Esperanza Rising Section 1 Vocab

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scythe

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A tool for cutting crops with a handle and a curved blade.

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premonition

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strong feeling that something unpleasant will happen.

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crochet

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a craft using yarn and hooked needle

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tallow

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fatty substance from animal fat used for soap and candles.

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condolences

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expression of sympathy after a loss.

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methodical

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systematic way of doing something

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indignation

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anger at unfair treatment

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pretentious

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to try and impress or show off without the skills

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devious

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undermining someone to achieve your goals

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pungent

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strong smell or taste