ACT Exam Literacy - Resources and Food

Here you will learn some English words related to resources and food, such as "crave", "pastry", "scavenge", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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ACT Exam Literacy
quota [noun]

(economics) an amount or share that each individual is entitled to receive

the act of using up something, such as resources, energy, or materials

Ex: Excessive consumption of resources leads to environmental damage .

the process of refilling or restoring something to its original level or condition

Ex: The rainfall contributed to the replenishment of the dried-up lake .

the state of being able to be used, obtained, or accessed

Ex: The availability of new technology has greatly improved communication .
alms [noun]

money, food, or other donations given to the poor or needy as an act of charity

Ex: He offered alms to the beggar on the street , hoping to make a small difference .
resource [noun]

(usually plural) means such as equipment, money, manpower, etc. that a person or organization can benefit from

Ex:

supplies of food, drink, or other necessities prepared or provided for a journey, event, or emergency

Ex: In preparation for the hurricane , the family stocked up on provisions such as canned goods and bottled water .

an amount of something that is permitted

Ex: The doctor prescribed a daily allowance of vitamins to improve his health .

the action of denying someone access to essential needs like food, money, or legal rights

Ex: Her stories highlighted the deprivation experienced by the poor in the city .
famine [noun]

a situation where there is not enough food that causes hunger and death

Ex: The drought led to a severe famine in the region .

a situation where a person or animal dies or greatly suffers from having no food for a long time

parcel [noun]

a portion or piece of something that has been divided or given out, especially from a larger amount

Ex: She divided the cake into small parcels for the party guests .

to search for and collect food, typically in natural surroundings such as forests or fields

Ex: She is currently foraging for edible mushrooms in the woods .

to search for and consume decaying or dead organic matter as a source of food, often done by animals

to use up or diminish the quantity or supply of a resource, material, or substance

Ex: Unregulated industrial practices can deplete the soil of essential nutrients .

to waste or misuse something valuable, such as money, time, or opportunities

Ex: The government was accused of squandering taxpayer money on unnecessary projects .

to consume or spend resources, energy, or time for a specific purpose

Ex: They decided not to expend any more resources on the failing project .
to allot [verb]

to give or distribute a particular thing such as time, money, etc.

Ex: The teacher will allot specific time slots for each student to present their projects .

to distribute or assign resources, funds, or tasks for a particular purpose

Ex: The nonprofit organization plans to allocate volunteers strategically for community outreach .
inexhaustible [adjective]

(of a supply of something) limitless and incapable of running out

thrifty [adjective]

(of a person) careful with money and resources, avoiding unnecessary spending

Ex: The thrifty couple managed to buy their home by cutting back on luxuries .
cost-effective [adjective]

producing good results without costing too much

Ex: Using public transportation instead of owning a car is often more cost-effective for daily commuting .
convenient [adjective]

favorable or well-suited for a specific purpose or situation

Ex: It was convenient that the train arrived just as I reached the station .
reusable [adjective]

able to be used again multiple times

Ex: Reusable cloth diapers are becoming increasingly popular among environmentally conscious parents .
nonrenewable [adjective]

(of a natural resource or source of energy) existing in limited amounts and not replaceable after being used

Ex: Burning nonrenewable fossil fuels contributes significantly to global warming .
supplemental [adjective]

additional food intended to enhance or complete a diet, often used to address nutritional deficiencies

Ex: Supplemental foods , like fortified cereals , can help ensure that children receive essential nutrients .
pastry [noun]

a baked good made from dough or batter, often sweetened or filled with ingredients like fruit, nuts, or chocolate

Ex: The aroma of freshly baked pastries filled the air in the quaint café .
dumpling [noun]

a dish consisting of small balls of dough that can be baked, fried, or boiled, served with meat

broth [noun]

a flavorful liquid made by simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in water

Ex: He sipped the steaming chicken broth, feeling its comforting warmth soothe his sore throat.
gruel [noun]

a thin, watery porridge made by boiling ground grain or meal in water or milk

Ex: The orphanage served the children gruel every morning for breakfast .
kernel [noun]

the inner part of a seed, nut, or fruit pit that is often edible

Ex: She cracked the walnut shell to reveal the kernel inside .
fudge [noun]

a creamy brown sweet made with milk, sugar, and butter

liquor [noun]

any kind of alcoholic drink made through the process of heating and cooling, such as whiskey, vodka, rum, gin, and tequila

Ex: She ordered a cocktail made with premium liquor at the upscale bar .

a type of soup that contains pasta and vegetables, originated in Italy

veal [noun]

meat of a young cow

Ex: She purchased ground veal to make homemade meatballs for spaghetti night .

a substance typically used in dough to make it rise by producing gas bubbles, resulting in a lighter and softer texture

Ex: She used sourdough starter as a natural leavening for her homemade bread .
brisket [noun]

meat cut from the chest of an animal, especially a cow

Ex: We visited a local smokehouse renowned for its mouthwatering brisket .
puree [noun]

a type of food in the form of a smooth cream made by crushing fruit and mixing with cooked vegetables

batter [noun]

a mixture consisting of flour, milk, and eggs, used for making pancakes, or for covering food before frying

Ex: What 's the key to a perfect tempura batter ?

a food item that forms part of a recipe or culinary mixture

Ex: Butter is an essential ingredient in this cake .
entree [noun]

the main segment of a meal

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staple [noun]

an essential item that is regularly used or needed

Ex: Potatoes have long been a staple of European diets .
catering [noun]

the business of providing food, beverages, and other related services for events or occasions

cuisine [noun]

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

Ex: She enjoyed trying different types of cuisine while traveling , from Italian to Thai .
to crave [verb]

to strongly desire or seek something

Ex: I crave chocolate whenever I 'm stressed .
to gorge [verb]

to eat greedily and in large quantities

Ex: As the barbecue smoke wafted through the air , friends eagerly gathered to gorge on grilled burgers and ribs .

to eat something eagerly and in large quantities, often implying intense hunger or enjoyment

Ex: With excitement , the family sat down to devour the Thanksgiving feast they had spent hours preparing .

to eat something quickly and greedily, often making loud and rapid swallowing sounds

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to chew food by biting and grinding it with the teeth

Ex: The chef recommended taking small bites and slowly masticating the steak for the best flavor .
to chomp [verb]

to chew or bite down on something with a strong, audible, and repeated motion

Ex: The enthusiastic eater could n't resist the temptation to chomp the juicy watermelon slices at the summer picnic .
culinary [adjective]

having to do with the preparation, cooking, or presentation of food

Ex: They attended a culinary festival showcasing dishes from around the world .
ravenous [adjective]

experiencing extreme hunger

Ex: The stray dog , having not eaten for days , was ravenous and eagerly ate the food offered by the rescuers .