Hatchet Chapter 8 Vocabulary Flashcards
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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'?

    <p>Carefully or cautiously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'grasped' mean?

    <p>To hold tightly to something</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'lance'?

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

    What does the word 'doze' mean?

    <p>To sleep lightly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'initial' refer to?

    <p>The beginning or first part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'imbedded' mean?

    <p>Contained inside something; lodged in</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    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.

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    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.

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