Sadako Vocabulary
This word means feeling very pleased or happy about something.
delighted
This term describes a feeling of worry or unease about something that may happen.
anxious
Where do the man and woman live?
A village in Japan
In the sentence, "The rain fell heavily, causing the streets to flood," what is the cause?
"the rain fell heavily"
What event led to Sadako's illness in the story?
The atomic bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima.
This term refers to an act of kindness or a helpful action done for someone.
favor
This word refers to moving quietly and stealthily, often to avoid being noticed.
slinking
What three animals help Momotaro on his journey?
a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant
In the sentence, "She studied all night for the test, so she got a good grade," what is the effect?
"she got a good grade"
What animal did Sadako's friend show her how to make out of paper?
crane
This word describes the act of traveling from one place to another, often over a long distance.
journey
This term means to recognize the value of something or to express gratitude.
appreciate
Why do the man and woman name the boy "Momotaro?"
He was in a peach and the word "momo" in Japanese means "peach"
In the sentence, "The dog barked loudly, which scared the mailman away," what is the cause?
"the dog barked loudly"
What did Sadako's brother promise to do with all the cranes she folded?
Hang them from the ceiling.
This term refers to personal items or possessions that someone owns.
belongings
This word describes hitting with a sharp object, often used in reference to birds.
peck
What does Momotaro give the animals in exchange for helping him?
Cake his mom made
In the sentence, "Because the heater broke, the house became very cold," what is the effect?
"the house became very cold"
Why did Sadako want to fold 1,000 paper cranes?
She believed it would bring her good luck or she would be able to make a wish.
This word means to move quickly or rush to a place.
hurried
This term refers to a small amount of something, often indicating a tight grasp or squeeze.
pinch
Why does Momotaro go on his journey?
To defeat the ogres on the island and help the people.
In the sentence, "After the team practiced hard every day, they won the championship," what is the cause?
"the team practiced every day"
What did Sadako's friends do in her memory after she died?
Folded the rest of the paper cranes.