To Kill A Mocking Bird Vocabulary Part Two

Question 1

to argue or dispute vehemently; wrangle

Answer 1

altercation

Question 2

a series of explanations or interpretations

Answer 2

commentaries

Question 3

one who is employed to take dictation or copy manuscript

Answer 3

amanuensis

Question 4

strength of mind that allows one to endure pain or to copy manuscript

Answer 4

fortitude

Question 5

menacing; threatening. of or being an omen, especially an evil one

Answer 5

ominous

Question 6

to consent or comply passively pr without protest

Answer 6

acquiescence

Question 7

to make clear or plain, especially by explanation; clarify

Answer 7

elucidate

Question 8

not undesirably blatant or noticeable; inconspicuous

Answer 8

unobtrusive

Question 9

bitter, sharp, ill-natured animosity, especially as its exhibited in speech or behavior

Answer 9

acrimonious

Question 10

able to use both hands with equal facility

Answer 10

ambidextrous

Question 11

to calm in temper or feeling; soothe; to lesson in intensity; temper

Answer 11

mollified

Question 12

a narrow, high chest of drawers or bureau often with a mirror attached

Answer 12

chiffarobe

Question 13

by the power of one’s office

Answer 13

ex cathedra

Question 14

to strengthen or support with other evidence; make more certain

Answer 14

corroborative

Question 15

foolhardy disregard of danger; recklessness

Answer 15

temerity

Question 16

characterized by stealth; surreptitious; expressive of hidden motives or purposes; shifty

Answer 16

furtive

Question 17

known widely and usually unfavorably; infamous

Answer 17

notoriety