Q2.W6.Flashcard #2 11th Grade

Front

What does the word 'Plight' refer to?

Back

A difficult or dangerous situation.

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 does 'Cleave' mean in the context of sticking together?

Back

To adhere firmly.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

How might someone 'equivocate' in a conversation?

Back

By using ambiguous language to conceal the truth.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What are 'scruples' in the context of decision-making?

Back

Moral or ethical considerations.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

In what context might the word 'palpable' be used?

Back

To describe something that can be touched or felt.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Define 'Metaphysical'.

Back

Relating to the abstract or theoretical; beyond the physical.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.13

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What does 'Ambiguous' mean?

Back

Open to more than one interpretation; unclear.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What is the meaning of 'Conceal'?

Back

To hide or keep something secret.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Define 'Ethics'.

Back

Moral principles that govern a person's behavior.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What does 'Criticize' mean?

Back

To express disapproval of someone or something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4