The Tell-Tale Heart Vocab Flashcard

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Acute

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Heightened or sharp; used to describe a heightened sense, especially in the context of perception.

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Sufficient

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Adequate or enough; refers to having enough of something to meet a requirement.

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Profound

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Deeply insightful or wise; used to describe someone with great understanding or knowledge.

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Sagacity

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Wisdom or good judgment; the quality of being discerning and having good sense.

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Audacity

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Boldness or daring; the willingness to take risks or act boldly.

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Context Clues

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Hints or suggestions within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Figurative Language

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Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

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Theme

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The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative or literary work.

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Narrative Perspective

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The point of view from which a story is told, influencing how the story is perceived.

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Symbolism

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, adding deeper meaning to a text.