Question

1. congeal most nearly means (a) fade (b) swirl (c) harden (d) undulate 33. reconnoiter most nearly means (a) advance (b) posit (c) grade (d) scout 34. whether one can accrue enough money to live on is always the question. (a) accumulate (b) acquiesce (c) trap (d) magnify

Explanation:

1. "Congeal" means to change from a fluid to a solid or semi - solid state, which is similar to "harden". "Fade" means to lose color or intensity, "swirl" means to move in a twisting motion, and "undulate" means to move in a wave - like way.
2. "Reconnoiter" means to make a preliminary survey or observation of an area, which is similar to "scout". "Advance" means to move forward, "posit" means to put forward as a fact or idea, and "grade" has meanings related to ranking or leveling.
3. "Accrue" means to accumulate or build up over time, especially in relation to money or benefits. "Acquiesce" means to agree or comply passively, "trap" means to catch or hold someone or something, and "magnify" means to make something appear larger or more important.

Answer:

1. C. harden
2. D. scout
3. A. accumulate