The Tell-Tale Heart Vocabulary

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Definition of vehemently:

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(of a state, quality, or emotion) very great or intense; in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner; with great feeling.

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Definition of pulsation:

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rhythmical throbbing or vibrating (as of an artery).

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Definition of scantlings:

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a piece of lumber of small cross section.

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Definition of suppositions:

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an uncertain belief.

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Definition of suavity:

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the quality of being suave in manner; smoothness.

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What does intensity mean in the context of emotions?

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The degree of strength or force of an emotion.

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How can emotion be described in literature?

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As a complex psychological state that involves a subjective experience, a physiological response, and a behavioral or expressive response.

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What is the significance of rhythm in poetry?

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Rhythm is the pattern of sounds in a poem, contributing to its musicality and emotional impact.

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What does characterization refer to in literature?

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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Define narrative in literature.

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A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.