Cambridge book 6 - chpt 1Vocabulary Flashcards

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Prologue

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An introductory section of a literary or musical work.

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Preface

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An introduction to a book, typically stating its subject, scope, or aims.

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Perspective

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A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view.

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Omniscient

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Knowing everything; having unlimited understanding or knowledge.

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Ancient

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Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence.

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Portray

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To depict someone or something in a work of art or literature.

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Authentic

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Of undisputed origin and not a copy; genuine.

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Homograph

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Each of two or more words spelled the same but not necessarily pronounced the same and having different meanings and origins.

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Rumor

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A currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth.

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Vole

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A small, burrowing, mouse-like rodent.