Vocab I
To spring or draw back in a short, bouncy manner
recoil
free from concern, trouble, or agitation
unperturbed
The Oldest Boatwright Sister; she is a beekeeper
August
Where does Lily go after she leaves Sylvan?
Tiburon, SC/ Boatwright house
a period of watchful attention, (in SLoB they do this for a loved one who passed)
vigil
done with purpose or full intention
deliberate
forward or bold in behavior; failing to follow guidelines of appropriateness.
presumptuous
protagonist, teenage girl from Sylvan, SC
Lily Owens
What is the name of the statue the Daughters of Mary revere?
Our Lady of Chains
boy who helps August in the honey house, Lily's friend
Zachary Taylor
innocent, inexperienced, or lacking worldly wisdom and sophistication
naive
goods transferred to another business for sale
consignment
What is the name of the statue the Daughters of Mary revere?
Our Lady of Chains
Why does Zach get arrested?
His friend threw a bottle at a rude white man and he stood by him instead of ratting him out in exchange for freedom.
hardworking or diligent
industrious
desiring or aspiring for success and achievement
ambitious
a ceremony, rite, or customary actions performed for some reason
ritual
May Boatwright
Why does May commit suicide?
She has been in mental pain for a long time, but Zach's arrest is the last straw for her, and she finally ends her own life.
a cemetery that is underground
catacombs
bold and without shame
brazen
reasoning based on fact; it could be specific or general
induction
Lily's Nanny and motherly figure. She speaks her mind and Lily doesn't think she has many manners.
Rosaleen
Where does Lily tell the Boatwright sisters/other people, that she is eventually headed?
To live with her aunt in Richmond, VA.
Peach Farm