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8 A/B Unit 2 Vocabulary Review
Unit 2 Vocabulary Review
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English
8th Grade
01/04/2012

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paraphrase (V)

 

Definition
 a rewording of something written or spoken by someone else
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character traits

 

Definition

 

qualities of a person’s personality, beliefs and values revealed in his/her words and actions

 

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diatribe

 

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diatribe

 

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comply  (V)

 

Definition

 

act in accordance with a wish or command

 

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topic (n)

 

Definition

 

The matter dealt with in a text, speech, or conversation

 

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obstacle (n.)

 

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An event or problem that blocks or hinders progress

 

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incident (n.)

 

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an event or occurrence

 

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point of view

 

Definition
 a particular attitude or way of considering a matter
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ransom (n.)

 

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the holding or freeing of a prisoner in return for payment of money

 

 

 

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proposition (n)

 

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a statement that expresses a judgment or opinion

 

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objective (adj)

 

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not influenced by personal feelings or opinions

 

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subjective (adj)

 

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based on or influenced by personal feelings, or opinions

 

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pensive (adj)

 

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thoughtful

 

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bout (n)

 

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a boxing match

 

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torrent (n)

 

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a strong and fast-moving stream of water

 

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irony

 

Definition

 

when the opposite of what is expected happens

 

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impudent

 

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showing extreme disrespect

 

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