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Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Connotation | What you think of when you hear or see a word |
| Novel | A long work of fiction |
| Poetic Justice | When a character "gets what he/she deserves |
| Genre | A category or type of literature |
| Allegory | A story that focuses on life and has a moral |
| Haven | A place of safety |
| Tendency | An action that is habitual |
| Denotation | The dictionary meaning of a word |
| Context | The surrounding words that explain the meaning of a word |
| Solace | Comfort |
| Treacherous | Not to be trusted; dangerous |
| Catharsis | A purifying release of emotions |
| Polytheistic | Believe in many gods |
| Incur | To bring upon oneself |
| Shrewd | Cunning or clever |