Vocabulary • Ch 8 - All Quiet on the Western Front • Context Clues

She was determined to finish the race, notwithstanding the pain in her legs.

 

What does the word 'notwithstanding' mean?

• Extremely ugly or unpleasant in appearance

• Despite something, without being affected by it

• Word: Furtive Meaning: Sneaky or trying not to get caught

• A very deep hole or pit

She decided to direct the movie herself to ensure her vision was properly executed.

 

What does the word 'direct' mean?

• Word: Furtive Meaning: Sneaky or trying not to get caught

• To express strong disapproval or judgment

• To guide or point something in a specific way

• Difficult to see or understand

She could perceive a hint of disappointment in his voice.

 

What does the word 'perceive' mean?

• See-through

• Difficult to see or understand

• To notice or become aware of something

• Despite something, without being affected by it

The judge will condemn the criminal to a life sentence.

 

What does the word 'condemn' mean?

• Enough for what you need

• To beg or plead on the ground

• To guide or point something in a specific way

• To express strong disapproval or judgment

Her explanation was sufficient to convince the jury.

 

What does the word 'sufficient' mean?

• Word: Furtive Meaning: Sneaky or trying not to get caught

• To beg or plead on the ground

• Enough for what you need

• To make someone do something