Choose the word from this unit that is the same or most nearly the same in meaning as the boldface word or expression in the
phrase. Write that word on the line. Use a dictionary if necessary
Synonyms
1. dedicated themselves to healing the sick
2. cruel acts of retribution
3. delegated to the care of friends
4. sent a sincere message of empathy
5. courting the most debonair bachelor
6. jeered at by the protesters
7. surrounded by like-minded friends
8. babysitting a cantankerous child
9. rejected the author's antiquated theories
10. an old house with a dilapidated porch

in my opinion i think it was not excessive at all. the maids turned against the queen in his absence, how could he ever trust them again? if he let them go they would surely spread the news of the suitor's deaths, which is much too risky. as for the suitors, they were selfish, rude, and greedy. the god's had apparently marked them for death, meaning odysseus made their death come faster.

my favorite song is here with us by joy williams. i love joy williams! you should listen to her songs, they are confident and uplifting. listen to one of her songs now and you will be glad you did. joy williams is a confident singer and she always brings me joy. i am going to sing one of her songs at a concert.