Wordly Wise 3000 Lesson 3 Flashcard_8th Grade

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What does 'combustion' mean?

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Combustion means burning.

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What is spontaneous combustion?

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Spontaneous combustion is when a material ignites without an external source of ignition, such as a pile of oily rags bursting into flames.

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What is a synonym for 'recurrence'?

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Return.

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What does 'disposition' mean?

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Disposition refers to a person's inherent qualities of mind and character.

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Use 'disposition' in a sentence.

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My cat has a generally angry disposition.

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What does 'recurring' mean in the context of dreams?

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Recurring means happening repeatedly, such as a nightmare that keeps coming back.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'imperative' correctly?

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It is imperative that you finish your homework.

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What does 'guile' mean?

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Guile refers to sly or cunning intelligence.

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What is the meaning of 'generation'?

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Generation refers to all of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.

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What is the definition of 'instance'?

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An instance is an example or single occurrence of something.