Vocabulary List #1
Consternation=a sudden, alarming amazement or dread that results in utter confusion; dismay. noun
There was a big moment of consternation when the entire class couldn't answer the long equation.
Cower= to crouch, as in fear or shame verb
The puppy cowered in fear when a man kicked it for peeing on the rug.
Neutralize=to make (something) ineffective; counteract; nullify verb
The handicap general had little trouble neutralizing Harrison and the ballerina with the gun.
Synchronize=to cause to indicate the same time, as one timepiece with another verb
The swim team won the olympics for being able to synchronize speed with the other team mates.
Vigilance=state or quality of being viligant; watchfulness noun
the guard had the great quality of vigilance on his side, thanks to his training.
Wince=to draw back or tense the body, as from pain or from a blow; start; flinch. verb
The frail man winced when he thought the interrogator would beat him again
Manipulate=to manage or influence skillfully, especially in an unfair manner verb Oblivious=unmindful; unconscious; unaware forgetful; without memory adjective
Paranoia=a mental disorder characterized by systematized delusions and the projection of personal conflicts noun
Silhouette=a dark image outlined against a lighter background. noun
Sublime=elevated or lofty in thought adjective
Tremulous=timid; timorous; fearful adjective
Today we will be reading Harrison Bergeron and filling out a short story outline.
Objective: Be able to outline the plot to Harrison Bergeron, explain at least one irony in the story, and apply a theme to the story.
HW: Study your literary terms for tomorrow's quiz.
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