Directions:

Fill in the blank in each sentence with one of the words listed below.

1.

The space probe has fallen ___________ silent, leading scientists to fear that it was damaged or destroyed.

2.

__________ of the Macintosh computer argue that their computers are better than computers with a Windows operating system.

3.

In 1543, Nicholas Copernicus introduced a _________ idea; contrary to church teachings, the sun-not Earth-was at the center of the universe.

4.

New information suggests the girl was murdered, so police want to ___________ her body for a medical investigation.

5.

Because the odds of winning are so high, many people consider buying a lottery ticket to be an __________ act.

6.

A religion's specific __________ is usually based upon the teachings in its sacred literature.

7.

American history books are filled with facts, stories, beliefs, legends, and other ___________.

8.

During the marriage ceremony, the bride and groom pledge their __________ to one another.

9.

The serial killer will be severely punished for his ___________ crimes.

10.

When a less experienced man beat her out of a promotion, Hannah accused her employer of ___________.