Polar Express Vocabulary

Front

What does 'pace' mean?

Back

To walk back and forth nervously.

Front

What is 'nougat'?

Back

A chewy candy that contains nuts and fruit.

Front

What is a 'harness'?

Back

Straps used on an animal to control it.

Front

What is an 'ocean liner'?

Back

A large ship designed for carrying passengers across the ocean.

Front

What does 'imagine' mean?

Back

To create a mental picture in your mind.

Front

What is a 'conductor'?

Back

A person who directs a train or an orchestra.

Front

What does 'lurch' mean?

Back

To move suddenly or unsteadily.

Front

What is a 'reindeer'?

Back

A type of deer that is often associated with Christmas.

Front

What does 'barren' mean?

Back

Land that is empty and not able to produce plants.

Front

What is the meaning of 'express'?

Back

To convey a thought or feeling.