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MEMRY

1. The word mnemosyne (nuh-MOSSIN-ee) reminds us of:
   a tropical disease
   a sure way to please
   the goddess of memory
   a gown that’s real shimmery

2. An erg (urg) is:
   a house for a Turk
   a unit of work
   a young, fledgling eagle
   an Australian beagle

3. A meme (meem) is:
   a unit of culture
   a Floridian vulture
   a non-speaking actor
   an electrical tractor

4. To rappel (ruh-PELL) is to:
   stun, shock, or addle
   row with a paddle
   slide down a rope
   sulk, gripe, and mope

5. A yen is:
   a three masted boat
   a south-Asian goat
   a carved ivory bust
   a strong craving or lust

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