The Giver Vocab Chapter 3-6

Front

(n) severe criticism, punishment

Back

chastisement

Front

(adj.) very serious

Back

solemn

Front

(n) a firm belief

Back

conviction

Front

(adj.) calm, peaceful, tranquil

Back

serene

Front

(adj) not clearly stated

Back

vague

Front

(v.) to secure or confirm again

Back

reassure

Front

(n) condition of relying on each other

Back

interdependence

Front

(n) normal emotional or mental outlook

Back

disposition

Front

The yoga instructor looked at the class with a __________ expression before leading a calming stretch.

Back

serene

Front

She tried to hold back tears in disbelief--how could the teacher put her through such a horrible _________________ in front of the entire class?

Back

chastisement