Westing Game Vocabulary Chapters 15-19

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What is 'incriminating' evidence?

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Evidence that suggests someone is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

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What does 'foreshadowing' mean in literature?

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

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What is a 'financier'?

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A person or organization that provides funds for business activities, especially investments.

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What does 'deliberately' mean?

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Done on purpose; intentionally.

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What is 'resolution' in a story?

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The part of a story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is 'irony'?

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A contrast between expectation and reality, often highlighting a surprising outcome.

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What does 'plot thickens' mean?

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A phrase used to indicate that a situation is becoming more complicated or interesting.

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What is the role of a 'witness'?

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A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, and can provide a firsthand account.

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What does 'astoundingly' mean?

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In a way that is very surprising or shocking.

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What is the meaning of 'shared' in a narrative context?

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To have something in common with others or to distribute something among a group.