One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Flashcards
(20 cards)
What does the term ‘glare’ refer to?
A strong, harsh light that causes discomfort.
True or False: To ‘swivel’ means to rotate or pivot around a central point.
True
Fill in the blank: To ‘croon’ means to sing or hum in a ________ manner.
soft
What action does ‘hover’ describe?
To remain in one place in the air or to linger over a particular area.
What does ‘chronic’ mean in a medical context?
A condition that persists over a long period of time.
Choose the correct synonym for ‘ornery’: A) Cooperative B) Stubborn C) Cheerful
B) Stubborn
What does the term ‘loony’ imply?
Silly or crazy behavior.
What is Pinochle?
A card game typically played with a 48-card deck.
True or False: ‘Hassle’ refers to a minor inconvenience or difficulty.
True
What is a ‘callus’?
A thickened and hardened part of the skin, typically due to friction.
What is the meaning of ‘heft’?
Heft refers to the weight or heaviness of an object.
True or False: Efficiency relates to achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort.
True
Fill in the blank: A ‘replica’ is an exact ______ of an original item.
copy
What does ‘knobby’ describe?
Knobby describes something that is covered in knobs or has a bumpy surface.
What is a common ‘gripe’ people might have at work?
A common gripe could be excessive workload or lack of recognition.
Who is an ‘embalmer’?
An embalmer is a professional who prepares a body for burial or cremation.
What does it mean to ‘straggle’?
To straggle means to move slowly or fall behind others.
True or False: An ‘overzealous’ person is typically moderate in their enthusiasm.
False
What is a ‘grievance’?
A grievance is a formal complaint or a feeling of resentment about something perceived as wrong.
Define ‘prototype’.
A prototype is an early sample or model of a product used to test and evaluate design concepts.
