Chapter 1

Question 1

eccentricity

Answer 1

the quality of being unconventional or slightly strange

Example sentence: His eccentricity was evident in his unique fashion choices.

Question 2

decorous

Answer 2

showing good taste and politeness

Example sentence: She always behaved in a decorous manner at formal events.

Question 3

mansion

Answer 3

a large, impressive house

Example sentence: The mansion was surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Question 4

on his part

Answer 4

from his perspective

Example sentence: On his part, he felt that he had done everything he could to help.

Question 5

meadows

Answer 5

a piece of grassland, especially one used for hay

Example sentence: The cows grazed peacefully in the meadows.

Question 6

pasture

Answer 6

land covered with grass and other low plants suitable for grazing animals

Example sentence: The sheep were led to the pasture to graze.

Question 7

sturdy

Answer 7

strongly and solidly built

Example sentence: The sturdy oak table could withstand heavy use.

Question 8

windswept gull-haunted promontory

Answer 8

a cape exposed to strong winds and populated by seagulls

Example sentence: The windswept gull-haunted promontory provided a breathtaking view of the ocean.

Question 9

tide

Answer 9

the regular rise and fall of the sea

Example sentence: The tide was coming in, covering the sandy beach.

Question 10

spouse

Answer 10

a husband or wife

Example sentence: She introduced her spouse to the guests at the party.

Question 11

descendants

Answer 11

a person, plant, or animal that is descended from a particular ancestor

Example sentence: The descendants of the royal family still lived in the castle.

Question 12

bequest

Answer 12

a gift of personal property by will

Example sentence: The generous bequest helped fund the new library.

Question 13

acres dwindled

Answer 13

the amount of land decreased

Example sentence: Over the years, the acres dwindled as more land was sold.

Question 14

heirs

Answer 14

people legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person’s death

Example sentence: The heirs inherited the family fortune after their parents passed away.

Question 15

establish

Answer 15

set up on a firm or permanent basis

Example sentence: The new company was established in the city center.

Question 16

coast

Answer 16

the part of the land near the sea

Example sentence: They took a leisurely stroll along the coast.

Question 17

vast

Answer 17

very great in size, amount, degree, intensity, or extent

Example sentence: The vast desert stretched out before them.

Question 18

seafaring

Answer 18

relating to the sea or sailing

Example sentence: His seafaring adventures took him to distant lands.

Question 19

embellished

Answer 19

make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features

Example sentence: The dress was embellished with intricate embroidery.

Question 20

concrete causeway

Answer 20

a raised road or track across low or wet ground

Example sentence: The concrete causeway provided a stable path through the marshy area.

Question 21

was packed to the attics

Answer 21

filled to capacity

Example sentence: The theater was packed to the attics for the opening night performance.

Question 22

attics

Answer 22

a space or room just below the roof of a house, often used for storing things

Example sentence: The family stored old furniture in the dusty attics.

Question 23

jolly

Answer 23

cheerful and happy

Example sentence: The jolly man greeted everyone with a big smile.

Question 24

moustaches

Answer 24

hair that a man grows above his upper lip

Example sentence: He twirled his moustaches thoughtfully as he pondered the question.

Question 25

befurled

Answer 25

rolled up or gathered into a compact roll ## Footnote Example sentence: The sails were befurled as the ship came into port.

Question 26

deck chair

Answer 26

a folding chair used on the deck of a ship or around a swimming pool ## Footnote Example sentence: She relaxed in the deck chair, soaking up the sun.

Question 27

surveyed

Answer 27

look carefully and thoroughly at (someone or something), especially so as to appraise them ## Footnote Example sentence: The detective surveyed the crime scene for clues.

Question 28

shore

Answer 28

the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or other large body of water ## Footnote Example sentence: They walked hand in hand along the shore at sunset.

Question 29

bathers

Answer 29

a person who swims or enjoys the water ## Footnote Example sentence: The beach was crowded with bathers enjoying the warm weather.

Question 30

knit

Answer 30

make (a garment, blanket, etc.) by interlocking loops of wool or other yarn with knitting needles or a machine ## Footnote Example sentence: She learned to knit from her grandmother.

Question 31

gruff

Answer 31

rough or stern in manner or speech ## Footnote Example sentence: The gruff old man softened when he saw the children playing.

Question 32

grizzled

Answer 32

having or streaked with gray hair ## Footnote Example sentence: His grizzled beard gave him a distinguished look.

Question 33

weather-beaten

Answer 33

worn or damaged by long exposure to the weather ## Footnote Example sentence: The weather-beaten ship showed signs of its long journey at sea.

Question 34

ceaseless

Answer 34

constant and unending ## Footnote Example sentence: The ceaseless rain made the streets flood.

Question 35

arrange

Answer 35

put (things) in a neat, attractive, or required order ## Footnote Example sentence: She arranged the flowers in a beautiful bouquet.

Question 36

moors

Answer 36

a tract of open uncultivated upland; a heath ## Footnote Example sentence: The wild moors stretched out as far as the eye could see.

Question 37

alluring

Answer 37

powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating ## Footnote Example sentence: The alluring scent of freshly baked bread wafted from the bakery.

Question 38

sensible

Answer 38

chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence; likely to be of benefit ## Footnote Example sentence: It would be sensible to bring an umbrella in case it rains.

Question 39

inclined

Answer 39

feeling willing or favorably disposed toward an action, belief, or attitude ## Footnote Example sentence: She was inclined to agree with his proposal.