the crucible Vocab Act 1 Flashcards

1
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Persecute

A

cause to suffer

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2
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inhabit

A

live in; be a resident of

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3
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creed

A

any system of beliefs

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4
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ordinance

A

an authorities rule

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5
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corruption

A

use of a position of trust for dishonest gain

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6
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maraud

A

raid in search of “booty” (money, jewelry, silver etc)

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7
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heathen

A

a person who does not acknowledge your god

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8
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conjure

A

summon into action or bring into existance

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9
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faction

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a clique that seeks power through intrigue

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10
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calumny

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a false accusation of an offense

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11
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pretense

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the act of giving a flase appearance

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12
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hysterical

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state of violent mental agitation/being upset

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