Short Story Unit Vocabulary

Question-and-answer flashcards covering all 25 vocabulary words from the Short Story Unit list across various short stories.

What is the definition of "titanic" from "There Will Come Soft Rains"?

Of exceptional strength, size, or power.

What is the definition of "tremulous"?

Shaking or quivering slightly.

How is "sheathing" defined?

Protective casing or covering.

What does the adjective "manic" mean?

Showing wild, uncontrolled excitement and energy.

What is the meaning of "profusely" from "The Lottery"?

To a great degree; in large amounts.

How is the adjective "boisterous" defined?

Noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy.

What is the definition of "jovial"?

Cheerful and friendly.

What does "perfunctory" mean?

An action performed merely as a duty, quickly, and with a lack of genuine interest or enthusiasm.

How is "interminably" defined?

Seemingly endless, often due to monotony or tiresome length.

What is the definition of "petulantly"?

Doing something in an impatient, irritable, and childish way.

What is the definition of "gale" from "The Storm"?

A very strong wind.

How is the noun "admonition" defined?

Authoritative counsel or warning.

What is the definition of "morose"?

Sullen and ill-tempered.

What does "ominous" mean?

Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.

What is the definition of "resoundingly"?

Unmistakably or emphatically; totally.

What is a "rivulet"?

A very small stream.

How is the word "inexplicable" defined?

Unable to be explained or accounted for.

What is the meaning of "indelibly"?

Not able to be forgotten or removed.

What is the definition of "tranquil" in "Lather and Nothing Else" and "The Sniper"?

Free from disturbance, noise or chaos.

How is "frantic" defined?

Panicked or driven by emotion.

What does the adjective "exasperated" mean?

Extremely irritated or frustrated.

What is the definition of "peculiar"?

Strange; not ordinary.

What does "retribution" mean in "Cask of Amontillado"?

Punishment or revenge for an action.

How is the noun "impunity" defined?

Protection from punishment or harm.

What is the definition of "preclude"?

To prevent something from happening; to rule out.