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The Gift of Magi, The Necklace, and The Cask of Amontillado
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English
9th Grade
02/15/2012

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Rueful
Definition

Expressing sorrow or regret

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Disheveled
Definition
(of a person's hair, clothes, or appearance) Untidy; disordered
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Aghast
Definition
Filled with horror or shock
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Chic
Definition
attractive and fashionable; stylish
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Vexation
Definition
The state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried
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Agile
Definition
Characterized by quickness, lightness, and ease of movement
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Assertion
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a positive statement or declaration, often without support

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Cascade
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A waterfall or a series of small waterfalls over steep rocks
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Coveted
Definition
Yearn to possess or have (something)
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Inconsequential
Definition
Not important or significant
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Instigate
Definition
Incite someone to do something, esp. something bad.
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Prudence
Definition
the ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason
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Impunity
Definition
Free from punishment
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Retribution
Definition
Punishment that is considered to be morally right and fully deserved.
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Afflicted
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To destress with mental or boildly pain
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Explicit
Definition
Fully and clearly expressed or demonstrated
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