Old Yeller - Vocabulary - Journeys

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What does the word 'stride' mean?

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A step or pace in walking.

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What does the phrase 'All's well that ends well' imply?

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The outcome is what matters most, regardless of the difficulties faced.

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What does the phrase 'When it rains, it pours' mean?

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When luck changes, it tends to change dramatically.

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What does the word 'frantic' mean?

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Feeling or showing fear or anxiety.

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What does the phrase 'When one door shuts, another one opens' suggest?

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There will always be new opportunities after a setback.

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What is the definition of 'vocabulary'?

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The set of words known and used by a person or group.

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How can context help in understanding vocabulary?

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Context provides clues about the meaning of words based on how they are used in sentences.

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What does 'figurative language' refer to?

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Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation.

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What is the importance of understanding idioms in literature?

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Understanding idioms helps readers grasp deeper meanings and themes in the text.