A Wrinkle in Time Flashcard Chapters 1-9

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What does 'antagonistic' mean?

Back

Hostile or opposed.

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What is a 'contradiction'?

Back

Direct opposition to something.

Front

Is 'The Black Thing' tangible?

Back

False

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What does 'uncanny' mean?

Back

Strange or mysterious.

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What does 'unceremoniously' mean?

Back

Abrupt or informally.

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What is the meaning of 'peremptory'?

Back

Insisting on immediate attention or obedience.

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What does 'inadvertently' mean?

Back

Unintentionally; by accident.

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What is 'indignation'?

Back

Anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment.

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What does 'prodigious' mean?

Back

Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.

Front

What is the significance of 'The Black Thing' in the story?

Back

It represents evil and darkness.