Vocab Flashcard Post The Crucible and Thanksgiving

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What does 'aghast' mean?

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Filled with shock or horror.

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What does it mean when a character is described as 'writhing'?

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Indicates intense physical or emotional discomfort.

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Define 'autonomous'.

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Self-governing; independent.

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What is the relationship between 'unforeseen' and 'unplanned'?

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Both terms refer to something that was not anticipated or expected.

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What does 'decimated' mean in the context of crops?

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To destroy a large portion of the harvest.

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What is the meaning of 'reciprocal'?

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Given, felt, or done in return; mutual.

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Define 'virtuous'.

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Having or showing high moral standards.

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What does 'imaginative' mean?

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Having or showing creativity or inventiveness.

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What is the meaning of 'simplified'?

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Made easier to understand or do.

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What does 'complicated' mean?

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Consisting of many interconnecting parts; not easy to analyze or understand.