英综I Word or Phrase Explaining:LESSON 5boisterous=energetic in a rough way, usually from high spiritsshrivelled=curled up and withered from drynessthe florid and surfeited luxury of summer=the pleasures of summer that are so abundant and rich that one can tire of them mellow=become warm, rich and sweetsoaks in colour=is very richly coloureda grave mist-softened morning of reflection=a quiet and sad morning, on which outlines are made indefinite by mist and with a peacefulness which induces thoughtbillowing=large and rounded like big waves huddle in ruffled feathers=make their bodies as small as possible while the wind blows out their featherslive up to expectations=be as good as hoped forLESSON 6investment in people=money spent on paying people to do a job that will produce profitthe complex individual and group relationships=the many and various ways in which separate people or numbers of people working together have dealings with one anotheruneconomic=wasteful of moneyflexibility=the possibility of being changed easily to suit varying conditionspreoccupation with rental costs=concern about how much will have to be paid as rentin such a regimented fashion=according to a rigid and formal patternintrusive=forcing its way into balance their requirements with corporate needs=to modify their own wishes so as to fit in with what is best for everybodyLESSON 7plain speaking with hovering dissension=the blunt expression of opinion without any attempt at diplomacy and the ever-present possibility of quarrelsto reflect prosperity and propriety=to give the impression of success and correct behaviourreminiscences=anecdotes based on memoriesritual=established ceremonial procedureinternationally-derided and very unfairly-underrated=made fun of in many countries and valued far below her true worthLESSON 8whose subject and composition can be changed instantaneously=A picture with a quite different theme and arrangement can take its place immediately.it acquires sinister malice=It is given a cruel and frighteningly evil power of mockery.surmounts=appears on top ofwho seeks the reassurance of her mirror=who looks into her mirror when she is afraid and needs comfort and encouragement.Science has intervened again=Science has again directed our thoughts away from metaphysical speculations.II Multiple ChoicesLESSON 51. His speech was careful and (distinct) but his words seemed to make no sense.2. The choir stood in four rows according to their (respective) heights.3. The campers (pitched) their tent in a sheltered valley.4. Far more should be done to (alleviate) the sufferings of unwanted domestic pets.5. As a result of the strike, the Government is urging people to be (economical) with electricity.6. An almost (continuous) line of traffic was moving at a snails pace through the town.7. I shall (advertise) the loss of my reading-glasses in the newspaper, with a reward for the finder.8. He waited in the (porch) for the front door to open.9. I suddenly (realised) that it was past ten oclock.10. The kitchen was small and (compact) so that the disabled woman could reach everything without difficulty.LESSON 61. Income tax rates are (related) to ones annual income.2. He went ahead with unpopular changes, (indifferent) to hostile criticism.3. A sudden movement caught the antelopes attention and he instantly became (suspicious) and alert.4. During their first teacher-training year, the students often visited local schools for the (observation) of lessons.5. As this was the young mans first offence, the magistrate was (lenient) in awarding his sentence.6. Elegantly-dressed people were strolling along the many tree-lined (avenues) through the park.7. He is not one of those (intellectual) members of the staff who read “The Times” and take an interest in art and philosophy.8. The snake (glided) smoothly through the long grass.9. The fire must have (broken) out after the staff had gone home.10. He came to inspect the house (with a view to) buying it.LESSON 71. On Labour Day the workers will march in (procession) through the town.2. The ink had faded with time and so parts of the letter were (illiterate).3. He has read widely but seldom thought deeply so his apparent learning is really quite (superficial).4. Driving with (defective) brakes endangers not only yourself but also all other road users you encounter.5. Poisons should be kept in a place that is (inaccessible) to children.6. One of the problems local authorities have to deal with is the (disposal) of plastic containers.7. The law proved so unpopular that it was (repealed) by the Government a year later.8. The floods did not start to (recede) until two days after the rain had stopped.9. I doubt whether he can keep (up) his efforts much longer as he looks very tired.10. The tenant must be prepared to decorate the property (in accordance with) the terms