Understanding Vocabulary in Context lessons 11-12

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Sortie

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A military term referring to a deployment or mission, especially one involving a flight by a military aircraft.

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Sallow

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A term used to describe a person's complexion that is yellowish and unhealthy, often associated with illness or lack of vitality.

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Ambivalent

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Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone; uncertain.

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Supplication

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The action of asking or begging for something earnestly or humbly.

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Archives

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A collection of historical documents or records providing information about a place, institution, or group of people.

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Context

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The circumstances or setting surrounding a particular word, phrase, or event that help to clarify its meaning.

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Vocabulary

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The set of words known and used by a person or group, essential for effective communication.

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Application-based questions

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Questions that require students to apply their knowledge and understanding to real-world scenarios or problems.

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Hero

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A character who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities, often depicted as fighting against evil.

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Villain

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A character whose evil actions or motives are important to the plot, often opposing the hero.