Esperanza Rising Chapter 14 Vocabulary Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'doubted' mean?

To be confused

To feel uncertain about something (correct)

To feel admiration

To feel great surprise

What does 'marveled' mean?

to feel great surprise, wonder, or admiration

What does 'mottled' refer to?

spotted or blotched with different shades or colors

What does it mean to be 'shorthanded'?

not having the usual or necessary number of workers Signup and view all the answers

What does 'mussed' mean?

messy; untidy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'underfoot' mean?

under the feet; underneath; on the ground Signup and view all the answers

What does 'infuriated' mean?

very angry Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'premonition'?

a feeling that something is going to happen Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'phoenix'?

a mythical bird which was thought to live for 500 years, burn itself to death, and rise newborn from the ashes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary from Esperanza Rising Chapter 14

Doubted: Reflects feelings of uncertainty, highlighting personal conflict or hesitation in decision-making.
Marveled: Indicates an intense sense of wonder or admiration, often in response to something extraordinary or unexpected.
Mottled: Describes an object or surface featuring spots or patches of different colors, often associated with natural beauty or imperfection.
Shorthanded: Refers to situations where there are fewer workers than needed, creating challenges in completing tasks effectively.
Mussed: Points to a state of disarray or untidiness, conveying a sense of chaos or lack of order.
Underfoot: Denotes the position beneath one's feet, often referring to something that is easily overlooked or considered unimportant.
Infuriated: Represents an intense level of anger, depicting strong emotional reactions to situations or actions.
Premonition: Suggests a foreboding sense or intuition about future events, often tied to anxiety or concern.
Phoenix: A symbol of rebirth and renewal, representing the idea of rising from adversity, commonly associated with resilience and transformation.

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Enhance your understanding of Chapter 14 of 'Esperanza Rising' with this set of vocabulary flashcards. Each card features a word from the chapter along with its definition to help reinforce your learning and comprehension skills.