Question

Here is a list of words in the text that you may not know. To better understand the reading, research up and define the following words.

Pestilence (definition):


Hewers (definition):


Erroneous (definition):


Galling (definition):


Assiduously (definition):

Answer 1

Pestilence (definition): a fatal epidemic disease, especially one that affects a large number of people

Hewers (definition): workers who cut or shape something with a heavy cutting instrument, such as an ax or a chisel

Erroneous (definition): mistaken or incorrect; based on an error

Galling (definition): annoying or irritating; causing frustration or vexation

Assiduously (definition): with great care and perseverance; diligently; attentively