Because of Mr. Terupt Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What is the definition of 'nemesis'?

Back

An opponent or enemy that is very difficult to defeat.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

Provide an example of how 'encompass' is used in a sentence.

Back

The last day of school was supposed to encompass movies and games, singing and laughing.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'transpire' mean?

Back

To happen.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

How can 'betray' be defined in a relational context?

Back

To hurt someone who trusts you by not giving help or by doing something morally wrong.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What does 'anticlimactic' refer to?

Back

Something that is much less exciting or dramatic than it was expected to be; a dull or disappointing ending.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

Front

What is a synonym for 'nemesis'?

Back

Adversary or rival.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

In what context might 'encompass' be used?

Back

To describe a situation that includes various elements or activities.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

Can you give a synonym for 'transpire'?

Back

Occur or take place.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What is an example of betrayal in friendships?

Back

Becoming friends with someone who is disliked by a close friend.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What is the opposite of 'anticlimactic'?

Back

Exciting or thrilling.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5