Worldy Wise Lesson 18

Question 1

cache

Answer 1

n. 1. a hiding or storage place, especially for food or valuable
2. anything hidden or stored in such a place

Question 2

combustible

Answer 2

adj. capable of catching fire or burning

Question 3

delegate

Answer 3

n. a person appointed to act on behalf of others; a representative
v. to assign or entrust to another

Question 4

inclement

Answer 4

adj. 1. stormy

2. Harsh; not merciful

Question 5

indelible

Answer 5

adj. not able to be erased; permanent

Question 6

malady

Answer 6

n. a sickness or unhealthy condition

Question 7

memoir

Answer 7

n. an account based on the author’s personal experiences

Question 8

paramount

Answer 8

adj. most important; chief

Question 9

rectify

Answer 9

v. to correct or adjust

Question 10

requisite

Answer 10

adj. required; necessary

n. something that is required or necessary

Question 11

squeamish

Answer 11

adj. easily made to feel upset or sick to the stomach

Question 12

tract

Answer 12

n. 1. an area of land or water
2. a system of organs in the body that performs some function together
3. a pamphlet, often expressing religious or political ideas, that sekks to persuade

Question 13

tribulation

Answer 13

n. great trouble or suffering

Question 14

vignette

Answer 14

n. a short sketch that provides a clear picture

Question 15

aperture

Answer 15

n. an opening or hole