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Across Five Aprils

Across Five Aprils. Ch. 4 - 6 Vocabulary. dissipate. To gradually disappear by becoming less strong; dissolve. Copperhead. A person in the northern states w ho sympathized with the south during the Civil War. pompous. Having an overly high opinion of one’s importance. ominous.

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Across Five Aprils

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  1. Across Five Aprils Ch. 4 - 6 Vocabulary

  2. dissipate To gradually disappear by becoming less strong; dissolve

  3. Copperhead A person in the northern states who sympathized with the south during the Civil War

  4. pompous Having an overly high opinion of one’s importance

  5. ominous Being or showing a sign of evil or misfortune to come

  6. comrade A close friend, especially someone you have fought together with in a war

  7. astute Having understanding and the skill to make good choices or decisions; wise, shrewd

  8. tyrannical Using power in a cruel and unfair way

  9. capitulation The act of surrendering

  10. exhilarated Extremely happy, excited, and full of energy

  11. sober Having a serious attitude; solemn, somber

  12. ironclads War ships having sides armored with iron plates

  13. forte Something in which a person shows special ability A strength or talent

  14. allayed To make less severe; relieve, calm

  15. admonitions A gentle or friendly criticism or warning; a warning about someone’s behavior

  16. detain To prevent from proceeding; stop

  17. Good luck on the test!

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