1. English 3 Vocab Lesson 1

2. Factious Causing disagreement.
Name to factious topics that often get people worked up.

3. Ignoble (adj) Dishonorable, shameful
What is an ignoble act that someone you know has committed?

4. Boor (n)
A rude or impolite person
How do you handle boors?

5. Aegis (n) A shield; protection
What is something that gives children aegis when they are feeling scared of the dark?

6. Perspicacity (N) Wise judgment; crafty; street smarts
Would you rather have book knowledge or perspicacity? Why?

7. Fervent (adj) Eager; earnest
How can you tell someone is a fervent UK or UL fan?

8. Rectify (v) To correct; make right
What is a good way to rectify an argument with a friend?

9. Enervate (v)
To weaken
How was the drought enervating to Hardin County and Kentucky?

10. Besiege (V) To overwhelm, to attack
What insect would you not want to be besieged by?

11. Ephemeral (adj) Lasting a brief time; short-lived
Name a person who had ephemeral fame.

12. Altruism (n) An act of goodwill, a totally unselfish act.
Are altruistic acts possible?

13. Carrion (n)
Decaying flesh
Where do we see carrion reguarly?

14. Erotic (adj)
Pertaining to sexual love

15. Amorphous (adj) Shapeless, lacking form or boundaries
How are dreams often amorphous?

16. Opulent (adj) Wealthy, rich, luxurious
What is an opulent car/truck you would like to own?