If the subject was actually very scared then she would have to give the appearance of, act like she was calm. The correct answer is therefore "semblance," which means having the outward appearance of something that is contrary to how one actually feels or usually looks, resembling, likeness. Additionally, "contemplation" is deep thought about something; an "aberration" is something outside of the norm, something bizarre; "banter" is playful teasing and joking; a "philistine" is a person unfamiliar with or hostile towards culture. 

Based on the context of this sentence, which describes a deceptive move made by a boxer, you know that the correct answer is a noun that describes a deceptive attack designed to distract. The correct answer is therefore "feint." Additionally, a "jaunt" is a relaxed, casual trip; "flux" is a state of constant change; an "objection" is an argument, a problem with a plan; "solitude" is the state of being alone. 

The context of this sentence seems to be describing a leisurely trip taken by a family. So, the correct answer is an "excursion." Additionally, a "debacle" is an embarrassing poorly managed situation; an "edifice" is a building or one side of a building; "ferment" is a state of passionate enthusiasm and excitement; a "conundrum" is a problem, a situation.

Based on the context of this sentence you know that you are looking for a noun that means a statement providing support for or declaring something to be true. The correct answer is an "affirmation." To "affirm" means to announce is true, to provide support for. Additionally, the "verge" is the edge; "perjury" is the act of lying under oath; "candor" is honesty, frankness; "ferocity" is fierceness.

Based on the context of this sentence you are looking for a noun that relates to something that spreads and kills people, like a disease. The correct answer is therefore "pestilence." Additionally, a "conundrum" is a problem; an "impasse" is a deadlock, some obstacle that cannot be overcome; "mettle" is courage; "rancor" is bitter resentfulness, spite.

If the people in this sentence laid out a bowl of chocolate almonds for the man they must have done so because they knew of his preference or "predilection" for them. A "predilection" is a preference, something liked above something else. Additionally, an "altercation" is a fight; a "barrage" is a relentless, fast-paced attack; "income" is money earned for work; "potential" is possible ability.

Based on the context the correct answer must be a noun that means song. The correct answer is therefore "ditty" which means playful, short song. Additionally, an "adage" is an old saying; "dissent" is disagreement, refusal to follow the rules; "flux" is a state of constant change; "debris" is refuse, trash.

Based on the context of this sentence, which describes the place where a family comes together, you know that the correct answer must mean something like home. The correct answer is therefore "hearth." A "hearth" can be a home or a fireplace. Additionally, a "substitute" is a replacement; a "rift" is a disagreement; "residue" is what is left behind when something else is removed; an "adherent" is a follower.

Based on the context of this sentence you know you are looking for a noun that means something like character, behavior, conduct. The correct answer is therefore "deportment." Additionally, "indifference" is apathy, a lack of caring; "lassitude" is weariness, exhaustion; a "cull" is an organized killing of an animal; a "disruption" is something that interrupts and causes people to have to change their plans to get around it. 

Which of these nouns is a characteristic of a person that might be tested by war? The correct answer is "mettle" which means spirit, courage, bravery. Additionally, "severity" means harshness; "persistence" means determination; "compensation" means payment made to someone for work done or injury suffered; an "excursion" is a short, pleasant trip.