Suspense Unit Vocabulary and Literary Terms-List 1

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acquire

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to get, receive, or earn something

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genial

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friendly, cheerful, and warm

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intrigue

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to raise one’s curiosity or interest

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justify

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to explain or give a good reason for

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offensive

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disgusting and deeply upsetting

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ruthless

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cruel and unworried about causing pain to others

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vindictive

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having or showing a desire for revenge

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suspense

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A feeling of excitement, anxiety, or uncertainty about what will happen

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mood

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feeling/ atmosphere of the story

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tone

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author’s attitude- words the author uses to set the mood