Vocabulary 1
Há was concerned that her mother looked _______ because she had not had enough to eat.
gaunt
horrible stink
putrid
Although everyone told him the theater was closed, he continued to _____ on buying a ticket to the evening show.
insist
beg
implore
main character
Há
The _____ rice was Há’s favorite.
glutinous
being calm and in control
composure
The student's reasoning for why two plus two equals five was completely _____.
illogical
a sudden decision
whim
brother who wants to be like Bruce Lee
Vu
Many families fled Viet Nam to escape _____.
communism
to make small changes
amend
The dancer's body was _____ into an impossible-looking position during the final move of the routine.
contorted
a place of worship
monastery
lost the amethyst ring
mother
The _____ would bring enough rain to help the crops to grow.
monsoon
able to touch
tangible
After being away from home for so long, she began to _____ for the familiar smell of her mother's cooking.
yearn
important
pivotal
smuggled a baby chick onto the ship
Although her friend had more money, she did not _____ her riches.
flaunt
leftover piece
remnant
Staring up at the night sky, we realized the universe was a _____ and mysterious place.
vast
particular part
aspect
What did Há call the man who sponsored their family?
Cowboy