The Crucible Act Two Vocabulary

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Which term from Act Two of The Crucible means "paleness," often suggesting a lack of healthy color in the face?

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pallor

Front

Which word best describes a "small doll" that might be used as a token or charm?

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poppet

Front

Which word means "to make better or more tolerable" in the context of improving a difficult situation?

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ameliorate

Front

What term refers to feeling "anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean"?

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indignant

Front

Which vocabulary word names "a withered old woman"?

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crone

Front

Choose the term that means "in a scornful, mocking, or derisive manner."

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sarcastical

Front

Which word describes someone who is "crafty; cunning" in behavior or strategy?

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wily

Front

In Act Two vocabulary, which term means "searching in frustration"?

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flailing

Front

Which vocabulary word is defined as "mad; insane"?

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daft

Front

Which term refers to "a state of mental uneasiness and uncertainty"?

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suspicion