Question

1. with the holidays approaching, dave looked forward to a savory feast or two.

(a) tasty
(b) guilty
(c) heroic
(d) skimpy

1. a man of some renown, the mayor walked with his chest puffed out.

(a) size
(b) fame
(c) confusion
(d) toil

1. raconteur most nearly means

(a) believer
(b) storyteller
(c) standout
(d) pedant

Explanation:

1. "Savory" means having a pleasant taste, especially not sweet. "Tasty" is a synonym.
2. "Renown" refers to being well - known and famous. "Fame" is a similar word.
3. "Raconteur" is a person who tells anecdotes and stories well. "Storyteller" is the closest in meaning.

Answer:

1. A. tasty
2. B. fame
3. B. storyteller