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What does 'silhouette' refer to?
What does 'silhouette' refer to?
- The outline or general shape of something (correct)
- A type of bird
- A prickly shrub or vine
- A feeling of great distress
What is a wood thrush?
What is a wood thrush?
A bird with a red head and upper back, spotted breast.
To caroled means to sung.
To caroled means to sung.
False (B)
What does 'anguish' mean?
What does 'anguish' mean?
What are brambles?
What are brambles?
What does 'dimpled' mean?
What does 'dimpled' mean?
What does 'current' refer to in a water context?
What does 'current' refer to in a water context?
What does 'stern' mean?
What does 'stern' mean?
Rigid means still or frozen.
Rigid means still or frozen.
Study Notes
Vocabulary from Tuck Everlasting Chapter 12
- Silhouette: Refers to the outline or general shape of an object, often seen as a dark figure against a lighter background.
- Wood Thrush: A type of bird characterized by its reddish head and upper back, along with a breast that is spotted, recognized for its melodious song.
- Caroled: Describes the act of singing joyfully, often associated with festive or celebratory contexts.
- Anguish: Represents a profound feeling of distress or torment, often accompanied by despair or suffering.
- Brambles: Refers to rough, prickly shrubs or vines, commonly found in wild, untamed areas.
- Dimpled: Indicates the presence of a dimple, which is a small indentation or hole, typically found in cheeks or surfaces.
- Current: Describes the flow of water, particularly in rivers or streams, which can influence navigation and aquatic life.
- Stern: Refers specifically to the rear part of a boat, critical for steering and balance in aquatic settings.
- Rigid: Characterizes something that is stiff or frozen, lacking the flexibility or movement typically expected.
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Test your knowledge on key vocabulary from Chapter 12 of 'Tuck Everlasting'. This quiz covers important terms that enhance understanding of the chapter's themes and character emotions. Master these words to deepen your appreciation for the text.