The Miracle Worker: Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does 'vigorously' mean?

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In an energetic manner.

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What does 'defective' mean?

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Markedly subnormal in structure or function.

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What does the word 'vitality' mean?

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The property of being able to survive and grow.

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What is 'affliction'?

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A condition of suffering or distress due to ill health.

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What is 'pantomime'?

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A performance using gestures and movements without words.

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What does 'energetic' mean?

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Full of energy; active and lively.

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What does 'subnormal' mean?

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Below the normal level; less than average.

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What does 'survive' mean?

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To continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship.

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What does 'distress' mean?

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Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.

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What does 'gesture' mean?

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A movement of the body that expresses an idea or feeling.