Brian's Winter Chapter 1 - 17 Vocabulary

Front

What does the term 'course' mean in the context of movement?

Back

To move or flow quickly.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is the meaning of 'glutted' as used in the context of consuming too much?

Back

To overindulge or consume excessively.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What does 'ransacking' imply when searching for something?

Back

To search thoroughly and often violently for something.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What does 'sulfurous' describe in terms of smell?

Back

A rank, foul smell often associated with rotten eggs or skunk spray.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is 'lethargy' and how does it affect a person's energy levels?

Back

A state of sluggishness or lack of energy.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What are some synonyms for 'course' in the context of movement?

Back

Flow, rush, stream.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

In what context might one use the word 'glutted' in a sentence?

Back

When describing someone who has eaten too much food or consumed too much of something.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What are the implications of 'ransacking' a place?

Back

It suggests a chaotic or thorough search, often leaving disorder behind.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

How can 'sulfurous' smells affect living beings?

Back

They can cause discomfort, irritation, or even nausea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What are some common causes of lethargy?

Back

Lack of sleep, poor diet, or illness.