“The Lady or the Tiger” by Frank Stockton

1. “The Lady or the Tiger” by Frank Stockton Vocabulary

2. Barbaric(adjective = describes a noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (adjective) Savagely cruel; unsophisticated Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The barbaric young girl ran and screamed through the vestibule as she pushed the younger children out of the way. Although the Aztecs were a bit barbaric and brutal, the Spanish easily defeated them by using their intelligence and weapons. Means the same as (synonym): Brutal, vicious, wicked

3. Progressiveness(noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (noun) advancement towards better conditions Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The progressiveness of the workers made the rebuilding of the town much more modern than in previous years. Means the same as (synonym): Radical, liberal

4. florid(adjective= describes a noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (adjective) elaborate, fancy, Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The florid house was distinguished among other houses on the block due to the amount of money spent on it. Means the same as (synonym): Embellished, ornate

5. untrammeled(adjective= describes a noun) Write the definition: (adj.) not deprived of freedom, not restricted Front of flash card Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The untrammeled young boy fearlessly rode the colossal Ferris wheel that was hundreds of feet high. Means the same as (synonym): Free-spirited, independent

6. exuberant(adjective= describes a noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (adj.) filled with lively energy Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The exuberant young child was excited to open his first toy on Christmas morning. Means the same as (synonym): animated, excited, vivacious

7. Self-communing(verb) Front of flash card Write the definition: (verb) commune with oneself; to think carefully alone in one’s mind Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): Before taking my NJ ASK test, I spent time self-communingin order to rehearse the information I have learned throughout the year. Means the same as (synonym): Meditate; ponder

8. genial(adjectives = describes a noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (adjective) friendly or cheerful Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues):The genial puppies were so friendly they would lick anyone who tried to pick them up. Means the same as (synonym): Pleasant, kind, gracious, jolly

9. rhapsodies(noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (noun) written or spoken expression Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues):The rhapsodies of the young girl were spoken so eloquently it moved everyone in the audience at the funeral. Means the same as (synonym): Verse; poetry

10. virtue(noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (noun) behavior showing high moral standards Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The man running for president had a great sense of virtue such as his patience and kindness towards every day citizens of his country. Ghandi’svirtues inspired others to believe in themselves and to stand up for what they believe in. Means the same as (synonym): Ethics; uprightness; trustworthiness; goodness; generosity

11. emanate(verb) Front of flash card Write the definition: (verb) to spread out from a source Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): She seemed to emanate peace and tranquility in the midst of a terrible war. Means the same as (synonym): Emerge, arise, exude, radiate

12. ingrafted(verb) Front of flash card Write the definition: (verb) to plant firmly; establish Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues):The young boy had the information from his study guide ingraftedin his memory after hours of studying alone. Means the same as (synonym): Implant, insert

13. fervent(noun / adjective) Front of flash card Write the definition: (noun/adj.) having or displaying passionate intensity Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The fervent warrior fought bravely as he defended his country fearlessly against the invading army. Means the same as (synonym): Heartfelt; emotional; devote

14. imperious(adjectives = describes a noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (adj.) assuming power without authority; arrogant Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The imperious leader gained power through military strength and often assumed he made the best decisions without the council of his inner circle. Means the same as (synonym): Haughty; domineering; overbearing; bossy

15. ardor(noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (noun) enthusiasm or passion Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues):Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had great ardor to accomplish peaceful equality as he gave his “I have a Dream” speech at the Lincoln Memorial. Means the same as (synonym): Eagerness, passion, fierceness, rapturous

16. grievous(adjective = describes a noun) Front of flash card Write the definition: (adj.) very severe or serious; painful emotionally Back of flash card Write a sentence (using context clues): The grievousKatniss did all that she could to heal Peeta’s leg so that he could see the next sunset. Means the same as (synonym): Disturbing; distressing