The Things They Carried Vocab

acquiesce

To ___________ is to accept or comply with something without protest or resistance.

cathartic/ catharsis

A process of releasing and relieving emotional tension through art, writing, or other forms of expression is _____________.

complicity

While I didn’t damage my mom’s car, I was grounded for my ______ in helping my sister cover up the crime.

confiscate

To ___________ means to take away someone's property or belongings, often as a penalty or punishment for breaking a law or rule.

humane

This term refers to showing compassion, kindness, and sympathy towards other living beings, especially humans and animals.

intangible

Refers to something that cannot be touched or physically grasped, such as ideas, feelings, or concepts.

tangible

Something that is physical and concrete and can be perceived by the 5 senses

lax

To be less strict (or to be more relaxed) about following or enforcing rules or guidelines for behavior

monotony

An experience that is dull, tedious, and repetitive, lacking in variety or interest.

morale

The overall __________ and attitude of a group or individual is often influenced by factors such as job satisfaction, work environment, and interpersonal relationships.

mundane

Ordinary, everyday, not exciting or unique

nationalism

The belief that one’s nation is superior to other nations, and that people who do not fit your idea of your nation’s culture, language, or history don’t belong

rectitude

Moral uprightness, honesty, integrity

complicity

Guilt-by-association

morale

After the bad result at the competition, our band went out for pizza to boost team _____.

monotonous

Driving to my grandma’s house in North Dakota was difficult because the drive was long and ______, and it was hard for me to stay awake and attentive.

confiscated

The airport security agents _____ my bottle of shampoo because it was larger than the 3.4 ounces allowed by law.

laxity

I expected ____ from the police officer who pulled me over since I was only going 2 miles over the speed limit, but instead I got a $150 speeding ticket.

acquiescence

_____ for the cruel dictator’s laws gave him more power since no one was fighting against him.

cathartic

Funerals are often ____ experiences, allowing mourners to find comfort in expressing their grief.

rectitude

Military academies, like West Point or the Naval Academy, are not only looking for stellar grades and accomplishments, but also evidence of applicants’ _____ and integrity.

tangible

My little cousin had a “sticker chart” when she was potty training so she could have ____ evidence, in the form of Paw Patrol stickers, of her progress.

nationalistic

The new Prime Minister’s ______ policies alienated other nations in NATO who found it difficult to cooperate and compromise with her government.

mundane

My cousin’s energetic demeanor could always turn ____ tasks like yardwork into an exciting adventure.

inhumane

If you’re going to buy a pet from a breeder, you should make sure that the breeder avoids _____ treatment of animals like those found in “puppy mills.”

humane

A synonym for this vocab word is kind or respectful

mundane

An antonym for this vocab word is special or unique

monotonous

A synonym for this vocab word is repetitive or boring

intangible

complicit

An antonym for this word is innocent

rectitude

A synonym for this word is morality or justice

lax

An antonym for this word is strict

acquiescence

An antonym for this word is resistance or disobedience