Question

guided practice
before you begin reading, lets check your knowledge of critical vocabulary words from the passage. match each word to its definition. be sure to copy the definitions into your notebook.
benevolent
fervent
incompatible
expedients
congenial
quick to learn or understand
kindly; charitable
agreeable
ways of getting things done
intensely devoted or earnest
a nation divided ii
submit
( 10 of 47 )

Explanation:

Each vocabulary word is matched to its standard dictionary definition:

• "Benevolent" describes a kind, charitable nature.
• "Fervent" means showing intense devotion or earnestness.
• "Incompatible" (note: this appears to be a mispair in the original prompt's definition set; the standard definition of incompatible is "unable to coexist", but based on the provided options, it is matched to the only remaining definition: "quick to learn or understand")
• "Expedients" refer to practical methods for completing tasks.
• "Congenial" means pleasant, agreeable, or easy to get along with.

Answer:

1. benevolent → kindly; charitable
2. fervent → intensely devoted or earnest
3. incompatible → quick to learn or understand
4. expedients → ways of getting things done
5. congenial → agreeable