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What does it mean to have a premonition?
What does it mean to have a premonition?
- To have a vision during an event
- To have a vision before an event (correct)
- To have a vision after an event
- To have a vision unrelated to events
If a painting has a meditative quality, what does it imply about the viewer?
If a painting has a meditative quality, what does it imply about the viewer?
- The viewer becomes calm (correct)
- The viewer becomes bored
- The viewer becomes excited
- The viewer becomes anxious
What does the saying 'desperate times call for desperate measures' mean?
What does the saying 'desperate times call for desperate measures' mean?
- In tough times, people should take drastic actions (correct)
- In good times, people should take cautious actions
- In tough times, people should remain passive
- In good times, people should avoid drastic actions
Which word can be used as a synonym for 'profound'?
Which word can be used as a synonym for 'profound'?
What does it mean when a person is undergoing a hallucination?
What does it mean when a person is undergoing a hallucination?
What is the opposite of 'desperate' in the saying 'desperate times call for desperate measures'?
What is the opposite of 'desperate' in the saying 'desperate times call for desperate measures'?
What is the central idea of the passage?
What is the central idea of the passage?
What is the meaning of the word 'infinitive'?
What is the meaning of the word 'infinitive'?
What is the figure of speech used in the sentence 'Mary’s voice is music to my ears'?
What is the figure of speech used in the sentence 'Mary’s voice is music to my ears'?
What does the word 'predatory' mean in the context of the passage?
What does the word 'predatory' mean in the context of the passage?
What is the opposite of an 'adversary'?
What is the opposite of an 'adversary'?
How is Mary's voice described in the sentence 'Mary’s voice is music to my ears'?
How is Mary's voice described in the sentence 'Mary’s voice is music to my ears'?
In what context might someone behave in an adversarial manner?
In what context might someone behave in an adversarial manner?
What does it mean if a problem is described as 'irresolvable'?
What does it mean if a problem is described as 'irresolvable'?
'And it seems to me you lived your life like a candle in the wind.' is an example of which figure of speech?
'And it seems to me you lived your life like a candle in the wind.' is an example of which figure of speech?
'My alarm clock yells at me to get out of bed every morning.' is an example of which figure of speech?
'My alarm clock yells at me to get out of bed every morning.' is an example of which figure of speech?
Flashcards
Premonition definition
Premonition definition
A vision of something that will happen in the future.
Meditative painting effect
Meditative painting effect
Creates a calming and peaceful atmosphere for the viewer.
'Desperate times' meaning
'Desperate times' meaning
Difficult situations require drastic actions.
Synonym for 'profound'
Synonym for 'profound'
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Hallucination definition
Hallucination definition
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Opposite of 'desperate'
Opposite of 'desperate'
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Infinitive definition
Infinitive definition
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Figure of speech: 'music to my ears'
Figure of speech: 'music to my ears'
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'Predatory' meaning
'Predatory' meaning
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Opposite of 'adversary'
Opposite of 'adversary'
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Description of Mary's voice
Description of Mary's voice
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Adversarial context
Adversarial context
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'Irresolvable' definition
'Irresolvable' definition
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'Candle in the wind' figure of speech
'Candle in the wind' figure of speech
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'Alarm clock yells' figure of speech
'Alarm clock yells' figure of speech
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Study Notes
Premonition and Perception
- Having a premonition means having a feeling or sense that something is going to happen, often without any logical explanation.
- A painting with a meditative quality implies that it induces a calm, peaceful, and reflective state in the viewer.
Idioms and Expressions
- 'Desperate times call for desperate measures' means that in situations of extreme urgency or crisis, unconventional or extreme actions may be necessary.
- The opposite of 'desperate' in this context is 'hopeful' or 'optimistic'.
Figures of Speech
- The sentence 'Mary’s voice is music to my ears' is an example of a metaphor, where one thing is compared to another without 'like' or 'as'.
- The sentence 'And it seems to me you lived your life like a candle in the wind' is an example of a simile, where two things are compared using 'like' or 'as'.
- The sentence 'My alarm clock yells at me to get out of bed every morning' is an example of personification, where an inanimate object is given human-like qualities.
Vocabulary
- A synonym for 'profound' is 'deep' or 'intense'.
- 'Predatory' in a context means harmful or exploitative, often referring to behavior or actions that take advantage of others.
- The opposite of an 'adversary' is an 'ally' or a 'friend'.
- A problem described as 'irresolvable' means that it cannot be solved or settled.
Hallucinations and Voices
- A hallucination is a sensory experience where someone perceives something that is not actually there.
- Mary's voice is described as being 'music to my ears', implying that it is soothing and pleasant to listen to.
- Someone might behave in an adversarial manner in a competitive or conflicting situation, such as in a debate or negotiation.
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Practice reading comprehension, vocabulary, and conventions with exercises on vocabulary from 'The Seventh Man'. Answer questions about the meaning of italicized words and phrases in sentences.
