The Odyssey: Books 9 & 10

The fortress stood tall and strong, seemingly __________ against any siege or attack from enemies.

• a) Impregnable
• b) Fragile
• c) Vulnerable
• d) Inevitable

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The sound of the crashing waves __________ through the cave, creating an eerie echo that filled the air.

• a) Subsided
• b) Reverberated
• c) Vanished
• d) Dissipated

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The captain called upon his crew to __________ on the perilous journey ahead as they prepared to board the ship.

• a) Embark
• b) Retreat
• c) Disembark
• d) Abandon

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The cunning thief skillfully __________ the valuable jewels from the display, ensuring that no one noticed their disappearance.

• a) Siphoned Off
• b) Protected
• c) Discarded
• d) Returned

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The hardworking student was __________ in her studies, spending countless hours each day to achieve academic success.

• a) Apathetic
• b) Indifferent
• c) Lazy
• d) Diligent

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The mischievous child would __________ around corners, hiding from those looking for him, just to play a prank.

• a) Skulk
• b) Wander
• c) Stroll
• d) Race

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The group of rowdy boys would __________ the newcomer, teasing and mocking him to provoke a reaction.

• a) Encourage
• b) Taunt
• c) Praise
• d) Appreciate

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The impoverished family lived in a __________, struggling to find enough food and shelter to survive.

• a) Plight
• b) Luxury
• c) Prosperity
• d) Abundance

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The bitter widow would often break into __________, expressing her sorrow and grief for the loss of her beloved husband.

• a) Lamentation
• b) Celebration
• c) Rejoicing
• d) Euphoria

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The herbal remedy served as an effective __________ for the poison, counteracting its harmful effects on the body.

• a) Antidote
• b) Toxin
• c) Catalyst
• d) Venom

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