To start with "defective" means not working properly, having problems. So, if the product was not working properly it makes sense that the place that made the product had to be shut down. A "factory" is a place where products are made in large quantities. Additionally, a "regiment" is a group of soldiers in an army; a "university" is a school for higher learning, a college; a "barricade" is a wall or defensive building; the "vicinity" means the general area that surrounds something.

To solve this problem you are looking for a noun that means something like information used to convince people of something. The correct answer is therefore "propaganda." "Propaganda" is any idea or information that is spread by an organization in order to convince people to support what the organization is trying to do. Additionally, "legislation" is law making; "aromas" are smells; "conflict" is disagreement, arguing; "assistance" is help.

The subject of this sentence wants people to be less likely to recognize him, so the correct answer probably relates to a disguise or piece of trickery of some kind. The correct answer is "alias" which means a false identity, a fake name used to hide one's real name. Additionally, a "budget" is the amount of money set aside to spend on something; a "mansion" is a very large house; a "dispute" is an argument; a "hindrance" is some obstacle that gets in the way.

Based on the context of this sentence you are looking for a noun that means something like clothing. The correct answer is therefore "garments," which means clothing, apparel. Additionally, "alms" means food or charity given to the poor; "posture" refers to the way someone stands; a "peer" is an equal, someone who is on your level; a "purveyor" is someone who sells things, a vendor. 

To solve this sentence you are looking for a noun that describes a person who would be likely to take advice from an "expert." An "expert" is someone who has a lot of experience in a certain area and understands how to achieve success in that area. The correct answer is "novice." A "novice" is a beginner, someone who is just starting something. Additionally, a "mentor" is someone who gives advice; a "merchant" is someone who trades goods; a "tycoon" is a successful businessman; a "financier" is someone who invests in and provides the money for some venture.

Based on the context of this sentence you are looking for a noun that describes a container used to hold liquids. The correct answer is therefore "vat." Other synonyms for "vat" include "barrel," "casket," and "tub." Additionally, a "vow" is a promise; "gusto" is enthusiasm, relish, taking pleasure in doing something; a "chorus" is a group of singers; "tact" is the quality of being sensitive when dealing with difficult or private matters. 

To solve this problem you need to determine which of these answers is something that might lead two students to get suspended from school. The correct answer is therefore "hoax." A "hoax" is a trick pulled to try and deceive people, a practical joke. Additionally, a "skeptic" is someone who doubts something, a non-believer; a "captive" is a prisoner; "homage" is respect, a certain honor paid to someone well-regarded; a "bargain" is something cheaper than expected, to "bargain" means to negotiate, to try and get better terms for oneself. 

This sentence describes the rule of a monarch, specifically the British Queen Victoria. The rule of a King or Queen is known as a "reign." Additionally, "nostalgia" is wishful thinking about the past, remembering the past fondly with a hint of sadness; "accord" means peace, harmony, and agreement; "deception" is trickery, the act of lying to others in order to trick them; "piety" is deep religious belief.

Based on the context of this sentence you are looking for a noun that means opponent, rival in a competition. The correct answer is "antagonist." Although "antagonist" means simply rival, opponent, adversary, it is most commonly used to mean villain in a piece of literature or a movie. Additionally, "protagonist" means hero, particularly in a piece of literature or a film; a person's "kin" is their family, their relatives; a "guardian" is a protector, someone who defends or looks after something; a "deputy" is an assistant, a second-in-command.

Based on the context of this sentence you are looking for a noun that describes a promise made between people about future behavior. So, the correct answer is an "oath" which means a pledge, a promise, a vow. Additionally, an "audience" is a group of people who watches a performance; an "accomplice" is someone who helps someone commit a crime; a "tradition" is a long-lasting cultural belief, a social practice passed down from previous generations; "kinship" means family relationship.