Vocabulary
to go up or climb; to rise to a higher level
ascend
existing or available in great quantity; more than enough
abundant
What is the name of the story we are reading?
The Yellow Wallpaper
Where is the story set?
a colonial mansion
I before E except
after C
to brag or speak with excessive pride about one's accomplishments or possessions.
boast
honest and straight forward; frank
candid
John
"What can one do?"
What does this mean?
Means she feels helpless and out of control
If you are making the "E" sound and spelling with a C what is the order
IE or EI
EI
correct; free from errors or mistakes; precise
accurate
having a strong desire for success or achievement
ambitious
What does seldom mean?
not often
What does practical to the extreme mean?
He is very straightforward, no imagination, very logical
When the sound is "A" should it be
IE or EI?
E before I
next to or adjoining something else; nearby
adjacent
to go around or avoid something (such as an obstacle or rule)
bypass
What is superstition?
A belief that you aren't really sure where it came from but you do it anyway. Usually to avoid bad luck.
What is the main character's diagnosis?
temporary nervous depression
SPELL
Neighbor
highly skilled or proficient at something
adept
a preference or inclination that prevents impartial judgment; prejudice
bias
What is John's job?
He is a physician (doctor)
Describe the main character
She has a good imagination, she is sick, she wants to get out of the house. Believes the house is haunted. Believes in superstition
SPELL
Receipt