Vocabulary • Ch 1 - Grade 9 • Context Clues

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What does 'animosity' mean?

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Strong dislike or hatred towards someone.

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What does 'austerity' mean?

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Living with less to save money.

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What does 'bravado' mean?

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Acting confident to hide fear or weakness.

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What does 'espionage' mean?

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Spying or secretly gathering information for someone.

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What does 'citadel' mean?

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A strong and fortified castle or fortress.

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What is a synonym for 'animosity'?

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Hostility.

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What is an example of 'austerity' in daily life?

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Cutting back on spending to save money.

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How can someone show 'bravado'?

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By acting fearless in a scary situation.

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What is the purpose of 'espionage'?

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To gather secret information.

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What is a famous historical 'citadel'?

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The Citadel of Quebec.