Question

1a understanding meanings
read the sentences below. if a sentence correctly uses the word in bold, write c on the line below it. if a sentence is incorrect, rewrite it so that the vocabulary word in bold is used correctly.

1. a doleful tale is one that expresses sadness or gloom.
2. a penchant is a fondness for something.
3. ones repertoire is ones range of skills or accomplishments.
4. an unremitting effort is one made in a halfhearted manner.

an unremitting effort is one that never stops

1. asperity is abrasive behavior.
2. a rambunctious crowd is one that is excessively exuberant.
3. rudiments are basic skills.

Explanation:

1. "Doleful" means expressing sadness or gloom, so the sentence is correct.
2. "Penchant" indeed refers to a fondness for something, so the sentence is correct.
3. "Repertoire" is a range of skills, abilities, or performances, so the sentence is correct.
4. "Unremitting" means continuous or not stopping, not half - hearted. The rewritten sentence "An unremitting effort is one that never stops" is correct.
5. "Asperity" can mean abrasive or harsh behavior, so the sentence is correct.
6. "Rambunctious" means disorderly and excessively exuberant, so the sentence is correct.
7. "Rudiments" are basic elements or skills, so the sentence is correct.

Answer:

1. C
2. C
3. C
4. An unremitting effort is one that never stops
5. C
6. C
7. C