Quiz – 1

Raison d'etre a French phrase meaning reason for being, used to mean a reason or justification for the existence of something or someone.

Hinterland means the remote areas of a country away from the coast or the banks of major rivers.

Pilferage means the action of stealing things of little value.

Itinerary- a planned route or journey.

Nepotism is the practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs.

Misologist is the hater of knowledge and learning.

The monastery is a building occupied by a community of monks living under religious vows.

Opaque means not able to be seen through.