Unit 7 Vocab.
I took a ____________flight to Hawaii. Hawaii is in the U.S. so it is not considered an international flight.
domestic
capsize
one who looks on or observes
bystander
This character narrates the story
Isabel
At the start of the story, Isabel is in a cemetery where she visits two graves: her former owner and ________
her mom, Dinah
to become confused, agitated, or nervous
fluster
to force out from a property
evict
Many parents don't want their kids to watch scary movies because they show ___________ scenes that can cause nightmares.
gruesome
This character is kind to Isabel and gives her a cookie.
Lady Seymour
Robert Finch is the greedy nephew of Miss Mary Finch who takes Ruth and Isabel and sells them to....
The Locktons
a slight fault, defect
flaw
I can't read this sloppy handwriting. Next time please make sure you work is _________.
legible
sad, gloomy, unhappy
melancholy
This character is an avid supporter of the patriot's cause and suspects Lockton of being a traitor.
Bellingham
The story starts out in Rhode Island but then continues in _______________.
New York
We need someone who can remain ___________ throughout the night and watch for any attacks.
Stickers can be a good ____________ for students. The idea of a prize may motivate them to do their work.
incentive
It's not a good idea to __________over small details with friends. Try to come to an agreement by talking nicely instead.
Despite it being looked down upon, this character taught Isabel to read.
Miss Mary Finch
Among many jobs, Isabel has to fetch water every day from the _______________ (full name needed).
Tea Water Pump
the act of swearing to a lie, false witness
perjury
to spread throughout
pervade
to go through an idea in order to procure votes
canvass
This character was kind to Ruth and Isabel and remembered their mom, Dinah, fondly.
Jenny
When leaving Rhode Island Isabel took one piece of home with her to remember her mom. She took_____________.
Seeds