Vocabulary • Ch 7 - Brave New World • Definitions

What is the definition of 'sheer'?

• To twist and squirm in pain

• A deep narrow valley with steep sides

• Very thin or transparent

• A soft shoe without a heel

What word means to perform a specific task or action?

• hygiene

• auburn

• function

• squalor

What word means to say yes or agree with something?

• affirm

• ravine

• sustain

• unprecedented

What is the definition of 'affirm'?

• To give back what you receive

• To say something in a confident way

• A show or performance that is impressive

• Never seen or done before

What word means a very steep and dangerous cliff?

• precipice

• ravine

• sheer

• tact

What word means to twist and squirm in pain?

• ravine

• affirm

• affirm

• writhe

What is the definition of 'unprecedented'?

• To move in smooth, wavy motions

• Never seen or done before

• To keep going or continue

• A soft shoe without a heel

What is the definition of 'hygiene'?

• Taking care of your cleanliness and health

• A way to change or distract attention

• Being careful not to offend others

• To give back what you receive

What is the definition of 'spectacle'?

• To give back what you receive

• A very steep and dangerous cliff

• A show or performance that is impressive

• Taking care of your cleanliness and health

What word means a long story about made-up characters?

• novel

• precipice

• hygiene

• auburn