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1. A tachyon (TACKY-ahn), if it exists, would be extremely:
   sticky
   tricky
   fast
   vast

2. A hurdy-gurdy is:
   a paid dancing partner
   a hand-cranked organ
   a golf handicap system
   an edible gourd

3. An amicable (AM-ik-uh-b’l) person is most likely very:
   rich
   slow-moving
   religious
   friendly

4. Naphthalene (NAFF-thuh-leen) is most commonly used in:
   moth balls
   sleeping pills
   artificial fireplace logs
   fireproof blankets

5. A pair of X-chromosomes (X-KRO-muh-soam) would most likely result in the following exclamation:
   The picture’s blurry
   The music is really loud
   It’s a girl
   Too bad, you fail

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