The Dog of Pompeii Flashcards
1
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dislodging
A
verb ; to remove or force out of a fixed position
synonym: remove, shake
2
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eruption
A
noun ; the act or process of breaking or bursting out suddenly
synonym: spew, spurt, burst, explode
3
Q
restore
A
verb ; to return to an earlier or normal condition
synonym: fix, repair
antonym: deteriorate, ruin
4
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shrine
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noun ; a sacred place devoted to worship
5
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vapor
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noun ; a liquid or solid that becomes a gas when it is heated
synonym: cloud, fume
6
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Where is Pompeii?
A
Pompeii is in southern Italy.
7
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What is Mt. Vesuvius?
A
Mt. Vesuvius is a volcano.
8
Q
Who or what is the protagonist of this story?
A
The protagonist of this story is Tito.
9
Q
Who or what is the antagonist of this story?
A
The antagonist is Mt. Vesuvius’ lava.
10
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What genre does this story fall under?
A
Historical fiction.
