Questions and Answers
What does the term 'abnegation' mean?
What is 'consternation'?
A sudden alarming amazement or dread resulting in confusion.
What is an 'astrolabe' used for?
Taking the altitude of the sun or stars.
What is the purpose of a 'sextant'?
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'August' can mean inspiring admiration and ___ dignity.
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What does 'tenacious' mean?
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What does 'prodigious' signify?
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What is a 'patina'?
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What does 'didactic' mean?
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What does 'profusion' represent?
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What is the meaning of 'pestilential'?
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What does 'flaccid' mean?
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What does 'tenuous' refer to?
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What does 'whimsical' mean?
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What does 'implacable' mean?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Flashcards from One Hundred Years of Solitude
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Abnegation: Self-denial or sacrifice; involves rejecting personal desires or needs.
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Consternation: A feeling of sudden alarm or dread, often leading to confusion or dismay.
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Astrolabe: An ancient astronomical device used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies, aiding navigation.
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Sextant: A navigational instrument that measures angular distances for determining latitude and longitude at sea.
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August: Describes something that inspires admiration, possessing majesty or dignity; can also refer to a venerable individual.
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Tenacious: Characterized by a strong grip or determination; signifies persistence or steadfastness.
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Prodigious: Indicates something extraordinary in size, amount, or degree; associated with wonder or marvel.
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Patina: A green film that forms on old bronze due to oxidation, often valued for its decorative qualities.
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Didactic: Pertains to teaching or instruction; can imply being overly lecturing or moralizing.
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Profusion: Refers to a large quantity or abundance of something.
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Pestilential: Describes something harmful, annoying, or troublesome; often relates to diseases or nuisances.
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Flaccid: Signifies something that is soft, limp, and lacking firmness; can describe weakness in force or support.
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Tenuous: Indicates a lack of sound reasoning or clarity; weak or insubstantial in nature.
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Whimsical: Characterized by unpredictable and erratic notions or behaviors; often fanciful.
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Implacable: Describes an unyielding nature; someone or something that cannot be appeased or calmed.
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Test your knowledge of vocabulary from Gabriel García Márquez's classic novel, One Hundred Years of Solitude. This quiz explores various significant terms that enhance understanding of the text's themes and characters. Challenge yourself to define and apply these poignant words in context.
