Criticism of the Opera House and Artistic Integrity
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Those _____ to cigarette or cigar smoke may be floored by the cloud of nicotine in the downstairs bar.

averse

In early runs of the game, Riper was asked to play the enemy and attempt to _____ the U.S. planners.

elude

She then intends to write a book to tie up the loose ends and ______ what happens to her characters.

reveal

As these unpleasant truths emerge, the bitterness, resentment and disillusionment will grow and a ________ will develop.

<p>backlash</p> Signup and view all the answers

She walks tall and has a ______ confidence and regal air that seems to exude from her.

<p>radiant</p> Signup and view all the answers

The opera house has come under fire for putting an increasing ________ on its business ties.

<p>emphasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

The property belongs ________ to us, but it is mortgaged to the full of its value.

<p>nominally</p> Signup and view all the answers

Non-native, ______ plants often displace native species as they outcompete them for resources.

<p>invasive</p> Signup and view all the answers

_________ is the destruction by an armed actor of an unarmed social group, its power and its will to resist.

<p>Genocide</p> Signup and view all the answers

Police are _________ for witnesses to a serious assault outside a Richmond bar which has left the victim fighting for his life.

<p>appealing</p> Signup and view all the answers

We were happy to hear that the tumor was ______.

<p>benign</p> Signup and view all the answers

There's one ______ member on the committee who won't agree to anything.

<p>pugnacious</p> Signup and view all the answers

Keen to preserve his artistic integrity, he refused several ______ Hollywood offers.

<p>lucrative</p> Signup and view all the answers

He’s avoided eating anything with gluten for about a decade due to ______ disease.

<p>celiac</p> Signup and view all the answers

A _______, or hybrid, approach to wireless network buildout can mean the difference between success and failure.

<p>holistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Looking at Hong Kong designers and brands, we see a perfect, ________ union of tradition and innovation.

<p>seamless</p> Signup and view all the answers

In spite of its ______, it is the most comprehensive summary listing that I have seen in print.

<p>brevity</p> Signup and view all the answers

I raised my foot flat against the door to gain some ________ and tugged as hard as I could.

<p>leverage</p> Signup and view all the answers

A ______ player, he devoted his long life to keeping Shakespeare on the stage.

<p>robust</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the breeding season, aquatic insect larvae become a ___________ part of the diet.

<p>predominant</p> Signup and view all the answers

The club has tickets on sale which ________ people who wish to enter the lotto each week.

<p>facilitate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Not that he took little interest in it, but it had no power to absorb and _______ him.

<p>engross</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bring the cream to a boil in a small saucepan, and put the rosemary in to ______ for 15 minutes, off the heat, uncovered.

<p>infuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Located in a street ______ with Italian restaurants, the beauty of this place is they'll always manage to squeeze you in somehow.

<p>teeming</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is _________ that we let our leaders know that we do not support militarization and war.

<p>imperative</p> Signup and view all the answers

While alcohol is the number one problem, the _______ of drugs is also placing increasing pressure on the center and its 17 permanent staff.

<p>scourge</p> Signup and view all the answers

His manners and _______ were extremely modest and unobtrusive.

<p>demeanor</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Beethoven is out of fashion, that is because people are afraid of drama and of ______ emotions.

<p>sublime</p> Signup and view all the answers

As she got older, you could observe a _____ in her writing towards more serious subjects. Choices

<p>drift</p> Signup and view all the answers

The novel won her international _____, earning her a Whitbread nomination.

<p>acclaim</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Opera House Criticism

  • Opera house facing criticism for prioritizing business partnerships.

War and Genocide

  • War, according to Clausewitz, is the armed destruction of an enemy's power and will to fight.
  • Genocide is the destruction of an unarmed social group.

Personal Experiences

  • The author, as a child, had an intense curiosity about the world and engaged deeply with studies and experiments.
  • The author was praised by their teacher for their precocious abilities and high academic performance.

Medical Condition

  • A tumor diagnosis was benign

Entertainment Preference

  • There's interest in watching older people who aren't overly compliant or cheerful.

Committee Member

  • A demanding member of the committee doesn't compromise.

Fan Impression

  • An intrepid fan, despite warnings, was impressed by the experience.

Artistic Integrity

  • The author refused lucrative Hollywood offers to preserve artistic integrity.

Dietary Restrictions

  • The author avoids gluten due to celiac disease.

Physical Task

  • Used leverage from a bar and block to move a rock.

Wireless Network

  • A combined or hybrid approach is crucial to a successful wireless network.

Security Option

  • Network storage of personal information offers enhanced security.

Hong Kong Design

  • Hong Kong design combines tradition and innovation seamlessly.

Dessert

  • Fig halves with mascarpone cheese and pepper are presented as a delightful dessert.

Paradigm Shift

  • Questioning whether technological advancements are a paradigm shift or opportunity.

Theatre Performances

  • Opera performances would garner acclaim.

Author's Writing Style

  • Author's writing evolved toward more serious topics with age.

Coping with Challenges

  • Short-lived regrets and fears due to imperative problems.

Redemption

  • Betrayal of trust, followed by divine redemption from sin.

War Casualties

  • Approximately 3.3 million deaths attributed to war, mostly from disease and famine.

Restaurant Accessibility

  • A restaurant in a high-traffic area efficiently accommodates patrons..

Smoking Concerns

  • Smoke in downstairs bar concerning for non-smokers.

Game Role

  • The player Riper, initially, represented the enemy in the game by trying to evade the planners.

Book Project

  • A book is planned to address the conclusion of the characters' stories.

Negative Consequences

  • Emerging unpleasant truths will lead to bitterness and resentment, resulting in backlash.

Focus of a Note

  • Note specifically focuses on the sister's life and experiences.

Personal Character

  • The person walks with confidence and a radiant, regal presence

Property Ownership

  • Property is largely mortgaged, belonging technically to another entity.

Plant Competition

  • Non-native plants disrupt native species due to competition.

Assault Incident

  • Police are investigating a serious assault outside a Richmond bar.

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This quiz explores multiple themes including the criticism faced by an opera house prioritizing business partnerships, and the author's commitment to artistic integrity despite lucrative offers. It also touches on the concepts of war, genocide, personal experiences, and entertainment preferences. Engage in thought-provoking questions that unveil the complexities of these subjects.

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