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CRUDE

1. The word crudites (crew-duh-TAY) refers to:
   vulgar frills
   oil spills
   vegetable munchies
   gamblers’ hunches

2. The word raptor (RAP-ter) refers to:
   a bedside tray
   a bird of prey
   a style of singing
   a bell that’s ringing

3. The word urbanity (ur-BANN-uh-tee) would most likely refer to a person who is:
   given to frequent cursing
   serious about rehearsing
   dancing atop an elephant
   cool, suave, elegant

4. A demitasse (demma-TAHS or -demmy-tass) is:
   a small cup
   a place mat
   an assistant cook
   a large pot

5. An etude (A-tood or -tyood) is a kind of:
   small covered carriage
   unconventional marriage
   musical composition
   fencing competition

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