4000 Essential English Words 4 Unit 15: Laika, the Space Dog

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

After weeks of hard work, the scientists must _____ the results of their _____ .

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

After the death of her _____ pet, the woman felt nothing but _____ for many weeks.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

The store had a _____ of canned vegetables, but the man _____ that they didn’t have his favorite brand.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

The new schedule _____ passengers who thought the train was _____ at 8 a.m.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

The island was a great place to _____ a hotel since the _____ was warm throughout the year.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

_____ he had a lot of bad luck in the past, he refused to let _____ events stop him from moving forward.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

The _____ was turned up to the highest temperature, but it couldn’t heat the _____ room.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

In the _____ of a terrible war, the young boys had to _____ quickly.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

To make sure the dog’s _____ was long enough, Bob took out a ruler and _____ it.

Choose the word that is the better fit for each blank.

She insisted that they _____ her mother’s favorite perfume before they _____ her.

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

Although he didn’t know how to dance, _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

A furnace keeps _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

Florida’s warm climate makes _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

He wanted to establish _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

The train was due to arrive at _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

A lot of research is needed _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

Shoppers have a variety of _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

In the midst of the game _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

A leash keeps _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the phrases to make complete sentences.

Her beloved sister _____.

a. he went to the party anyway

b. before new medicines can be created

c. a school for blind children

d. a room warm during the winter

e. a dog from running away

f. many travelers want to vacation there

g. always calmed her

h. the team’s best player had to be replaced

i. around seven in the morning

j. food to choose from at the store

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

To determine if the new drug was safe, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

His newest book did not sell well, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

He wanted to finish the race, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

He lost his map, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

The soup was cold, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

Sue was very silly as a child, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

No one could find the treasure _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

He said he would write to her, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

She wanted to look older, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

Match the clauses to make complete sentences.

They were thirsty, _____.

a. scientists measured all the effects

b. but his prior works were very successful

c. because the pirate had buried it

d. so she applied makeup to her face

e. but the pain in his ankle gave him too much misery

f. so she patiently awaited his letters

g. so they drank the entire bowl of punch

h. so the diners complained to the waiter

i. but she became more serious as she matured

j. so he became confused

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Scientists did a variety of tests for research before the Sputnik 2 was due to leave.

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Wires were applied to Laika’s leash so that scientists could find the ship.

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Although Laika could not be buried, a spaceship was established in her honor.

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

In the midst of the scientists’ excitement, Laika’s ship became too hot.

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

In a prior launch, scientists sent two other dogs into space.

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Many people complained that Laika should not have gone to space.

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Why did scientists choose Laika for the mission?

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Why did Laika die during the trip?

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Scientists made Laika wear a special leash because they _______.

LAIKA, THE SPACE DOG

One of the world’s most beloved space travelers was also the furriest. Laika was a little dog living on the streets of Moscow, Russia. She matured on the streets because no one would give her a home. She had to learn how to live without eating much. She found ways to keep warm in a very cold climate. Scientists thought a tough dog like Laika would do well in a project they were putting together.

In a prior launch, Russia had put the first man-made object into space. Now, scientists wanted to see if a living thing could go to space. Although many facts about space had been learned, they weren’t enough to help send humans to space safely.

Laika and two other dogs were chosen to help scientists with their research. The animals were used in a variety of tests. In the end, though, only Laika would go to space. On November 3, 1957, the Sputnik 2 spaceship was due to leave Earth.

Scientists carefully applied wires to Laika’s skin to measure her body’s reactions once she got into space. Laika also wore a special leash. Without it, she would float around in the spaceship. Soon after, Laika left the planet. Scientists on Earth awaited information from the ship.

But in the midst of so much excitement, something very sad happened. Scientists were able to tell that Laika was under a lot of stress. The trip confused and scared her. Laika’s entire ship had become as hot as a furnace. Scientists were powerless to help the dog in her misery. After about five hours, Laika died.

Some have complained that the little dog should never have been used in the mission. Scientists knew that she would not survive the trip. Laika was never buried, but a memorial has been established in Moscow. There are many songs and books about her, too. It seems that Laika became a hero to many people.

Why did scientists apply wires to Laika’s skin?