Spelling Test: Friday, October 2, 2015 1. Government: rule or authority over a country, state or district 2. Disdainfully: scornfully 3. Brougham: a closed carriage or automobile having an outside seat for the driver 4. Obsequious: polite or obedient from hope or gain of from fear 5. Tapestry: fabric with pictures or designs woven in it, used to hang on walls, over furniture 6. Turrets: small tower, often on a corner of a building 7. Disagreeable: unpleasant, not to ones liking 8. Moor: an open wasteland, usually covered with heather 9. Salaam: a greeting that means ‘peace,’ used especially in Muslim countries 10. Scowl: frown Examples: 3. Brougham 4. Obsequious service is expected, and one generally leaves a tip.