CALM ( page 91 ).
Questions.
1. To what classes of objects or states of mind do we apply calm? collected? quiet? placid? serene? still? tranquil? 2. Do the antonyms boisterous, excited, ruffled, turbulent, and wild, also apply to the same? 3. Can you contrast calm and quiet? 4. How many of the preceding adjectives can be applied to water? 5. How does composed differ from calm?
Examples.
The possession of a —— conscience is an estimable blessing.
The water is said to be always —— in the ocean depths.
—— on the listening ear of night
Fall heaven's melodious strains.