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What is a gang?
What does 'several' mean?
many
What does 'gruffly' mean?
roughly or sternly
What is a postcard?
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What is parchment?
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What does 'coat of arms' refer to?
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What does 'chuckled' mean?
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What is porridge?
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What does 'quivering' mean?
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What does 'spying' refer to?
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What does 'forced' mean?
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What is a tortoise?
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What does 'gasping' mean?
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What does 'clutched' mean?
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What does 'wheeze' mean?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary from Chapter 3 of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
- Gang: Refers to a group of people often involved in a specific activity or sharing a common interest.
- Several: Indicates a quantity greater than two but not many; synonymous with 'many'.
- Gruffly: Describes a manner of speaking that is rough or stern, suggesting a lack of warmth.
- Postcard: A piece of thick paper or thin cardboard typically sent through the mail without requiring an envelope, often used for sending greetings.
- Parchment: An ancient writing material made from animal skin, historically used as a substitute for paper, especially in formal documents.
- Coat of Arms: A symbolic shield representing a family or group, often featuring unique heraldic designs that signify lineage and heritage.
- Chuckled: A term used for a quiet or suppressed laugh, usually indicating amusement.
- Porridge: A warm, cereal dish made from oats, commonly eaten for breakfast, synonymous with oatmeal.
- Quivering: Refers to a state of trembling or shaking, often due to fear, excitement, or a sudden drop in temperature.
- Spying: Involves secretly gathering information about others, typically in a clandestine manner.
- Forced: Implies the use of physical strength or pressure to compel someone to act against their will.
- Tortoise: A type of turtle that is primarily terrestrial, distinguished by its high domed shell and slow movement.
- Gasping: Characterizes the act of inhaling suddenly, often due to shock, fear, or difficulty in breathing.
- Clutched: Means to grip or hold something firmly and tightly, usually to secure it or prevent it from falling.
- Wheezed: Describes a breathing difficulty characterized by a whistling sound, typically resulting from a blocked airway or respiratory issue.
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This quiz contains vocabulary flashcards for Chapter 3 of 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone'. Each card includes a word and its definition, helping readers enhance their understanding of the text. Perfect for students looking to improve their language skills through contextual learning.
