Homer's 7-8th c BC "Iliad" Pre-Face

Question 1

[Comparing two things with words “like” / “as”

Answer 1

Similes

Question 2

[Existing in the same Age]

Answer 2

Coeval

Question 3

[Mental weakness/Illness, commonly with age]

Answer 3

Infirmity

Question 4

[Faithfulness, Accuracy]

Answer 4

Fidelity

Question 5

[Deep Respect]

Answer 5

Veneration

Question 6

[Imaginary line from North Pole to the South pole while mapping]

Answer 6

Meridian

Question 7

[Majestic, Awe-Inspiring]

Answer 7

Sublimity

Question 8

[Quality of being Impressive, Magnificent in appearance, scale or significance]

Answer 8

Grandeur

Question 9

[Something that has a pleasant. harmonious sound]

Answer 9

Melodious

Question 10

[Composing poetry/Turning prose into verse]

Answer 10

Versification

Question 11

[Spoken language in it’s ordinary form, without rhyme or poetry]

Answer 11

Prose

Question 12

[Single line of poetry, structured form with patterns, rhyme and rhythm]

Answer 12

Verse

Question 13

[Begin, start something]

Answer 13

Commence

Question 14

[Two-wheeled vehicle for pulling horses]

Answer 14

Chariot

Question 15

[Quality of being very fast/quick]

Answer 15

Rapidity

Question 16

[Intense anger/rage often with desire for vengeance]

Answer 16

Wrath

Question 17

[Act of seeking revenge/punishment in response to a perceived wrong/injury.]

Answer 17

Vengeance

Question 18

[Involve or require something as a necessary part or consequence]

Answer 18

Entail

Question 19

[Highest point/peak, in terms of success, power]

Answer 19

Zenith

Question 20

[Anything related to the sky or outer space]

Answer 20

Celestial

Question 21

[Extremely large number or countless quantity of something]

Answer 21

Myriad

Question 22

[Deep distress, sorrow or misfortune]

Answer 22

Woes

Question 23

[Act of setting up camp/taking shelter usually in military to establish temporary location]

Answer 23

Encamped

Question 24

[State of having lost someone close, typically due to death.]

Answer 24

Bereavement

Question 25

[Include or surround something, containing wide range of things]

Answer 25

Encompasses

Question 26

[Great courage, especially in the face of danger]

Answer 26

Valor

Question 27

[Act of raising, nurturing something]

Answer 27

Rearing

Question 28

[Extremely large in size, scope]

Answer 28

Colossal

Question 29

[A Person one of distinction or importance, historical figure, celebrity]

Answer 29

Personage

Question 30

[Notable or daring actions, involving courage or achievement]

Answer 30

Exploits

Question 31

[Being Provided with a particular Quality/Talent/Gift, often a a natural characteristic]

Answer 31

Endowed

Question 32

[Position of dominance, control, influence over others]

Answer 32

Ascendency

Question 33

[To regard with extreme repulsion, disgust, hatred]

Answer 33

Abhors

Question 34

[Introductory action/event]

Answer 34

Prelude

Question 35

[High-ranking official/diplomat who represents their country in another nation]

Answer 35

Ambassador

Question 36

[Official diplomatic missions/offices representing one country’s government in another]

Answer 36

Embassies

Question 37

[To show or illustrate by example]

Answer 37

Exemplify

Question 38

[Feelings, emotions/attitudes towards something expressed in words or behavior]

Answer 38

Sentiments

Question 39

[Act of overseeing, managing or supervising a process, task.]

Answer 39

Superintending

Question 40

[Formal for “in spite of” “despite”]

Answer 40

Notwithstanding

Question 41

[Desire to irritate or offend someone]

Answer 41

Spite

Question 42

[Regardless of some obstacle happening]

Answer 42

Despite

Question 43

[Quality of being impulsive/rash]

Answer 43

Impetuosity

Question 44

[Actions made hastily]

Answer 44

Rash

Question 45

[Actions without careful thought, often implying urgency]

Answer 45

Hastily

Question 46

[State of extreme poverty or lacking basic necessities]

Answer 46

Destitute

Question 47

[Protective sheath or cover for a sword/dagger]

Answer 47

Scabbard

Question 48

[Added to something already existing, sometimes unnecessary]

Answer 48

Superadded

Question 49

[Ability to move quickly and easily, with grace and precision]

Answer 49

Agility

Question 50

[Someone/Something that is subject to sudden and unpredictable changes]

