Question

directions: select the correct word to complete each sentence. remember to use context clues, including the words part of speech, to find the correct answer. use a dictionary if necessary to refresh your memory of these words meanings. finally, write the words definition below the sentence. inspire inspiration pioneer trailblazers 1. leaders in many different fields may _ people to dream and to achieve their goals. definition: 2. our mayor has been a real _ in the use of green energy sources. definition: 3. some _ in the field of medicine were louis pasteur and marie curie. definition: 4. the _ for my painting came from a dream i had about swimming.

Explanation:

1. In the first sentence, the verb "may" requires a verb form. "Inspire" is a verb meaning to fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.
2. For the second sentence, "a real" is followed by a noun. "Pioneer" as a noun means a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area, or to develop new ideas or methods.
3. In the third sentence, "some" is followed by a plural noun. "Trailblazers" means people who are the first to do something, thereby preparing the way for others.
4. The fourth sentence requires a noun. "Inspiration" is a noun meaning the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something creative.

Answer:

1. inspire; Definition: To fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.
2. pioneer; Definition: A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area, or to develop new ideas or methods.
3. trailblazers; Definition: People who are the first to do something, thereby preparing the way for others.
4. inspiration; Definition: The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something creative.