Chapter 1: 41-50

Question 1

paradox

Answer 1

• noun

- a seemingly contradictory statement the nonetheless expresses a truth

Question 2

enigmatic; inscrutable

Answer 2

• adjective
• mysterious
• puzzling
• unfathomable
• baffling

Question 3

acquiesce

Answer 3

• verb
• to comply
• to agree
• to give in

Question 4

naive; gullible

Answer 4

• adjective
• unaffected simplicity
• lacking worldly expertise
• overly CREDULOUS
• unsophisticated
• naive = innocent
• gullible = easily persuaded

Question 5

autonomous

Answer 5

• adjective
• independent
• not controlled by others

Question 6

futile

Answer 6

• adjective
• completly useless
• doomed for failure

Question 7

indigenous; endemic

Answer 7

• adjective

- native to an area

Question 8

ubiquitous; prevalent

Answer 8

• adjective
• characterized by being everywhere
• onmipresent
• widespread
• PERVASIVE

Question 9

pandemic

Answer 9

• noun

- an epidemic that is geographically widespread and affects a large portion of the population

Question 10

fortitude

Answer 10

• noun
• strength of mind that allows one to endure pain or adversity with courage
• courage
• bravery