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8th Vocab Flashcard Nov.

8th Vocab Flashcard Nov.

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English

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is foreshadowing?

Back

Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'obstreperous' mean?

Back

Obstreperous describes someone who is noisy and hard to control.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is etymology?

Back

Etymology is the study of the history of a word's origin and how its meaning has changed over time.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to 'deviate' from a plan?

Back

To deviate from a plan means to change course or go in a different direction than originally intended.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the prefix 'ob' signify?

Back

The prefix 'ob' means thoroughly or against.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of foreshadowing in literature?

Back

Foreshadowing creates suspense and prepares the reader for future events.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can you give an example of foreshadowing?

Back

An example of foreshadowing is when a character receives a warning about a future danger.

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