Chapters 1-3
prickly plants or shrubs
What is a briar
serious
solemn
to make, shape, and smooth with cutting blows
hewed
a substance made from milk that is turned into a chewy cheese
curd
a farm machine used to cut grain
thresher
narrow steep-sided valleys eroded by water
ravines
lacking brightness
faint
an elementary book containing religious teachings
(chapter 5)
catechism
a pair of suspenders for trousers
galluses
to avoid work or other responsibilities
shirk
jellied meat usually made from the head of a pig or calf
head cheese
a fancifully-curved or spiral design
curlicues
a strip of material gathered or pleated and attached at one edge
flounces
DOUBLE JEOPARDY WORTH 600 POINTS:
Pa told Laura a story about the time he was in the woods called "the voice in the woods". what animal actually made the noise to frighten Pa?
an owl
bed with wheels that fits under a slightly larger bed (chapter 1)
trundle bed
A tiny, hard cup used to protect a fingertip when using a needle for sewing
thimble
shook with slight and rapid movements
quivered
a close fitting jacket-like piece of clothing
basque
gold in color
gilt
a stone for sharpening tools
whetstone
gray with dark streaks or spots
brindle
gaiters
a high quality of wool
delaine
galluses
bundles of grain placed on end and supporting one another in the field