Bud Not Buddy Vocabulary Chapter 11

Study Notes

Vocabulary from Chapter 11 of Bud Not Buddy

Commenced: Refers to the act of beginning something, indicating the start of an event or action.
Bucking: Describes the motion characterized by lifting and kicking of the hind limbs, often associated with animals like horses.
Karat: A specific unit used to measure the purity of gold, where higher karat values signify a greater gold content.
Slew: Denotes a significant quantity or number, often used to express abundance.
Swishing: The sound made by something moving quickly through the air, typically producing a hissing or whistling noise, such as a whip being cracked.
Backwash: Refers to the backward movement of water resulting from a force, often seen in bodies of water or during movement in rivers.
Doze: A brief period of sleep or nap, usually taken during the daytime.
Slogging: The act of moving laboriously or with great effort, often implying struggle or perseverance.
Paltry: Describes an amount that is considered insignificant, trivial, or worthless, often evoking a sense of disappointment.
Knickers: Loose-fitting short pants that gather at the knee, typically worn for comfort or practicality.
Judgmental: Characterizes a person who tends to make authoritative, often critical assessments of others, reflecting a critical mindset.
Dukes: A term for a nobleman of high rank in various countries, historically associated with significant power and influence.
Midget: An outdated term for a person of unusually small stature, synonymous with "dwarf," often considered disrespectful in modern usage.
Redcap: A porter at a railroad station responsible for assisting passengers with their baggage, recognized for wearing red caps as part of their uniform.
Porter: Refers to a person employed to transport luggage and supplies, commonly found in travel contexts such as hotels or transportation hubs.

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Test your knowledge of vocabulary from Chapter 11 of 'Bud Not Buddy'. This quiz features key terms along with their definitions to help enhance your understanding of the text. Perfect for students looking to strengthen their grasp of the language used in the book.