What I Heard in the Apple Barrel

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What is a league?

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A unit of length about 3 miles long.

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What does it mean to maroon someone?

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To abandon someone on an island.

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What is duplicity?

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Dishonest behavior meant to trick someone.

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What is a predicament?

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A difficult or dangerous situation.

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What is a squall?

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A sudden, powerful wind with rain, snow, or sleet.

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What is the meaning of the term 'abandon'?

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To leave someone or something behind.

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What does 'dangerous situation' refer to?

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A scenario that poses a risk of harm or injury.

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What is the definition of 'dishonesty'?

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The quality of being untruthful or deceitful.

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What does 'trick' mean in the context of duplicity?

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To deceive someone by misleading them.

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What is the significance of understanding units of measurement?

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It helps in accurately describing distances and sizes.