English 2 Vocab Word LS 13

Question 1

juncture

Answer 1

a point where things are joined; a crossing; a point in time; a crisis point

Question 2

tawny

Answer 2

brownish-yellow; tan

Question 3

hieroglyphics

Answer 3

n. a picture or symbol representing a word, syllable, or sound, used by the ancient Egyptians and others, instead of a alphabetical letters; a method of writing using these pictures or symbols; picture writing; adj. pertaining to a system of writing that uses pictures or symbols

Question 4

subsidized

Answer 4

to aid or assist with a grant of money; to support; to promote

Question 5

inaccessible

Answer 5

not easily reached or approached; out of the way

Question 6

coffer

Answer 6

a box or chest, especially one used to hold money or other valuables

Question 7

rivulet

Answer 7

a small stream; a brook

Question 8

edifice

Answer 8

a building or structure, especially an imposing or elaborate one

Question 9

retainers

Answer 9

a fee paid in advance for services; a servant; an attendant

Question 10

innovation

Answer 10

a new way to do something; something new