Vocabulary in Oedipus Rex Flashcard

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What does the word 'loathsome' mean?

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Highly offensive or disgusting.

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What is the correct usage of the word 'conflagration'?

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A large destructive fire.

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What does 'pinnacle' refer to?

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The highest point of something, especially a mountain.

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What does 'petulant' mean?

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Childishly sulky or bad-tempered.

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What role does an 'oracle' play in mythology?

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A person who gives advice directly from a god.

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Define 'conflagration'.

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A large and destructive fire.

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What is the meaning of 'pinnacle' in a figurative sense?

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The most successful point; the culmination.

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How can 'loathsome' be used in a sentence?

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His loathsome behavior drove everyone away.

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What is an example of a 'petulant' action?

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A child throwing a tantrum when they don't get their way.

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What is the significance of an 'oracle' in ancient cultures?

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Oracles were believed to provide divine guidance and prophecy.