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Hangman/SlaveNarr.
Flashcards for Quiz on "The Hangman" and "Escape: A Slave Narrative"
Question | Answer |
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Flogging | To beat someone with a whip or stick as punishment or torture. |
Sallied | To charge |
Chagrin | Distress or embarrassment at having failed or been humiliated |
Coarse | Rude, crude, or vulgar speech |
Smite | To strike with a firm blow. |
Vexed | to be annoyed, frustrated, worried, etc.. with trivial matters. |
Emboldened | To be given courage or confidence to do something ot behave in a certain way. |
Parley | To hold a conference with the opposing side to discuss terms. |
Vigilance | The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. |
Fabrications | Inventions or concoctions with deceitful intentions. |
Laborious | Requiring considerable effort and time. |
Query | A question |
Encumbrance | A burden/impediment |
Elated | In high spirits; exultant or proud. |