I often wonder about the usefulness of assigning lists of vocabulary words. Do you use the words you learn? If you don't, how will you develop a sense of when it's better to call something sentient (which suggests a quality of awareness, consciousness, and even sensitivity) than simply alive? Or when reply would be a better choice than answer?
During tomorrow's final, in addition to writing or identifying the proper definitions of the lit and tech terms, you will be asked to use vocabulary words in sentences that make grammatical and logical sense.
Good news! You can practice here. Gain credit for the final by writing sentences that use vocabulary words. You will receive the equivalent of one point on the exam for each word you use correctly (yes, that means if you use three words in the same sentence, you will earn three points-- but be mindful, because if you use the words gratuitously and they're incorrect, you will lose credit).
More good news! We all need a network of support and critique, so please read the sentences that your colleagues write -- if you make a suggestion or correction that helps them improve, you will receive credit for that too.
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