Wordly Wise Book 6 Lesson 12

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What does it mean to be 'scoffed' at?

Back

To be scoffed at means to be mocked or ridiculed, often in a dismissive way.

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What is the meaning of 'woe'?

Back

Woe refers to great sorrow or distress.

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What are synonyms for the word 'haul'?

Back

Synonyms for 'haul' include transport, carry, move, and lug.

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What does it mean to 'baffle' someone?

Back

To baffle someone means to confuse or perplex them.

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What is a synonym for 'detect'?

Back

A synonym for 'detect' is 'notice'.

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What does 'adversary' mean?

Back

An adversary is an opponent or enemy.

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What does it mean to 'blunder'?

Back

To blunder means to make a careless mistake.

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What is the significance of Cassandra in The Iliad?

Back

Cassandra is a character who has the gift of prophecy but is often not believed, leading to tragic outcomes.

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What does it mean to 'siege' a place?

Back

To siege a place means to surround it with armed forces to capture it.

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What is the definition of 'transport'?

Back

Transport means to carry or move something from one place to another.