chapter 7

Question 1

naive

Answer 1

(of a person or action) showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgement
e.g
“I don’t believe you! Flowers are weak creatures. They are naive. They reassure themselves as best they can. They believe that their thorns are terrible weapons …”

Question 2

thunderstruck

Answer 2

Extremely surprised or shocked.
e.g
He stared at me, thunderstruck.

Question 3

consequence

Answer 3

A result or effect, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant
e.g
Don’t you see— I am very busy with matters of consequence!