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What does the word 'enormous' mean?
What does the word 'enormous' mean?
What is a nuisance?
What is a nuisance?
a bothersome annoying person or thing
Which of the following best defines 'ramshackle'?
Which of the following best defines 'ramshackle'?
Desolate means deserted and without signs of life.
Desolate means deserted and without signs of life.
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What does the word 'ancient' refer to?
What does the word 'ancient' refer to?
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What are spectacles?
What are spectacles?
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What does 'radiant' mean?
What does 'radiant' mean?
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Peculiar means normal and usual.
Peculiar means normal and usual.
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What does the term 'clutching' refer to?
What does the term 'clutching' refer to?
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What does 'miserable' mean?
What does 'miserable' mean?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Terms
- Enormous: Describes something very large in size or extent.
- Nuisance: Refers to a bothersome or annoying person or thing, causing inconvenience.
- Ramshackle: Characterizes a building or structure that appears ready to collapse; loose and shaky in condition.
- Desolate: Indicates a deserted and lonely area, devoid of life or activity.
- Ancient: Pertains to something that is very old, often used to describe historical artifacts or periods.
- Spectacles: Glasses designed to improve vision, typically worn by individuals with visual impairments.
- Radiant: Describes something shining brightly or emitting light or energy, conveying a sense of brilliance.
- Peculiar: Refers to something strange, odd, or unusual, often attracting curiosity.
- Clutching: The action of holding something tightly, suggesting a sense of urgency or need for security.
- Miserable: Describes a state of extreme unhappiness or discomfort, often accompanied by distress or suffering.
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Test your vocabulary with flashcards from the first four chapters of 'James and the Giant Peach'. Each word includes a clear definition to enhance your understanding of the text. Perfect for students looking to improve their language skills in context.
