the crucible act 4 Flashcards
1
Q
flask
A
small flat container for alcohol
2
Q
rile
A
to irritate and provoke anger
3
Q
stench
A
a horrible smell
4
Q
gaunt
A
thin and bony in appearance
5
Q
providence
A
wisdom care and guidance believed to be provided by God
6
Q
summon
A
to call into court to call for somebody
7
Q
gibbet
A
a hanging post
8
Q
excommunication
A
exclusion fro the Christian community
9
Q
quavering
A
trembling
10
Q
beguile
A
to charm deceive or cheat
11
Q
floundering
A
hesitating in confusion
12
Q
reprieve
A
the postponement of a punishment
13
Q
retaliation
A
deliberate harm against somebody
14
Q
statute
A
law enacted by legislature
15
Q
adament
A
very determined and not influenced by appeals to reconsider
