1. My Brother wanted to become a clown, and nothing could dissuade him.

Question

Dissuade meaning:
a) deter *
b) humor
c) persuade
d) encourage

2. There she is, Miss America, but even in my up-to-date, enlightened dreams, she never wears my face.

Enlightened meaning:
a) wise
b) modern*
c) ambitious
d) optimistic

Alright, first answer is A. However, second I am not too sure about, but have chosen B. Pls check?

Answer 1

1. a - yes
2. b - no

Answer 2

Deter and wise