Vocab 1
Definition:
"In a casually calm and relaxed manner"
nonchalantly
Definition:
"having a sharply strong taste or smell"
pungent
Why did Mullet Fingers bring hamburger meat to the construction site?
to feed the burrowing owls
In the first few chapters, Roy is distracted from Dana's bullying behavior on the bus by what?
The strange, bare-footed running boy passing by the bus stop.
What happened to the patrol car when Officer Delinko fell asleep?
the windows were spray painted black
Definition:
"not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations"
skeptical
Definition:
"make a surprise attack on someone"
ambush
What did officer Delinko find in the portable potties at the construction site?
alligators
Why do Beatrice and Roy lie to his mother about a science experiment?
It is a way to slip out to see Beatrice's step-brother
What does Officer Delinko request from Roy's parents after bringing them the piece of green cloth?
A recommendation for his boss
Definition:
"in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect"
dilapidated
Definition:
"giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen."
ominous
what was the first act of vandalism on the Mother Paula's construction site?
How is Beatrice most like her father?
they both have been athletic
who was caught and arrested for breaking into the construction site?
Dana Matherson
Definition:
"wondered; forming a theory"
speculate
Definition:
"bad tempered and moody"
sullen
How did Beatrice Leep's step-brother get his nickname?
He can catch mullet fish with only his fingers
How did Roy get a flat tire on his bicycle?
Beatrice bit a hole in it
What does Roy finally realize when he sees the Everglades?
Florida is as wild and beautiful as Montana
Definition:
"to accuse someone of wrongdoings"
allegations
Definition:
"to irritate and annoy"
exasperated
what is the main reason that burrowing owls are a main part of this story?
they are protected and endangered animals
Why did Dana finally stop assaulting Roy on the school bus after he returned from his suspension?
Beatrice sat by him, and he is afraid of her
Why was Officer Delinko pleased to be assigned to the surveillance of the construction site?
He believed that if he caught the perpetrator, he would get promoted to detective.