Questions and Answers
What does 'melancholy' mean?
What does 'tolerantly' mean?
patiently
What are 'petticoats'?
a woman's light, loose undergarment hanging from the shoulders or the waist, worn under a skirt or dress
What does 'rueful' mean?
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What does 'strayed' mean?
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What is a 'washstand'?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary from Tuck Everlasting
- Melancholy: Describes a state of deep sadness, often reflecting a quiet, reflective sorrow.
- Tolerantly: Indicates a manner of being patient or accepting, showing the ability to endure difficult situations with composure.
- Petticoats: Refers to a type of women's undergarment, typically light and loose, that is worn under dresses or skirts, providing both comfort and shape.
- Rueful: Expresses a sense of sorrow or regret, often accompanied by a sense of irony or wistfulness about a missed opportunity or mistake.
- Strayed: Means to wander or deviate from the intended or expected path, often implying a loss of direction or purpose.
- Washstand: Denotes a type of furniture designed for personal hygiene, typically equipped with a basin for washing hands and face, common in historical contexts.
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Test your knowledge of key vocabulary from the book Tuck Everlasting. This quiz includes words like 'melancholy' and 'petticoats', providing definitions and usage. Enhance your understanding of this classic literature and its themes through vocabulary exploration.
