Vocabulary • Ch 7 - Frankenstein • Context Clues

The abandoned town stood desolate, with not a single person in sight.

 

What does the word 'desolate' mean?

• Word: Condemn Meaning: To express strong disapproval or criticize harshly

• A very steep and dangerous cliff

• Extremely shocking or horrifying

• Very empty or sad and lonely

The meaning of her cryptic message was obscure to everyone except for her.

 

What does the word 'obscure' mean?

• A judge in a lower court

• A very steep and dangerous cliff

• A statement given under oath in court

• Difficult to see or understand

He knew that he was only a mere mortal, subject to the inevitable cycle of life and death.

 

What does the word 'mortal' mean?

• A high point of land jutting out

• A judge in a lower court

• A living being that will eventually die

• Difficult to see or understand

Contrary to popular belief, she didn't enjoy the concert.

 

What does the word 'on the contrary' mean?

• A statement given under oath in court

• A judge in a lower court

• The opposite of what you think

• To make something feel better or easier

She sought vengeance upon those who had wronged her.

 

What does the word 'vengeance' mean?

• Getting back at someone for bad things

• To make something feel better or easier

• The opposite of what you think

• Very empty or sad and lonely