Crucible: Act I Vocabulary

Question 1

the state or quality of conforming to conventionally accepted standards of behaviors or morals

Answer 1

propriety

Question 2

a party or group that is often contentious or self-seeking

Answer 2

faction

Question 3

something regarded with disgust or hatred:

Answer 3

abominations

Question 4

respect and esteem due to superior or an elder

Answer 4

deference

Question 5

divine guidance or care

Answer 5

providence

Question 6

to support with evidence or authority: make more certain

Answer 6

corroborating

Question 7

an indirect, usually subtle suggestion, indication, or hint

Answer 7

intimations

Question 8

a nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation

Answer 8

trepidation

Question 9

useful in an inferior capacity; obediently submissive

Answer 9

subservient

Question 10

a misrepresentation intended to harm another’s reputation

Answer 10

calumny

Question 11

a claim made or implied

Answer 11

pretense

Question 12

causing amazement or wonder

Answer 12

prodigious

Question 13

being in actual contact: touching along a boundary or at a point

Answer 13

contiguous

Question 14

to teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions

Answer 14

inculcation

Question 15

lacking legal or moral restraints

Answer 15

licentious