Vocabulary Flashcard for chapters 9-12. City of Ember

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What does self-conscious mean?

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Intensely aware of oneself, especially in a social context.

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What does proceed mean?

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To move forward or to continue with a course of action.

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What does methodically mean?

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Carefully and systematically.

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What does misfortunes mean?

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Unfortunate events or circumstances; bad luck.

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What does scuffling mean?

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To go or move in a hurried fashion.

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What is the meaning of the word 'intensely'?

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To a great degree; extremely.

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What does 'aware' mean?

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Having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact.

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What does 'circumstance' mean?

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A fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action.

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What does 'chaotically' mean?

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In a confused and disordered manner.

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What does 'haphazardly' mean?

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In a manner lacking any obvious principle of organization.