Vocabulary: Minn of the Mississippi

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What does 'rapids' mean?

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Rushing water that moves quickly, often found in rivers.

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What does 'shimmering' mean?

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A soft, wavering light that sparkles or glimmers.

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What does 'desire' mean?

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A strong feeling of wanting something.

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What does 'deserted' mean?

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An area that is empty and has no people.

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What does 'shallow' mean?

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Not deep; having a small distance from the top to the bottom.

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Use 'rapids' in a sentence.

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The boat raced through the rapids of the river.

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Use 'shimmering' in a sentence.

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The stars were shimmering in the night sky.

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Use 'desire' in a sentence.

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She had a desire to travel the world.

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Use 'deserted' in a sentence.

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The deserted island was quiet and peaceful.

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Use 'shallow' in a sentence.

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The children played in the shallow end of the pool.