Unit 8

Question 1

PLAC

Answer 1

To please

Question 2

Complacent

Answer 2

Adj. satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved

Synonyms: smug

Question 3

Placebo

Answer 3

N. something which has a positive mental effect, but no physical effect.

Synonyms: quick fix

Question 4

Placid

Answer 4

Adj. calm, Undisturbed

Synonyms: peaceful
Antonyms: agitated

Question 5

GRAT

Answer 5

Pleasing, earning thanks, or thankful

Question 6

Gratuitous

Answer 6

Adj. unnecessary or unwanted

Synonyms: unessential
Antonyms: important

Question 7

Ingratiate

Answer 7

V. To gain another’s favor by flattery or false friendliness

Question 8

DOC/DOCT

Answer 8

To teach

Question 9

Docile

Answer 9

Adj. easily taught, submissive to instruction

Synonyms: obedient
Antonyms: defiant

Question 10

Indoctrinate

Answer 10

V. To teach a certain point of view

Synonyms: instill

Question 11

Doctrine

Answer 11

N. That which is taught, body of beliefs or ideas

Synonyms: creed

Question 12

TEMPER

Answer 12

To temper, make less severe

Question 13

Temper

Answer 13

V. To decrease the strength of

Question 14

Temperance

Answer 14

N. restraint or moderation, especially in regards to alcohol or food

Synonyms: frugality
Antonyms: indulgence

Question 15

Intemperate

Answer 15

Adj. severe or extreme

Synonyms: rigorous