The sign

Question 1

Boughs

Answer 1

a main branch of a tree.

Question 2

Surveyor

Answer 2

a person who surveys, especially one whose profession is the surveying of land.

Question 3

Puncheon

Answer 3

a short post, especially one used for supporting the roof in a coal mine.

Question 4

Ruefully

Answer 4

in a way that expresses sorrow or regret, especially in a wry or humorous manner.

Question 5

Pleasant

Answer 5

giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment.

Question 6

Proprietors

Answer 6

the owner of a business, or a holder of property.

Question 7

Deacon

Answer 7

(in Catholic, Anglican, and Orthodox Churches) an ordained minister of an order ranking below that of priest.

Question 8

Deliberately

Answer 8

consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

Question 9

Vaguely

Answer 9

in a way that is uncertain, indefinite or unclear; roughly.

Question 10

Begrudging

Answer 10

envy (someone) the possession or enjoyment of (something).

Question 11

Hunch

Answer 11

a feeling or guess based on intuition rather than known facts.

Question 12

Deprived

Answer 12

suffering a severe and damaging lack of basic material and cultural benefits.

Question 13

Unappetizing

Answer 13

not inviting or attractive; unwholesome.

Question 14

Scarcely

Answer 14

only just; almost not.

Question 15

Bellowing

Answer 15

(of a person or animal) emit a deep loud roar, typically in pain or anger.

Question 16

Conscious

Answer 16

aware of and responding to one’s surroundings; awake.

Question 17

Bitter

Answer 17

having a sharp, pungent taste or smell; not sweet.
or
(of people or their feelings or behavior) angry, hurt, or resentful because of one’s bad experiences or a sense of unjust treatment.

Question 18

Hastily

Answer 18

with excessive speed or urgency; hurriedly.

Question 19

Resentful

Answer 19

feeling or expressing bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Question 20

Despise

Answer 20

feel contempt or a deep repugnance for.

Question 21

Astonishingly

Answer 21

extremely surprisingly or impressively.

Question 22

Incomprehensible

Answer 22

not able to be understood; not intelligible.

Question 23

Glowered

Answer 23

have an angry or sullen look on one’s face; scowl.

Question 24

Detest

Answer 24

dislike intensely.

Question 25

Finicky

Answer 25

fussy about one’s needs or requirements.

Question 26

Astonishment

Answer 26

great surprise.

Question 27

Discouraged

Answer 27

having lost confidence or enthusiasm; disheartened.

Question 28

Salvage

Answer 28

rescue (a wrecked or disabled ship or its cargo) from loss at sea.

Question 29

Adz

Answer 29

a tool similar to an axe, with an arched blade at right angles to the handle, used for cutting or shaping large pieces of wood.

Question 30

Admiration

Answer 30

respect and warm approval.

Question 31

Nonchalantly

Answer 31

in a casually calm and relaxed manner.

Question 32

Contemptuous

Answer 32

showing contempt; scornful.

Question 33

Solemnly

Answer 33

in a formal and dignified manner.

Question 34

Grudgingly

Answer 34

in a reluctant or resentful manner.

Question 35

Resentment

Answer 35

bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Question 36

Disposition

Answer 36

a person’s inherent qualities of mind and character.

Question 37

Indifference

Answer 37

lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.

Question 38

Suspicions

Answer 38

a feeling or thought that something is possible, likely, or true.

Question 39

Disgruntled

Answer 39

angry or dissatisfied.

Question 40

Envious

Answer 40

feeling or showing envy.

Question 41

Chagrined

Answer 41

feel distressed or humiliated.

Question 42

Sinew

Answer 42

a piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament.

Question 43

Abruptly

Answer 43

suddenly and unexpectedly.

Question 44

Indignant

Answer 44

feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.

Question 45

Goaded

Answer 45

provoke or annoy (someone) so as to stimulate some action or reaction.

Question 46

Shrewdly

Answer 46

in a way that shows sharp powers of judgment; astutely.

Question 47

Nourishing

Answer 47

(of food) containing substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition.