Vocab list 2: R & J prologue, Act II, sc. i

What does the word "Endure" mean?

• To give up easily

• To last, continue; put up with

• To start something new

• To avoid completely

Which word describes a quality that creates a feeling of sadness or pity?

• Pathos

• Compelling

• Propose

• Augment

What does "Compelling" mean?

• Boring and dull

• Interesting and attractive; persuasive

• Unnecessary and trivial

• Confusing and unclear

What is the meaning of "Propose"?

• To reject an idea

• To suggest; to form or put forward a plan or intention

• To forget something

• To criticize harshly

What does "Recurrent" mean?

• Happening once

• Repeating or happening time after time

• Ending abruptly

• Occurring randomly

What does "Augment" mean?

• To decrease in size

• To remain unchanged

• To increase or make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense

• To simplify

What is the meaning of "Posterity"?

• Past generations

• Present individuals

• Future generations

• Current leaders

What does "Virtuous" mean?

• Dishonest and corrupt

• Having excellent morals or righteousness

• Lazy and unmotivated

• Unkind and rude

What does "Prodigious" mean?

• Ordinary and common

• Extraordinary or marvelous; causing amazement or wonder

• Small and insignificant

• Predictable and expected

What is a "Prologue"?

• The end of a play

• A speech often in verse addressed to the audience by an actor at the beginning of a play

• A musical interlude

• A silent scene