Aristophanes

Question 1

Muse

Answer 1

(in Greek and Roman mythology) each of nine goddesses, the daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, who preside over the arts and sciences.

Question 2

solemn

Answer 2

Formal and dignified.

Question 3

harmony

Answer 3

The combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce a pleasing effect.

Question 4

discourse

Answer 4

Written or spoken communication or debate.

Question 5

primeval

Answer 5

Of the earliest time in history.

Question 6

bade

Answer 6

Utter (a greeting or farewell) to.

Question 7

contemplate

Answer 7

Look thoughtfully for a long time at.

Question 8

longing

Answer 8

A yearning desire.

Question 9

hitherto

Answer 9

Until now or until the point in time under discussion.

Question 10

indenture

Answer 10

A legal agreement, contract, or document.

Question 11

valiant

Answer 11

Possessing or showing courage or determination.

Question 12

beget

Answer 12

(especially of a man) bring (a child) into existence by the process of reproduction.

Question 13

akin

Answer 13

Of similar character.

Question 14

congenial

Answer 14

(of a person) pleasing or liked on account of having qualities or interests that are similar to one’s own.

Question 15

pious

Answer 15

Devoutly religious.

Question 16

ridicule

Answer 16

The subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behaviour.