Puzzle 1

Softly __; with a quiet, gentle way of talking.

Mr. Einstein.

Did not succeed.

Clothing, way of dressing.

Say a poem or vows from memory.

In medieval times, a clown went by this name.

When it's lost, it's usually in the couch cushions.

The largest country in South America.

Stately home once inhabited by royalty.

Pyramid __, multi-level marketing scam.

Scottish liquor.

Small primate, usually furry with a long tail.

Gambles, places bets.