Ch 1 And 2 Vocab Flashcards
Tacit
Understood or implied without being stated
Sedate
Calm, dignified, and unhurried
Salient
Most noticeable or important
Prodigious
Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
Inveigle
Persuade to do something by means of deception or flattery
Commendable
Deserving praise
Emblem
A heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge of a nation, organization, or family
Inane
Silly; stupid
Resonant
Deep, clear and continuing to sound or ring
Indignant
Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment
Venerable
Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character
Inure
Accustom to something especially something unpleasant
Dictate
Lay down authoritatively; prescribe
Cordial
Warm & friendly
Insidious
Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects
What two places does gene want to see during his trip back to Devon school?
The tree, & the marble stairs
What trait does finny associate with maturity?
Tolerance
Why does gene sometimes envy finny
He gets away with everything
What is finnys opinion of sports?
Everyone always wins
How does finnys status affect gene
Finny is popular so gene feels popular too
What record does finny try to break? What character trait drives him to attempt this?
A. Hopkins Parker 100 yards freestyle, loyalty to his class
What does gene believe is the basis for all relationships at Devon school? What does this show about gene
Bribery and shows that he is insecure, jealous and competitive
During which war is this novel in?
World War Two
