1. To Kill a Mockingbird UNIT 3 VOCABULARY

2. 1) Abominable adj. Detestable; unpleasant It is interesting that the abominable snowman is portrayed as a friendly creature.

3. 2) Aloof adj. Distant; unfeeling Remaining aloof is not a characteristic most people would associate with actors. They seem to be successful based on their ability to exist in their emotions.

4. 3) Auspicious adj. Pleasant; good-natured Pancake breakfast, walk on the beach, hanging out with family – all in all it was an auspicious start to my day.

5. 4) Benevolence n. Inclination to perform charitable acts With an intention of showing benevolence I donated my weeknights to working at a food bank.

6. 5) Benign adj. Compassionate; incapable of causing harm If you are a ninja, being described as benign might not be a good thing. However, if you are consulting with a doctor, it is a wonderful word to hear.

7. 6) Contentious adj. Tending to fight; quarrelsome Last semester my fourth hour class was contentious group of students. As a result, we had some wonderful conversations about the issues raised in the literature we studied.

8. 7) Ensue v. To follow immediately afterward When I come home to find my husband seasoning steaks, I know that a delicious dinner will ensue.

9. 8) Fractious adj. Inclined to make trouble; unruly Gimli from The Lord of the Rings can be described as a fractious character; however, he is fiercely loyal to those on the quest with him.

10. 9) Persevere v. To persist in a purpose, idea, or task Those who persevere are more likely to find success in the face of adverse circumstances.

11. 10) Prowess n. Superior skill or ability; strength or courage Regardless of the other reasons he may be well known, Michael Phelps is definitely an example of person with athletic prowess.