Thunder Rolling in the Mountains Vocabulary Quiz & Flashcards

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Vocabulary Flashcards: Key Concepts

Travois: A sled crafted from poles, utilized by Native Americans for transporting goods across flat terrains.
Cous: An edible herb found in the northwestern United States, known for its nutritious roots.
Scraggly: Describes something that is untidy or lacks a structured appearance.
Hillock: A small elevated area or mound of earth, typically less prominent than a hill.
Devour: To consume food ravenously, indicating a strong hunger or desire to eat.
Thrashing: Characterizes wild or frantic movement, often associated with struggle or agitation.
Realm: Refers to a distinct area or domain, not limited to physical space but can also denote a field of expertise or knowledge.
Sprawling: Describes an awkward or ungainly spread, often indicating a lack of control or grace in positioning.
Banish: The act of expelling or driving someone away, signifying a forceful departure from a location.
Idler: A term for an individual who is inactive or refuses to work, often perceived as lazy or unproductive.
Revenge: A powerful emotion characterized by the desire to retaliate for perceived wrongs or harm.
Torrents: Describes rapid, forceful water movements, often leading to flooding or strong currents.
Glint: A brief, small flash of light, usually reflecting off a surface, often associated with brightness or sparkle.
Guardian: Someone who offers protection or defense, taking on the role of a protector for others or valuable items.
Sacred: denotes something that is considered holy or of divine nature, deserving of respect and reverence in certain cultures or beliefs.

Description

Explore the vocabulary from the first three chapters of 'Thunder Rolling in the Mountains' with these flashcards. Each card presents a word along with its definition, helping to enhance your understanding of the text's language and themes.