Question

ben usually answers _, being a man of very few words. indulge laconically abated wry 13 multiple choice 1 point the best mans offensive speech cast a _ over the entire wedding reception. wry straggled tenacious pall

Explanation:

1. For the first question, "laconically" means in a concise or brief manner, which fits the description of Ben being a man of few words. "Indulge" is a verb and not an adverb as required. "Abated" means to become less intense or widespread and is not relevant. "Wry" means twisted or with a humorous - ironic quality.
2. For the second question, "cast a pall" is an idiomatic expression meaning to create a gloomy or depressing atmosphere. "Wry" is an adjective. "Straggled" is a verb form and not appropriate. "Tenacious" means persistent or holding firmly and is not related to the context of creating a mood at a wedding reception.

Answer:

1. B. laconically
2. D. pall