A Long Walk to Water ch. 15-Author's Note flash cards

maintaining

• ignoring

• destroying

• abandoning

assumed

• suppose to be the case, without proof.

• to doubt or question

• to reject or dismiss

• to analyze critically

perseverance

• steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success

• B. Steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success

• C. A temporary state of confusion

• D. The ability to adapt to change quickly

notion

• an idea

• an idea

• a fact

• a theory

depicted

• show or represent by a drawing, painting, or other art form.

• to describe in detail using words

• to create a visual representation using technology

• to illustrate a concept through verbal explanation

abruply

• suddenly, unexpectedly

• gradually, predictably

• slowly, steadily

• calmly, peacefully

trembling

• shaking

• stillness

• calmness

• stability

lumbered

• move in a slow, heavy, awkward way

• move in a slow, heavy, awkward way

• move gracefully and smoothly

• move with great speed and efficiency

vague

• of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning.

• of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning.

• easily understood and interpreted.

• having a precise and specific definition.

disputes

• a disagreement, argument, or debate

• a formal agreement between parties

• a peaceful resolution to a conflict

• a legal document outlining terms