Answer 50

Mercurial

Question 51

[Referring to a person’s mood/personality in situations, emotional nature, traits]

Answer 51

Temperament

Question 52

[As a result/From this time forward]

Answer 52

Hence

Question 53

[Something that is briefly visible, fleeting and likely to disappear quickly]

Answer 53

Evanescent

Question 54

[Protective care or guidance of a higher power]

Answer 54

Providence

Question 55

[Highly regarded, distinguished in a particular field or profession]

Answer 55

Eminent

Question 56

[Threat, something that causes harm]

Answer 56

Menace

Question 57

[Strong desire to possess something that belongs to someone else]

Answer 57

Covetous

Question 58

[Someone who is Wise, Careful, Sensible]

Answer 58

Prudent

Question 59

[Ability to speak/write in a fluent and persuasive way]

Answer 59

Eloquence

Question 60

[Something that has never happened before]

Answer 60

Unprecedented

Question 61

[Earlier event, decision serving as an example or guide for subsequent decisions]

Answer 61

Precedent

Question 62

[Something that comes after/follows something else in time or order]

Answer 62

Subsequent

Question 63

[Something/Someone who cannot be conquered, subdued or defeated]

Answer 63

Indomitable

Question 64

[Something that is easily seen or noticed]

Answer 64

Conspicuous

Question 65

[Behavior characterized by honor, courtesy and courage]

Answer 65

Chivalrous

Question 66

[Polite behavior, respect, consideration towards others, Courteous]

Answer 66

Courtesy

Question 67

[Someone Deeply religious]

Answer 67

Pious

Question 68

[Deserving of great respect, admiration]

Answer 68

Estimable

Question 69

[A Defensive Wall]

Answer 69

Bulwark

Question 70

[Describe/Outline/Portray something with precision and clarity]

Answer 70

Delineate

Question 71

[A Man who exhibits the characteristics/mannerisms like women]

Answer 71

Effeminate

Question 72

[Feeling of regret or sorrow for having committed a wrongdoing/sin]

Answer 72

Penitence

Question 73

[Someone/Something deserving of deep respect due to age/wisdom/character]

Answer 73

Venerable

Question 74

[Home of the Olympian Gods [Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Athena]

Answer 74

Olympus

Question 75

[Something large, swelling or flowing like a wave]

Answer 75

Billow

Question 76

[Playful, lively or carefree movement often associated with jumping or skipping joyfully]

Answer 76

Gambol

Question 77

[Highest point of something usually in context of mountains or high-level meetings]

Answer 77

Summit

Question 78

[Small, secluded valley/hollow in the landscape surrounded by trees]

Answer 78

Dell

Question 79

[Violent, intense storm]

Answer 79

Tempest

Question 80

[Using a plow to prepare the ground for planting crops]

Answer 80

Plowing

Question 81

[Process of planting seeds/spreading something]

Answer 81

Sowing

Question 82

[The act of harvesting crops]

Answer 82

Reaping

Question 83

[Process of separating the edible part of grain from the husk or straw]

Answer 83

Threshing

Question 84

[Place where something is stored/Deposited for safekeeping]

Answer 84

Depository

Question 85

[Punishment/Justice that is considered to be deserved]

Answer 85

Retribution

Question 86

[Something extremely immoral/wicked/unjust, actions/behavior]

Answer 86

Iniquitous

Question 87

[Period of great hardship/suffering]

Answer 87

Tribulation

Question 88

[Expression of deep sorrow/grief/regret]

Answer 88

Lamentations

Question 89

[Formal written request/appeal]

Answer 89

Petition

Question 90

[The Greatest/Most Abundant in amount/size or extent. Something more than sufficient]

Answer 90

Ample

Question 91

[Excessive pride/Admiration for one’s appearance/qualities/achievements]

Answer 91

Vanity

Question 92

[Something of great beauty, excellence or grandeur]

Answer 92

Sublime

Question 93

[Someone/something wearing chainmail armor]

Answer 93

Mail-clad

Question 94

[Sharp, vibrating sound]

Answer 94

Twang

Question 95

[Sound/Motion associated with something quickly moving through the air]

Answer 95

Whizzing

Question 96

[A Decorative Band/Strip, typically near the top of a wall, often sculpted or painted images]

Answer 96

Frieze

Question 97

[Act of reading or examining something carefully in detail]

Answer 97

Perusal

Question 98

[Something that is plentiful/More than enough]

Answer 98

Abundant

Question 99

[Lack of self-confidence or hesitation]

Answer 99

Diffidence