A/K-Watly-Sr.3-Aug.10

[1] Which of the following words has the closest meaning to the bold word in the text?

(1) equivalent to   equal to                  

(2) roll out            market                

(3) leverage           use  

to use a quality or advantage to obtain a desired effect or result: She ~d her travel experience to get a job.

(4) subsistent        essential     

 existing, or continuing in existence.  <= subsist  to exist; continue in existence.

[2] Write a word that could fill in the blank.        reliable

[3] Explain what Attisani is saying in Japanese in 50 words.

AttisaniはWatly機が途上国現地で生産、運用されるようになれば、更に大きな効用をもたらすことになり得ると考えている。（49語）

[4] Explain what “Waltly” is and what it is expected to do in 100 words in Japanese. Include what “a quantum leap” suggests in your explanation.

発展途上国が現代社会入りを果たすのに欠かせない電気、水、インターネットアクセスを一台で提供できるWatlyが現地の後押しも得て普及すれば、アフリカの辺地の生活水準や経済が飛躍的/画期的に発展する機会を得るであろう。（99語）

 Quantum  the smallest quantity of radiant energy  (adj) sudden and significant: a ~ increase in productivity

[5] Create a name for “Watly” and a promotional phrase in Japanese to collect donations in Japan.