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What is the meaning of the word sentiment?

• biome

• feelings

• a view or attitude toward a situation or event

• anger

What is the meaning of the word assauge?

• to make worse

• to ease

• to heighten

• to strengthen

What is the meaning of the word affluent?

• practical

• wealthy

• honest

• poor

What is the meaning of the word patrons?

• doctors

• waiters

• cooks

• customers

What is the meaning of the word miser?

• someone who gives gifts often

• someone who wishes to spend as little money as possible

• someone who thinks of others before themselves

• someone who is very old

What is the meaning of the word devoid?

• blooming

• decorated

• filled with

• entirely lacks

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What is the meaning of the word accustomed? Support your answer with evidence from the selection.​