Connections Answers

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

DEMONSTRATIVES

These words are 'demonstratives.' They are used to point out specific things, indicating if they are singular or plural, and if they are near or far from the speaker.

Individual words:

•THAT: Used to point to one thing that is far from you. For example, 'Look at that car over there.' It helps specify something not immediately next to you.

•THESE: Used to point to more than one thing that is close to you. For example, 'Please take these books here.' It specifies multiple items nearby.

•THIS: Used to point to one thing that is close to you. For example, 'I want this apple right here.' It helps specify a single item very close.

•THOSE: Used to point to more than one thing that is far from you. For example, 'Who owns those houses on the hill?' It specifies multiple items not close by.

EMBELLISHMENT

These words describe small additions or features that make something more attractive, complete, or distinctive. They are all ways to 'embellish' or decorate.

Individual words:

•ACCENT: A small but noticeable feature or color added to something to make it more attractive or to emphasize it. For example, an 'accent pillow' on a sofa.

•DETAIL: A small, specific part or feature added to something to make it more complete, interesting, or decorative. Think of the small designs on a fancy dress.

•FLOURISH: A fancy, often decorative, addition, like a swirly line in writing or a bold movement. It's meant to add style or draw attention.

•TOUCH: A small addition or change that makes something better, more personal, or complete. Often a subtle final improvement, like 'the finishing touches'.

OPTIONS ON A MULTIPLE CHOICE SURVEY

These words are common choices you see when answering opinion questions on a survey, often asking how much you agree with a statement.

Individual words:

•AGREE: You believe a statement is true or correct. Your opinion matches what is said. Often means 'yes' to the idea presented in the survey question.

•DISAGREE: You believe a statement is false or incorrect. Your opinion is different from what is said. Often means 'no' to the idea presented in the survey question.

•NEUTRAL: You don't strongly agree or disagree. You are in the middle, or you have no strong opinion either way. Sometimes this option is called 'undecided'.

•OTHER: This option lets you give a different answer not listed in the choices. You can write your own response if none of the provided options fit your opinion.

BEVERAGES WITH ACUTE ACCENTS REMOVED

These words are common English spellings that, with an acute accent (´) added, become the names of specific beverages: CAFÉ (coffee), PATRÓN (tequila), ROSÉ (wine), and THÉ (tea).

Individual words:

•CAFE: A place where you can buy coffee and often light meals. In America, cafes are popular spots for meeting friends or working.

•PATRON: A person who regularly visits a shop or restaurant, or someone who gives financial support to an artist or cause. Think of a loyal customer.

•ROSE: A beautiful, often fragrant flower, usually with thorns on its stem. It is also the past tense of the verb 'to rise' (go up).

•THE: This is a very common word in English, called a definite article. It points to a specific thing or person that both the speaker and listener know about.