Question

from the list below, supply the words needed to complete the paragraph. some words will not be used.

sanguine ebullient elegy panegyric fop deference

1. all the citizens of the small town attended the viewing to show their ____ for the late dr. clarke. a local writer read an __ that recalled dr. clarke’s friendly, __ attitude and __ approach to caring for the townspeople. he had known all of his patients by their first names, and he had made house calls at no additional expense. the children of the town remembered dr. clarke not only as their gentle doctor, but also as the man who occasionally stood on the bleachers during soccer matches to shout an ____ for the little town’s home team.

Explanation:

1. "Deference" means respect, which fits citizens showing respect for a late doctor.
2. An "elegy" is a mournful tribute, suitable for a writing recalling a deceased person.
3. "Sanguine" describes an optimistic, friendly attitude, matching the doctor's demeanor.
4. "Ebullient" means warm and enthusiastic, fitting his caring approach to patients.
5. A "panegyric" is a public praise speech, which fits a tribute for the local team.

Answer:

1. deference
2. elegy
3. sanguine
4. ebullient
5. panegyric