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20 Cards in this Set
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What is the definition of transfixed?
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Transfixed means very still, as if nailed to the spot
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What does converging mean?
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Converging means closing in
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What is the definition of variations?
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Variations mean differences
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What does intelligible mean?
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Intelligible means understandable
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What is the definition of defiant?
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Defiant means boldly resisting authority
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What does explicit mean?
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Explicit means definite
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What is the definition of assent?
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Assent means agreement
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What does idiosyncrasy mean?
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Peculiarity
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What is the definition of intimidated?
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Intimidated means to be frightened with threats or violence
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What does menace mean?
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Menace means danger or a threat
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Who are the main characters of Rikki Tikki Tavi?
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Rikki Tikki, Darzee, Darzee's wife, Nag, Nagaina, Teddy, Karait, and Chuchundra
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Who are the main characters in Three Skeleton Key?
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Le Gleo, Itchou, and the unnamed Narrator
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Who are the main characters in The Monsters Are Due On Maple Street
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Steve, Les Goodman, Charlie, Don Martin, and Tommy
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What does a plot outline consist of?
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A plot outline consists of a basic situation, the events, climax, and then resolution
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Why did the Narrator work at the light house in Three Skeleton Key?
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It was a high-paying job, and he needed the money for a wedding
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What happened to the 3 men at the Three Skeleton Key light house?
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Le Gleo went insane, Itchou died, and the Narrator continued working
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What is a complication?
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A complication is any problem that the character faces?
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What is suspense?
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Suspense is what keeps the person reading/watching on their toes, and makes them anxious, excited, and also full of uncertainty
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What is resolution?
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Resolution is when everything is solved
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What is Eeking Out A Life about?
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Eeking Out A Life is about a man finding a rat. He feels sorry for the rat, and is afraid it will get eaten and die. He convinces his other half and they keep the rat, only to find that it is house trained.
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