Hatchet Chapter 8 Vocabulary Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'slithering' mean?

Move smoothly over a surface with a twisting or oscillating motion (correct)

Move quickly and lightly

Hold tightly to something

Sleep lightly

What does 'skittered' refer to?

Move lightly and quickly or hurriedly (correct)

Move smoothly with a twisting motion

Sleep lightly

Held tight to

What does the word 'rasping' describe?

Harsh-sounding and unpleasant; grating (correct)

Cautious manner

Smooth and pleasant

General sound

What is the meaning of 'gingerly'?

Carefully or cautiously Signup and view all the answers

What does 'grasped' mean?

To hold tightly to something Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'lance'?

A long weapon for thrusting, with a wooden shaft and pointed steel head Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'doze' mean?

To sleep lightly Signup and view all the answers

What does 'initial' refer to?

The beginning or first part Signup and view all the answers

What does 'imbedded' mean?

Contained inside something; lodged in Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Study Notes

Slithering: Refers to movement that is smooth and twisting, resembling how snakes or similar creatures travel over surfaces.
Skittered: Describes quick and light movement, often suggesting urgency or a carefree quality, akin to how small animals or insects might move.
Rasping: Characterizes a sound that is harsh and grating, often unpleasant; it can be used to describe anything from a person's voice to a scraping noise.
Gingerly: Indicates a cautious approach, highlighting the importance of being careful, often in sensitive situations or when handling fragile items.
Grasped: Implies a firm hold or grip on an object; suggests the action of securely holding something tightly.
Lance: A traditional weapon known for its long shaft and pointed head, historically used by mounted soldiers, typically for charging at enemies.
Doze: Refers to light sleeping, which is often brief and can occur in a relaxed or sitting position, indicating a state between wakefulness and full sleep.
Initial: Pertains to the first part or stage in a sequence, setting the foundation for what follows.
Imbedded: Suggests something is firmly lodged or contained within another object, indicating a sense of being embedded deeply and securely.

Description

Test your knowledge of vocabulary from Chapter 8 of 'Hatchet' with these flashcards. Each word is defined to help you grasp its meaning in context. Enhance your understanding and retention of key terms that enrich the reading experience.