(v). to hate, detest (Because he always wound up getting hit in the head when he tried to play cricket, Marcin began to _________the sport).

(v). to agree without protesting (Though Mr. Hamilton wanted to stay outside and work in his garage, when his wife told him that he had better come into dinner, he __________ to her demands).

(n). brisk and cheerful readiness.

(Simon loved to help his girlfriend whenever he could, so when his girlfriend asked him to set the table he did so with _________).

(adj). friendly (An __________fellow, Neil got along with just about everyone).

(v). to calm, satisfy (When Jerry cries, his mother gives him chocolate to ________ him).

(adj). understood by few; mysterious or secret. (The professor is an expert in __________ Scottish literature).