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Question 0

Set their dreams (aloft)

Answer 0

Aloft = high up, set dreams high up

Question 1

Called out a greeting

Answer 1

Say a greeting

Question 2

Zeal

But persecution only fired them with increased (zeal) for their doctrines, which they preached in all the surrounding regions.

Answer 2

Enthusiasm

Question 3

Proximity

Properties are listed for their (proximity) to rail lines, not bus routes.

Answer 3

Nearness

Question 4

Cordial

Be (cordial) to everyone else, even if you don’t agree with them.

Answer 4

courteous and gracious; friendly; warm

Question 5

Backlash

Answer 5

Strong/violent reaction

Question 6

Brickbat

Answer 6

Unkind and unfavorable remark

Question 7

Part and parcel

Answer 7

An essential necessary part

Question 8

Confrontational

Answer 8

To face in hostility / defiance

Question 9

Tenacity

Answer 9

Being persistent

Question 10

( ) down on the seat

Answer 10

Plonk

Question 11

Pomp

Answer 11

Dignified /magnificent displa

Question 12

Decisive influence

Answer 12

Conclusive decision making influence.

Decisive = characterized by decision and firmness

Question 13

Spanned

Answer 13

A period of time, a span of life

Question 14

Clad

Answer 14

To cover with a protective or insulating layer of other material

Question 15

Compatriots

Answer 15

A person from one’s own country

Question 16

Credible

Answer 16

Capable of being believed

Question 17

( ) of much interest

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Subject

Question 18

( ) of reach

Answer 18

Out

Question 19

( )of debate

Answer 19

Centre

Question 20

雷声大作

Answer 20

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