I. Match the word with its definition.

1. prim a. uncomfortable in the presence of others

2. hail b. the general idea, opinion or belief concerning the

character of a person

3. reputation c. frozen rain or particles of ice falling from the sky

4. shy d. avoiding anything rough or rude, precise

5. reward e. strong; able to endure hardship

6. tough f. being given sth. in return, repayment

7. insular g. pleasant and easy to talk to

8. superior h. attracting attention, rousing great interest

9. haughty i. showing a feeling of being better than others

10. affable j. the people of an island; illiberal and narrow-minded

11. striking k. something which is forbidden on moral grounds

12. courtesy l. politeness and kindness of heart; polite behaviour

13. prize m. value or esteem highly

14. taboo n. looking down on other people with contempt

15. gregarious o. concerned with everyday matters or practical value

16. domineering p. avoiding the society of others

17. urge q. a persistent desire

18. privacy r. liking to be with others

19. hospitality s. characterized by usefulness rather than by beauty or

truth

20. pragmatic t. ruling arbitrarily or despotically

21. utilitarian u. friendly and generous reception and treatment of guests