Question

1. you can tell from this passage that the word ignoble probably means

a not noble
b like a noble person
c very noble
d in a noble way

1. the third paragraph says that the people who receive an ig nobel prize arent always too happy about it. what is the most likely reason for that?

a they have to stop their important work to go to harvard.
b they dont want to be photographed.
c they are embarrassed because the prizes poke fun at them.
d they are afraid someone will copy their work

1. what is one thing that all the work done by these prize - winners has in common?

a it is extremely important.
b it is meant to improve health.
c it is all done by foreigners.
d it is kind of silly.

1. the second paragraph mentions leeches. how can you tell from the paragraph that a leech is a kind of animal instead of a rock?

1. do you think most scientists would rather get a nobel prize or an ig nobel prize? tell why you think so.

Explanation:

1. The prefix "ig -" often implies negation. "Ignoble" thus means not noble.
2. Ig Nobel Prizes are often seen as poking fun at the recipients, which can cause embarrassment.
3. Ig Nobel Prizes are awarded for work that is often considered silly or trivial.
4. Context clues in the paragraph likely describe leeches in a way that is characteristic of animals (e.g., movement - related or biological - function related descriptions).
5. Nobel Prizes are highly prestigious and recognized for important scientific achievements, while Ig Nobel Prizes are more for humorous or odd - ball research. Most scientists would prefer the former for its recognition of serious work.

Answer:

1. A. not noble
2. C. They are embarrassed because the prizes poke fun at them.
3. D. It is kind of silly.
4. Context clues in the paragraph likely describe leeches in an animal - like way (e.g., movement, biological functions).
5. Most scientists would rather get a Nobel Prize because it is highly prestigious and recognizes important scientific achievements, while the Ig Nobel Prize is more for humorous or odd - ball research.