Unit 9 Lesson 1

Question 1

Adequate

Answer 1

sufficient to satisfy a requirement or meet a need; suitable or satisfactory

Question 2

Aluminum

Answer 2

a silvery-white, ductile, metallic element; a good conductor of electricity

Question 3

Belittle

Answer 3

express a negative opinion of; minimize, scorn, dismiss

Question 4

Coarse

Answer 4

composed of large parts or particles; rough; rude, not refined

Question 5

Contrary

Answer 5

opposite in nature or character; unfavorable; stubbornly opposed

Question 6

Descent

Answer 6

movement downward; downward slope; falling or sinking

Question 7

Enterprise

Answer 7

an undertaking or activity; a business organization

Question 8

Honorary

Answer 8

given as an honor without the normal duties; serving as a token of honor

Question 9

Irresistible

Answer 9

impossible to resist; having an overpowering appeal

Question 10

Manila

Answer 10

strong, light-brown or buff paper; capital and largest city of the Philippines

Question 11

Oblige

Answer 11

force or compel; bind or cause to be indebted; provide a service or favor

Question 12

Preference

Answer 12

the selecting of some or something over another; higher estimation; strong liking

Question 13

Sleuth

Answer 13

a detective; a bloodhound

Question 14

Testimonial

Answer 14

a statement in support of a particular truth, fact or claim; a recommendation; a tribute

Question 15

Verify

Answer 15

to prove the truth of by evidence; to affirm or establish