The Interlopers - Vocabulary

Question 1

Saki

Answer 1

• Hector Hugh Munro: 1870-1916
• born in Burma, moved to England
• Penname - Saki
• wrote satirical pieces for newspapers
• known for short stories
• unflattering view of humanity

Question 2

acquiesce

Answer 2

• verb

- to yield to or to agree to

Question 3

medley

Answer 3

• noun

- a mixture or an assortement

Question 4

endeavor

Answer 4

• noun

- a serious attempt or effort to accomplish something

Question 5

languor

Answer 5

• noun

- weakness, weariness of body or mind

Question 6

reconcilliation

Answer 6

• noun

- the restoration of harmony or friendship