"Night" Vocabulary

Front

What is the term for behavior exhibiting overwhelming or unmanageable fear or emotional excess?

Back

Hysteria

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What does it mean to lack discretion, wisdom, or good judgment?

Back

Imprudence

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What word describes something designed to make a strong impression?

Back

Poignant

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What term refers to a cramping and oppressive lack of resources?

Back

Penury

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the definition of 'exodus'?

Back

Mass departure of people.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the psychological state characterized by extreme emotional disturbance?

Back

Hysteria

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is an example of imprudence in decision-making?

Back

Making a financial investment without proper research.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Front

How can a poignant story affect its audience?

Back

It can evoke strong emotions and leave a lasting impression.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What are the consequences of living in penury?

Back

Severe deprivation of basic needs such as food, shelter, and clothing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What historical events are often described as exoduses?

Back

The migration of Jews from Egypt, the Great Migration of African Americans, etc.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4