150816 Words

Question 1

flank

Answer 1

(noun) the side of a person’s or animal’s body between the ribs and the hip.

“leaning against his horse’s flanks”

Question 2

cease

Answer 2

(verb) to stop

Soo Young ceased to pick her nose.

Question 3

dismount

Answer 3

(verb) to get off, like from a horse.

He quickly dismounted from the crazy horse.

Question 4

pommel

Answer 4

(noun) raised part of the saddle in front of the rider.

Question 5

paralyzing

Answer 5

made unable to move

Question 6

tot

Answer 6

(noun) a very young child. toddler.

Question 7

vigilance

Answer 7

(noun) the action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.

Question 8

breakthrough

Answer 8

(noun) a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.

Question 9

hives (reaction)

Answer 9

A condition characterized by the sudden appearance of red, raised areas on the skin that itch severely. Hives may be caused by an allergic reaction (see allergy) to foods or other substances.

Question 10

allergy

Answer 10

a negative immune response by the body to a substance, especially pollen, fur, a particular food, or dust, to which it has become hypersensitive.

Question 11

legislation

Answer 11

(noun) law