Level 3964
Topic :
High Culture
Full Phrase :
The Louvre in Paris, originally a fortress, became a royal palace and eventually the world’s largest art museum
Level Phrase
THE LOUVRE IN PARIS, ORIGINALLY A FORTRESS, BECAME A ROYAL PALACE AND EVENTUALLY
Questions & Answers
Flashy, expensive jewelry or accessories (sg.)
BLING
In Greek mythology, beautiful maidens living in forests
NYMPHS
His __ made it difficult for him to speak in public
SHYNESS
Changed in position so that the opposite side is on top
INVERTED
Gradually becoming more serious or significant
DEEPENING
The act of giving up a throne, power, or responsibility
ABDICATION
Excessively bossy and difficult to tolerate
OVERBEARING
She claimed to have __ of the event before it took place
PRECOGNITION
A topic considered too taboo or improper to discuss openly (adj.)
UNMENTIONABLE
Frameworks built for support in building projects
SCAFFOLDS
The __ worked tirelessly to perfect the model’s portrait
RETOUCHER
Having clarity in speech, writing, or thought
PERSPICUOUS
A herb used in teas and oils to reduce stress and anxiety
CAMOMILE
Who demands ownership or compensation?
CLAIMER
A fine, white or whole-grain powder used in cooking
FLOUR