Vocabulary • Ch 1.1 - Things Fall Apart • Context Clues

The country descended into anarchy after the overthrow of the government.

 

What does the word 'anarchy' mean?

• A situation where there is no order or authority

• To participate or be involved in something

• About to happen or occur soon

• Difficult to understand because it's secret

They reached an accord on the terms of the agreement.

 

What does the word 'accord' mean?

• To make someone feel upset or frustrated

• Feeling happy and laughing a lot

• To agree or be in harmony

• A situation where there is no order or authority

"A watched pot never boils.".

 

What does the word 'proverb' mean?

• Complicated and detailed, not simple

• Difficult to understand because it's secret

• To agree or be in harmony

• A wise saying that teaches a lesson

The storm began to subside, and the winds gradually calmed down.

 

What does the word 'subside' mean?

• Something interesting or impressive to watch

• To agree or be in harmony

• Difficult to understand because it's secret

• To become less active or intense

The protestors planned to agitate the government by organizing a large demonstration.

 

What does the word 'agitate' mean?

• Exceptional skill or talent in something

• To make someone feel upset or frustrated

• Happening without interruption or stopping

• About to happen or occur soon