Question

1. which word describes flattery or enticements used to persuade someone?

crucible
blandishments
automaton
gallows

1. when someone criticizes or questions somebody to try to persuade them in a forceful angry way

mirage
interminable
crucible
harrangue

Explanation:

• For question 4:
• "Crucible" means a severe test or a place or situation in which concentrated forces interact to cause or influence change or development.
• "Blandishments" are flattering or pleasing words or actions used to persuade someone.
• "Automaton" is a machine or robot that can move and perform actions automatically.
• "Gallows" is a structure used for hanging people, especially as a form of execution.
• For question 5:
• "Mirage" is an optical illusion, especially one seen in the desert, caused by the refraction of light by heated air.
• "Interminable" means endless or seemingly endless.
• "Crucible" (as explained above) is not relevant here.
• "Harangue" means to speak to someone in a forceful and angry way, often to criticize or persuade them.

Answer:

1. B. Blandishments
2. D. Harangue