crucible act 2

Question 1

Magistrate

Answer 1

a local official entrusted with the administration of laws

Question 2

blasphemy

Answer 2

the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for god

Question 3

lechery

Answer 3

immoderate indulgence in sexual activity

Question 4

vengeance

Answer 4

with great force or vehemence

Question 5

conjure

Answer 5

to summon a devil or spirit

Question 6

abomination

Answer 6

something that causes disgust or loathing

Question 7

base

Answer 7

low,mean,morally bad

Question 8

beguile

Answer 8

to charm or enchant, in a deceptive way

Question 9

calumny

Answer 9

a false and malicious accusation designed to harm someones reputation

Question 10

conciliatory

Answer 10

attempting to appease or pacify

Question 11

contemptuous

Answer 11

showing or expressing disdain or scorn

Question 12

crucible

Answer 12

a severe test or trial

Question 13

deposition

Answer 13

a formal, statement made under oath

Question 14

imperceptible

Answer 14

extremely slight,gradual,or subtle.

Question 15

incredulous

Answer 15

unwilling or unable to believe something.

Question 16

pallor

Answer 16

an unhealthy pale appearance

Question 17

pretense

Answer 17

an attempt to make something that is not the case appear to be true.

Question 18

prodigious

Answer 18

remarkably or impressively great in extent,size,or degree.

Question 19

reproach

Answer 19

to express disapproval or disappointment.

Question 20

subservient

Answer 20

acting in an inferior or subordinate manner