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Vocabulary List #1
Ten words, taken from The Scarlet Letter, for Quiz #1 of Semester II.
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| expound | to explain by presenting in detail |
| append | to add as a supplement |
| obstinacy | an act or instance of stubbornness |
| exhort | to urge by strong argument, advice or appeal |
| lurid | causing shock or horror, gruesome |
| scrutiny | close, careful examination |
| sexton | employee of the church responsible for upkeep of church property and perhaps for digging graves or ringing bells |
| decorous | exhibiting proper behavior and conduct |
| riotous | resembling a riot, boisterous |
| repose | state of being at rest; poise, composure |
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