We tend to think of miracles as being associated with religion. While it is true that he word "miraculous" can be used to describe something that is supernatural and, hence, perhaps associated with a religious phenomenon, this is not its primary meaning. The word actually comes from Latin roots meaning to be in wonder or to marvel at. Thus, something that is "miraculous" is something that is very wonderful, surprising, or (as is the option for this question) "astonishing"!

Do not be tricked by all of your hard studying! The word "mortified" does have the Latin root "mort-" in it, which means dead or death; however, the word "mortified" does not directly deal with death or being killed. Instead, it indicates the kind of extreme embarrassment or humiliation someone can feel from time to time. It is that kind of feeling that makes people say something like, "I would rather be dead than be caught in that place," or, "I would rather be dead than to have tripped like that in front of Susan!" Thus, the best option among those provided here is "humiliated," not the options about death and dying like "slaughtered" and "massacred."

The word "civil" comes from Latin root words meaning citizen. A civilian is a person who is a regular citizen of a country—that is, not a soldier. Whenever someone is described as being civil, we mean to say that he or she is living in a way that befits those who are able to live in a city. A person who is barbaric and uncivilized cannot interact with other people and likely is rude. A "civil" person is polite and personable.

The word "literate" comes from the Latin word littera, meaning "letter" as in one of the letters in a word. A person who is "literate" is able to read letters. More simply stated, he or she is able to read and write. This word is therefore generally used to describe someone who is educated. It doesn't indicate great genius or deep education, but it does indicate the state of being educated. Hence, the word "educated" is a fine option among those provided here. Do not confuse "literate" with "literal," which would mean either "strict" or "precise." The literal meaning of something is its exact meaning. Actually, "literal" means something like "just by the letters"—in the sense of meaning "without any further interpretation."

The word "audition" comes from Latin roots meaning to hear. We find this same root in the word "audio." Whenever someone has an audition, he or she wants to have a "hearing" from some sort of "judge." That is, he or she wants some kind of "judge" to give him or her a chance regarding a position or task. For example, people may audition for various parts in a musical. Thus, the only acceptable option provided here is "trial." A "trial run" is a kind of initial attempt. When we "try out" for a part, we could also say that we are giving the part a "trial run"—though we will only get the part if we are judged to have done well!

The root "hydro" means having to do with water, so to “hydrate” is to “drink” water. “Sprint” means run quickly; “amble” means walk slowly; “stumble” means fall over; and “vie” means compete.

Do not read the word as being "comic!" It is "cosmic." If you make this mistake, you might choose "amusing" or even "foolish." Now, the word "cosmic" comes from the Greek "kosmos," which means the world order. This includes all things—whether in space or on earth. This is particularly the case when we use the word in English. The "cosmos" comprises the whole universe. Generally, this comes to indicate space. Thus, something that is "cosmic" pertains to space but can also just mean, as large and vast as space. Thus, the best answer here is "huge."

The best synonym is "repeat." Mimic comes from the Greek root "mim," which means to repeat or copy.

The root "hydro" means having to do with water, so to “hydrate” is to “drink” water. “Sprint” means run quickly; “amble” meanswalk slowly; “stumble” means fall over; and “vie” means compete.