M8W1 HMH Vocabulary Review

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What does 'yearning' mean?

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A strong desire or longing for something.

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What does 'discarded' mean?

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To throw away or get rid of something.

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What is a 'civil war'?

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A war between groups within the same country.

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What does 'choose' mean?

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To select or pick from a number of options.

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What are 'relatives'?

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Family members, such as parents, siblings, or cousins.

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What does 'fortunate' mean?

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Having good luck or favorable circumstances.

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What does 'dedicated' mean?

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Devoted to a task or purpose.

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What is the difference between 'fiction' and 'nonfiction'?

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Fiction is a narrative that is created from the imagination, while nonfiction is based on facts and real events.

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What does 'flourishing' mean?

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Growing or developing in a healthy or vigorous way.

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What is the meaning of 'civil' in the context of society?

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Relating to citizens and their relations with each other.