WardenA central character in the book; a position in the church responsible for an almshouse.
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A person responsible for the supervision of a particular place, activity, or group of people."Mr. Harding was the warden of the hospital."
An official in charge of a prison."The prison warden ensured the inmates followed all the rules."
PensionersElderly people living in the almshouse under the warden's care.
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A person who receives a pension, typically as a result of retirement from employment."The pensioners lived a modest but comfortable life."
AlmshouseThe institution where the warden and the pensioners reside.
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A house founded by charity, offering accommodation for the poor."The almshouse was a place of refuge for those in need."
ScandalA major event in the book that disturbs the peace of the almshouse.
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An action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing general public outrage."The alleged misuse of funds caused a major scandal in the community."
ResignationA crucial decision made by the warden in response to the scandal.
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An act of retiring or giving up a position."Suffering from the scandal, the warden tendered his resignation."
The acceptance of something undesirable but inevitable."He received the news of his demotion with resigned acceptance."