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What does the word 'liquidated' mean?
What does the word 'liquidated' mean?
- Organize tidy
- Increase in quantity or quality
- Give a gift
- Eliminate, typically by violent means; kill (correct)
What does 'ragtag' refer to?
What does 'ragtag' refer to?
Untidy, disorganized, or incongruously varied in character
The word 'reluctantly' means in a willing and eager way.
The word 'reluctantly' means in a willing and eager way.
False (B)
What does the definition of 'wrenched' describe?
What does the definition of 'wrenched' describe?
What are gypsies traditionally known for?
What are gypsies traditionally known for?
What does 'barrack' mean?
What does 'barrack' mean?
The word 'meager' means plentiful or abundant.
The word 'meager' means plentiful or abundant.
What does 'doff' refer to?
What does 'doff' refer to?
Define 'latrines'.
Define 'latrines'.
The term 'ajar' means completely closed.
The term 'ajar' means completely closed.
Study Notes
Vocabulary Study Notes
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Liquidated: Refers to the violent elimination of individuals, especially during the Holocaust. Highlighted by the threat of mass deportation in Krakow's ghetto.
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Ragtag: Describes a disorganized group, specifically referencing the deported Jews who were escorted together in an uncontrolled manner.
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Reluctantly: Indicates an unwillingness through the context of forced labor; the protagonist and his father were compelled to comply with work details despite their hesitance.
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Wrenched: Conveys intense emotional pain, symbolizing feelings of heartbreak and despair during traumatic experiences.
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Gypsies: Refers to a marginalized group targeted during the Holocaust, noted for their distinctive cultural background and tragic fate, often killed upon capture.
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Barrack: A basic shelter for prisoners or laborers, emphasizing the harsh living conditions endured in concentration camps.
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Meager: Describes inadequate food supply, as experienced by the protagonist; signifies scarcity amidst the struggle for survival.
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Doff: A gesture of respect, indicating the importance of proper conduct and the severe consequences of failing to do so, such as death for not saluting adequately.
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Latrines: Communal toilet facilities in a camp, contributing to the unsanitary living conditions faced by those imprisoned.
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Ajar: Indicates a state of being slightly open, hinting at secrecy or mystery, possibly in relation to hidden dangers or opportunities within the camp setting.
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Test your knowledge of vocabulary from chapters 7 to 12 of 'Prisoner B-3087'. This quiz features flashcards that provide definitions and sentences for key terms used throughout the book. Enhance your understanding of the text and its historical context with these important words.
