The Crucible Act Four Flashcards

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1
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Flask

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A small flat container for alcohol

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2
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Rile

A

To irritate somebody enough that it provokes anger

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3
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Stench

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A horrible smell

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4
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Gaunt

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Thin and Bony in Appearance

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5
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Providence

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The wisdom, care, and guidance believed to be provided by God; good judgement and foresight in the management of affairs or resouces

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6
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Summon

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To call into court; to send for somebody

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7
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Gibbet

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A hanging post

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8
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Excommunication

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Exclusion from the Christian community

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9
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Quavering

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trembling

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10
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Beguile

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To charm, deceive, or cheat

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11
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Floundering

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Hesitating in confusion

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12
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Reprive

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The postponement of a punishment

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13
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Retaliation

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Deliberate harm against somebody in response or revenge for a harm done

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14
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Statute

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Law enacted by legislature

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15
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Adamant

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Very determined and not influence by appeals to reconsider

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16
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Belie

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To disguise the true nature of something

17
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Boundless

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Limitless

18
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Pentence

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Regret for sins