Wordly Wise 3000 Book 6 Lesson 5 - Context

Question 1

One often needs special ___ to attend a black tie event.

Accepted Answer

attire

Question 2

The ___ of the clown made the crowd roar with laughter.

Accepted Answer

antics

Question 3

The sea was ___ with no hint of the approaching storm.

Accepted Answer

tranquil

Question 4

___ students usually attain high marks.

Accepted Answer

Diligent

Question 5

The 'Teacher of the Year' trophy was ___ with Mr. Kobus' name.

Accepted Answer

inscribed

Question 6

The students tried to ___ their yawns during the lengthy class.

Accepted Answer

stifle

Question 7

Mozart’s ___ musical ability showed itself at a very early age.

Accepted Answer

innate

Question 8

You can improve your ___ by throwing your shoulders back.

Accepted Answer

posture

Question 9

Some scientists think that modern birds may have ___ from dinosaurs.

Accepted Answer

evolved

Question 10

The teacher's superb lesson presentation ___ his students.

Accepted Answer

captivated

Question 11

It's another ________!

Accepted Answer

wildcard

Question 12

The deadline is ___ and may be extended.

Accepted Answer

tentative

Question 13

It used to be the custom to make a ___ from a long linen sheet dipped in melted wax.

Accepted Answer

shroud

Question 14

She is a ___ musician who can play eight instruments.

Accepted Answer

versatile

Question 15

An ___ of the sun occurs when the moon passes directly in front of it.

Accepted Answer

eclipse

Question 16

A ___ free throw shooter can hit nine or more free throws in a row.

Accepted Answer

deft

Questions 16