Grade 8: Week 17 & 18 Practice Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is the meaning of 'opus'?

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An artistic work, especially a musical composition or a significant piece of art.

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What does it mean to be 'engrossed' in something?

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To be completely absorbed or involved in an activity or story.

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Define 'curt'.

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Brief and to the point, often to the point of being rude or abrupt.

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What does 'calamitous' mean?

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Causing great damage or distress; disastrous.

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What is the definition of 'defile'?

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To make something dirty or unclean, especially in a moral sense.

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What is an 'armistice'?

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An agreement made by opposing sides in a war to stop fighting for a certain time.

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What does 'epoch' refer to?

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A period in history or a person's life, typically marked by notable events.

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Provide an example of a 'calamitous' event.

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A natural disaster like a hurricane that causes widespread destruction.

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How can a river be 'defiled'?

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By pollution from industrial waste or littering.

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What is the significance of an 'opus' in the art world?

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It represents the culmination of an artist's work, often regarded as their most important piece.