"Two Kinds" Review

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What does the word 'lamented' mean?

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expressed sorrow about

Front

Why does the daughter develop a negative attitude towards her mother's quizzes?

Back

She sees herself disappointing her mother.

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What does 'competent' mean?

Back

able to do a specific job correctly

Front

What does the prefix 'in-' imply when added to 'competent'?

Back

It indicates a lack of ability, making 'incompetent' mean 'lacking the qualities needed to do something well.'

Front

What does the narrator's comment about failing her mother reveal?

Back

Failure became a way for her to express her independence.

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What does 'inadequate' mean based on the prefix 'in-'?

Back

not enough

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What is the meaning of 'incomprehensible'?

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not able to be understood

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What does 'insolvent' mean based on the prefix 'in-'?

Back

having no money to pay one's bills

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What does 'inconsolable' mean?

Back

unable to be comforted

Front

What is the meaning of 'competent'?

Back

able to do a specific job correctly