1 The Metamorphosis Chapter 1 Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is 'Gilt'?

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A thin layer of gold.

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What are 'Faculties' in the context of human abilities?

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Natural abilities.

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What does 'Meticulous' mean?

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Very careful and precise.

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What does 'Prohibition' mean?

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The act of forbidding something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'Ailment'?

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A minor illness.

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What is the definition of 'Metamorphosis'?

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A transformation or change in form, structure, or substance.

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What does 'Existential' refer to in literature?

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Relating to existence, often exploring themes of meaning and purpose.

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What is 'Symbolism' in literature?

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What does 'Ambiguity' mean?

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The quality of being open to more than one interpretation.

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What is 'Narrative Perspective'?

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The viewpoint from which a story is told.