port or place for ships • A mountain range Explanation: Harbor means a place where ships dock safely. Example: Houston is an important harbor city in Texas. 20 / 20 20) What does “Hardship” mean? • Suffering • Joy and celebration • Simple happiness Explanation: Hardship means serious problems or suffering. Example: The new tax is going to cause a lot of hardship. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte