The Raven Flashcard

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Surcease (pg. 1)

Back

Ceasing or an end

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What does the word surcease remind you of? Any other word come to mind?

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cease

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What does obeisance mean? (pg. 2)

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deferential respect or a bow

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word obeisance.

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She made an obeisance to the queen, and the hall fell silent.

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What does mein mean? (pg. 2)

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a person’s look or manner, especially demeanor

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Where did the Raven perch on page 2?

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the bust of Pallas (Athena)

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__________ is also known as Athena the Greek goddess of what?

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Pallas; wisdom

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What does beguile mean?

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to charm or deceive

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word countenance.

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Her countenance brightened when she heard the news, although she tried to hide it.

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What does the word 'craven' mean?

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Cowardly