Lord of the Flies Chapter 3 Vocab

What does the word "festooned" mean?

• Covered in dust

• Hung like decorations

• Painted with bright colors

• Wrapped tightly

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best describes a "tendril"?

• A thick root

• A spiraled stem used for attachment

• A type of leaf

• A flower petal

What is a "pendant"?

• A type of bracelet

• A ring

• Something suspended; hanging

• A type of hat

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

How would you describe an "oppressive" atmosphere?

• Light and airy

• Depressing; overwhelming

• Joyful and exciting

• Calm and peaceful

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "inscrutable" mean?

• Easily understood

• Mysterious; not easily understood

• Loud and clear

• Bright and colorful

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.6

What are "vicissitudes"?

• Predictable events

• Natural or unexpected changes

• Constant conditions

• Repeated patterns

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "antagonism" refer to?

• Friendly cooperation

• Open hostility or opposition

• Silent agreement

• Mutual understanding

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What does it mean to feel "indignant"?

• Pleased with a situation

• Angered by unjust treatment

• Indifferent to events

• Amused by a joke

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What are "declivities"?

• Ascending slopes

• Descending slopes

• Flat surfaces

• Curved paths

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "tacit" mean?

• Spoken loudly

• Written clearly

• Unspoken; implied

• Sung softly

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5