Lesson Before Dying Vocabulary

VOCABULARY

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• BURGLAR

• WITNESS

• FELON

• ARRESTED

What is the meaning of the word 'antebellum' as used in 'A Lesson Before Dying'?

• Before the war

• After the war

• During the war

• Peaceful

Which word best describes a person who is 'stoic'?

• Emotional

• Indifferent

• Joyful

• Angry

In 'A Lesson Before Dying', what does the word 'defiant' mean?

• Obedient

• Rebellious

• Submissive

• Agreeable

What is the synonym of 'empathy'?

• Apathy

• Sympathy

• Hatred

• Indifference

Choose the correct antonym for 'benevolent'.

• Kind

• Generous

• Malevolent

• Friendly

What does the word 'injustice' mean in the context of 'A Lesson Before Dying'?

• Fairness

• Equality

• Unfairness

• Justice

Which word means the opposite of 'humble'?

• Modest

• Arrogant

• Simple

• Meek

What is the meaning of 'resilience'?

• Weakness

• Flexibility

• Strength

• Fragility

In 'A Lesson Before Dying', what does 'redemption' refer to?

• Punishment

• Forgiveness

• Condemnation

• Guilt