Midterm Flashcards
(85 cards)
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Define prefix AB
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away from
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Define prefix ALTER
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another
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Define prefix ANTE
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before
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Define prefix DE
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down, down from
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Define prefix EPI
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upon
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Define prefix E
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out of
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Define prefix OB
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against
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Define prefix CIRCUM
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around
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Define prefix CON
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with, together
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Define prefix SUPER, SUR
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above
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Define prefix DIA
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through
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Define prefix RETRO
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backwards
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Define prefix PER
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through
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Define prefix SUB
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beneath
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Define prefix TRANS
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across
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Define Impervious
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Unable to be affected
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Define Deference
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Act or practice of yielding to another’s authority
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Define Purported
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Claimed as true, but probably false
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Define Introspective
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Contemplating one’s own thoughts and feelings
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Define Phenomenon
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A fact or event which can be observed and/or documented.
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Define Epiphany
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A moment of great insight; revelation
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Define Sycophant
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A person who flatters; a yes-man
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Define Adherent
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A follower of a person or idea
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Define Incoherent
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Not able to be understood; nonsensical
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Define Complacent
Satisfied with a situation that should be changed or improved
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Define Docile
Easily taught; submissive to instruction
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Define Intemperate
Lacking moderation; severe or extreme
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Define Deflect
To cause to turn aside or away
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Define Revert
To fall back into an old condition
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Define Reprobate
A dishonest or immoral person; a scoundrel
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Define Reprove
To scold or criticize
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Define Confer
To discuss something with someone else; consult
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Define Inference
A conclusion not directly provided by evidence, but able to be drawn from the facts at hand.
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Define Sacrilege
An act against a holy person or place
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Define Proficient
Skilled at; highly knowledgeable of
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Define Expound
To explain or discuss in detail
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Define Destitute
Having no money; poor
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Define Retrospective
Looking backward over a period of time
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Define root DUC/DUCT
to lead
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Define root TOM
to cut
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Define root MIT/MIS
send
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Define root FER
to carry, to bring
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Define root TORT/TORQ
to twist
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Define root ONUS/ONER
burden
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Define root PHAN
to appear, to show
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Define root SOLU/SOLV
to loosen, to solve
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Define root STIT/STAT
to stand
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Define root GRAT
pleasing, earning thanks; thankful
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Define root FLEX/FLECT
to bend
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Define root CIS
cut, kill
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What is a myth?
A myth is a traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events.
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What are creation myths?
Creation myths are supernatural myths-religious stories of explanations that describe the beginnings of humanity, earth, life, and the universe.
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What are humanity myths?
Humanity myths explain concepts such as why we die, where we go after we die, and why we have to die.
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What are natural disaster myths?
Natural disaster myths give us an understanding of how natural forces are part of Earth's and the universe's ongoing processes.
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What are animal and plant myths?
Animal and plant myths demonstrate that animals and plants have a symbolic function. Certain qualities are associated with certain species.
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What are hero and trickster myths?
Hero and trickster myths explain a time of change.
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Who wrote the Odyssey?
Homer wrote the Odyssey.
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What is an epic?
Epics are long poems that contain a central heroic figure and have a vast setting that often covers the entire world.
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What is an epithet?
An epithet is a repeated description of a person or thing often times used to meet rhyming requirements.
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What is a simile?
A simile is a comparison of two things using the words "like" or "as".
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What is foreshadowing?
Foreshadowing is a warning or indication of a future event.
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What are flashbacks?
Flashbacks are sudden, vivid memories of the past.
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What happens in Penelope's dream?
In Penelope's dream, her 20 pet geese are all killed by a single eagle. Aethon interprets the dream as Odysseus (eagle) killing all of Penelope's suitors. (Geese)
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What are archetypes?
Archetypes are universal symbols recognized by all.
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When was William Shakespeare born?
He was born on April 23, 1564.
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What does C.S.Q.T stand for?
It is a format of writing and the acronym stands for "Claim, Set-Up, Quote, and Tie-In".
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What does S.O.A.P.S stand for?
It stands for Speaker, Occasion, Audience, Purpose, and Strategies.
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What is Pathos and Logos?
Pathos is an appeal to emotion. Logos is an appeal to logic and reason.
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What is a thesis statement?
A thesis statement is a sentence that informs your reader of what you intend to argue, prove, refute, describe, or explain.
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What does F.R.I.E.S stand for?
It stands for Facts, Reasons, Incidents, Examples, and Statistics. These are all types of supporting details.
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How is the conclusion of an essay written?
The first sentence should restate the thesis and reaffirm the points you made in your essay. The remainder is based on the introduction.
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What is Odysseus' fatal flaw?
His fatal flaw is Hubris (pride).
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What is Macbeth's fatal flaw?
His fatal flaw is ambition.
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Innocent?
Strengths - Trust, optimism, loyalty
| Weaknesses - Fear of abandonment
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Orphan?
Strengths - Independence, empathy, and realism
| Weaknesses - Fear of being exploited or victimized
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Warrior?
Strengths - Courage, discipline, and skill
| Weaknesses - Fear of powerlessness and impotence
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the caregiver?
Strengths - Compassion, generosity
| Weaknesses - Fear of selfishness and ingratitude
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Seeker?
Strengths - Autonomy, ambition
| Weaknesses - Fear of conformity and becoming entrapped
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Destroyer?
Strengths - Humility, acceptance
| Weaknesses - Fear of annihilation
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Lover?
Strengths - Commitment, passion, ecstasy
| Weaknesses - Dreads loss of love, fears disconnection
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Creator?
Strengths - Creativity, identity, vocation
| Weaknesses - Fear of inauthenticity
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Ruler?
Strengths - Sovereignty, responsibility, competence
| Weaknesses - Fear of chaos and loss of control
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Magician?
Strengths - Personal power
| Weaknesses - Fear of transformation in a negative direction
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Sage?
Strengths - Skepticism, wisdom, nonattachment
| Weaknesses - Fear of deception
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What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Fool?
Strengths - Joy, freedom, liberation
| Weaknesses - Fear of nonaliveness
