Question

1. contraband: goods that have been imported or exported illegally. 8. cobbler: a person who makes or mends shoes. 9. solace: 10. demean: 11. audacity: writing challenge- create a short narrative using most if not all of the vocabulary words:

Explanation:

1. Solace means comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.
2. Demean means to cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for someone or something.
3. Audacity refers to a willingness to take bold risks; extreme boldness or daring.

For the writing challenge, here is a short narrative: The cobbler, known for his honest work, was shocked when he discovered that some of his supplies were being used to transport contraband. He felt a deep sense of betrayal. In his moment of distress, he found solace in the thought that he had always been true to his craft. A customer, seeing his worried face, commented on his audacity to continue working despite the trouble. The cobbler, not wanting to demean his reputation, decided to cooperate with the authorities to clear his name.

Answer:

1. Comfort or consolation in distress.
2. Cause a loss in dignity.
3. Extreme boldness or daring.

Writing Challenge Narrative: The cobbler, known for his honest work, was shocked when he discovered that some of his supplies were being used to transport contraband. He felt a deep sense of betrayal. In his moment of distress, he found solace in the thought that he had always been true to his craft. A customer, seeing his worried face, commented on his audacity to continue working despite the trouble. The cobbler, not wanting to demean his reputation, decided to cooperate with the authorities to clear his name.