Of Mice and Men Ch. 1-3 vocab

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What does the verb 'lumber' mean?

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To move clumsily or heavily.

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How would you describe an action done 'ominously'?

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In a threatening way, indicating something bad is going to happen.

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What does 'pugnacious' mean?

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Belligerent or aggressive nature.

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What is the meaning of 'pantomime'?

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An imitation of someone else’s mannerisms.

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What does 'derision' refer to?

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Mocking scorn or ridicule.

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What does 'cower' mean?

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To crouch down in fear.

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What is the meaning of 'mollify'?

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To calm or soothe someone.

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What does 'scoff' mean?

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To speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way.

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What does 'morose' describe?

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A sullen and ill-tempered mood.

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What does 'contemplative' mean?

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Expressing or involving prolonged thought.