Questions and Answers
What does the word 'doubted' mean?
What does 'marveled' mean?
to feel great surprise, wonder, or admiration
What does 'mottled' refer to?
spotted or blotched with different shades or colors
What does it mean to be 'shorthanded'?
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What does 'mussed' mean?
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What does 'underfoot' mean?
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What does 'infuriated' mean?
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What is a 'premonition'?
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What is a 'phoenix'?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary from Esperanza Rising Chapter 14
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Doubted: Reflects feelings of uncertainty, highlighting personal conflict or hesitation in decision-making.
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Marveled: Indicates an intense sense of wonder or admiration, often in response to something extraordinary or unexpected.
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Mottled: Describes an object or surface featuring spots or patches of different colors, often associated with natural beauty or imperfection.
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Shorthanded: Refers to situations where there are fewer workers than needed, creating challenges in completing tasks effectively.
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Mussed: Points to a state of disarray or untidiness, conveying a sense of chaos or lack of order.
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Underfoot: Denotes the position beneath one's feet, often referring to something that is easily overlooked or considered unimportant.
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Infuriated: Represents an intense level of anger, depicting strong emotional reactions to situations or actions.
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Premonition: Suggests a foreboding sense or intuition about future events, often tied to anxiety or concern.
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Phoenix: A symbol of rebirth and renewal, representing the idea of rising from adversity, commonly associated with resilience and transformation.
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Enhance your understanding of Chapter 14 of 'Esperanza Rising' with this set of vocabulary flashcards. Each card features a word from the chapter along with its definition to help reinforce your learning and comprehension skills.