Grades 9-10 (WVI 4)
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burlesque a book, play, skit, or the like that mocks something by comically treating it with inappropriate seriousness or levity.
demolition the act or an instance of destroying, especially by means of explosives.
fiasco an utter and shameful failure.
indolent inclined to avoid exertion or effort; lazy.
inexplicable unable to be explained or interpreted.
kindred a group of related people, such as a tribe or clan.
materialistic being more greatly concerned with things in the world that can be acquired than with spiritual matters or values.
parameter any of a set of specifications or limits, the value or variations of which determine the form or behavior of something.
perennial lasting throughout the year or for many years.
pompous showing an exaggerated sense of own's own importance.
recommence to begin or start again.
sally a sudden forward attack or rush from a defensive position by a military force.
sedentary involving or characterized by sitting or little physical activity.
stratify to assign categories or create divisions within (a society) according to a hierarchy of social or economic classes.
vivacity the characteristic or state of being vivacious; liveliness; sprightliness; animation.