"Night" Vocabulary

Front

What is the term for behavior exhibiting overwhelming or unmanageable fear or emotional excess?

Back

Hysteria

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What does it mean to lack discretion, wisdom, or good judgment?

Back

Imprudence

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What word describes something designed to make a strong impression?

Back

Poignant

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What term refers to a cramping and oppressive lack of resources?

Back

Penury

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the definition of 'exodus'?

Back

Mass departure of people.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the psychological state characterized by extreme emotional disturbance?

Back

Hysteria

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is an example of imprudence in decision-making?

Back

Making a financial investment without proper research.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Front

How can a poignant story affect its audience?

Back

It can evoke strong emotions and leave a lasting impression.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What are the consequences of living in penury?

Back

Severe deprivation of basic needs such as food, shelter, and clothing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What historical events are often described as exoduses?

Back

The migration of Jews from Egypt, the Great Migration of African Americans, etc.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4