Directions: Read the following sentences and figure out the meanings of the underlined words
by using contextual clues.
1. The unused muscles of stroke victims atrophv because of the lack of movement.
. a. become smaller c. look unhealthy
b. feel softer d. remain unchanged
2. If you have a stroke, seek immediate medical attention. Treatment can be more effective if
given pm--every minute counts.
a. from time to time c. with care
b. on a regular basis d, without delay
3. Some strokes can be caused by arteries rupturing wh:n weak spots on the blood vessel wall
break.
a. bursting c. hardening
b. dilating , d. shrinking
4. Stroke strikes approximately 750,000 Americans a year, and it is the leading cause of adult
disability.
a, attacks
b. contacts
c. destroys
d. interferes
5. One common stroke symptom is numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg-especially
on one side of the body.
a. changes in shape c. inability to feel or move
b, frequent jerks d, rigidity of the muscles
6. Rehabilitation which includes physical and speech therapy is essential for stroke victims
because it helps them to have a normal life again.
a. diagnosing problems c, bringing back to normal
b. giving medical advice d. assessing health conditions