Wordly Wise 7 CH. 13

Question 1

arduous

Answer 1

requiring much effort; very difficult

Question 2

canny

Answer 2

shrewd and careful; watchful of one’s own interests

Question 3

climax

Answer 3

the highest point; the greatest moment or event

Question 4

endorse1

Answer 4

to sign the back of a check before cashing or depositing it

Question 5

exuberant

Answer 5

happy and excited; bubbling over with enthusiasm

Question 6

intrepid

Answer 6

feeling or showing no fear; brave; courageous

Question 7

endorse2

Answer 7

to approve of or to support

Question 8

kindle1

Answer 8

to start burning

Question 9

lucrative

Answer 9

producing wealth or profit

Question 10

endorse3

Answer 10

to be favourably associated with a product in return for payment

Question 11

kindle2

Answer 11

to cause to become excited or stirred up

Question 12

mentor

Answer 12

a wise and loyal friend and adviser

Question 13

obsession

Answer 13

an interest, idea, or feeling that fills one’s mind and leaves little room for something else

Question 14

personable

Answer 14

pleasing in manner and appearance

Question 15

proficient

Answer 15

able to do something very well; skillful

Question 16

scanty

Answer 16

not enough or just barely enough; small in size or amount

Question 17

strait1

Answer 17

a narrow body of water connecting two larger ones

Question 18

zest

Answer 18

great enjoyment; excitement

Question 19

strait2

Answer 19

trouble or need