Interlopers Review

What does the word 'precipitous' mean?

• Smooth or even

• Gentle or gradual

• Dangerously steep

• Flat or level

Which of the following words is a synonym for 'acquiesced'?

• resisted

• defied

• opposed

• yielded

What is the meaning of 'marauders'?

• A group of people who protect and defend others.

• A group of people who engage in peaceful activities.

• A group of people who roam around in looking for things to steal or loot.

• A group of people who wander aimlessly without purpose.

What does 'pious' mean?

• having or showing a deep respect for religious beliefs and practices

• having a superficial respect for religious beliefs and practices

• having no respect for religious beliefs and practices

• showing a deep respect for scientific beliefs and practices

What does 'poaching' refer to?

• Collecting seashells on the beach.

• Fishing in a private pond.

• Legal hunting or capturing of wildlife.

• Illegal hunting or capturing of wildlife

What are 'condolences'?

• Expressions of sympathy or sorrow for someone who has experienced a loss or tragedy.

• Expressions of joy or happiness for someone who has experienced a loss or tragedy.

• Expressions of anger or frustration for someone who has experienced a loss or tragedy.

• Expressions of indifference or apathy for someone who has experienced a loss or tragedy.

What does 'languor' mean?

• A state of excitement or high energy.

• A state of contentment or satisfaction.

• A state of tiredness or lack of energy.

• A state of confusion or disorientation.

What is the meaning of 'succor'?

• To cause harm or distress

• To hinder or obstruct

• To give assistance or support in times of hardship or distress.

• To ignore or neglect

What does 'reconciliation' refer to?

• Negotiating a compromise

• Punishing the guilty party

• Ignoring the problem

• Resolving disputes and restoring harmony

What does the word 'acquiesced' mean?

• To accept something eagerly

• To accept something reluctantly

• To deny access to a location

• To steal something from someone