3.1

Question 1

Dichotomy (2)

Answer 1

A division into two, especially when these are sharply different or opposed. A system of doing so.

In astronomy, the phase of the moon or a planet when it appears half lit

Question 2

Innate

Answer 2

Derived from the fundamental nature of something, essential, integral. Exists from birth.

Question 3

Sheer (5)

Answer 3

Completely, totally, not mixed with anything else.

Thin, light, and transparent.

(|away|off) [To] change direction suddenly.

The curve of a ship’s sides or the curve in a beam or piece of furniture.

off - To break away, especially from a group or main course.

Question 4

Probe (2)

Answer 4

A tool or device used for investigating, exploring or testing something

A complete and careful investigation into something by asking questions or using devices and tools. Also verb.

Question 5

Overt

Answer 5

An act that is open to view and can be proven to have been done.

Question 6

Assimilate

Answer 6

To take in information, ideas, or culture and understand them fully.

To become part, or make one become part of a group, society, or culture.

In biology, to absorb food or nutrients into the body after digestion.

Question 7

Converse

Answer 7

to talk with someone

the opposite of something

Question 8

Defy

Answer 8

To refuse to obey or follow.