Candide vocabulary quiz

Question 1

preceptor

Answer 1

a teacher or tutor

Question 2

to hew (hewn)

Answer 2

to cut down by blows of an ax

Question 3

consternation

Answer 3

amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion

Question 4

pensive

Answer 4

musingly or dreamily thoughtful; engaged in deep and serious thought

Question 5

tapestry

Answer 5

a heavy hand woven reversible textile used for hanging, cutinas, and upholstery and characterized by complicated pictorial designs

Question 6

endow

Answer 6

to furnish with an income

Question 7

tractable

Answer 7

capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled; docile

Question 8

steadfast

Answer 8

firm in belief, determination or adherence; loyal

Question 9

doctrine

Answer 9

system of belief

Question 10

entreat

Answer 10

to plead with especially in order to persuade; ask urgently

Question 11

remonstrate

Answer 11

to present and urge reasons in opposition; expostulate

Question 12

clemency

Answer 12

disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due

Question 13

accoutre

Answer 13

to provide with equipment or furnishings; outfit

Question 14

palpitate

Answer 14

to beat rapidly and strongly; throb

Question 15

provision

Answer 15

a stock of needed materials or supplies, especially: a stock of food usually used in plural