Chapter 13-14 Flashcards
(29 cards)
canteen
a small water bottle, as used by soldiers or campers.
appeared
come into sight; become visible or noticeable, typically without visible agent or apparent cause.
teasing
intended to provoke or make fun of someone in a playful way.
glisten
(of something wet or greasy) shine; glitter.
worth
equivalent in value to the sum or item specified.
glanced
take a brief or hurried look.
squint
look at someone or something with one or both eyes partly closed in an attempt to see more clearly or as a reaction to strong light.
curiosity
a strong desire to know or learn something.
sifted
(of material) having been passed through a sieve.
metallic
relating to or resembling metal or metals.
design
a plan or drawing produced to show the look and function or workings of a building, garment, or other object before it is built or made.
- Wondered
desire or be curious to know something.
suspect
have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof.
useless
not fulfilling or not expected to achieve the intended purpose or desired outcome.
fossil
the remains or impression of a prehistoric organism preserved in petrified form or as a mold or cast in rock.
engraved
cut or carve (a text or design) on the surface of a hard object.
scratchy
(especially of a fabric or garment) having a rough, uncomfortable texture and tending to cause itching or discomfort.
- Grumbled
complain or protest about something in a bad-tempered but typically muted way.
visible
able to be seen
haze
a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles.
drifted
walk slowly, aimlessly, or casually.
passenger
a traveler on a public or private conveyance other than the driver, pilot, or crew.
studded
decorated or augmented with studs.
freckles
a small patch of light brown color on the skin, often becoming more pronounced through exposure to the sun.
