I Survived the Shark Attack of 19 Section 5 Vocab and Comp.

What does the word "staggered" mean?

• To walk very quickly

• To walk very unsteadily

• To run smoothly

• To jump high

Which word describes a series of short, loud sounds?

• Whispering

• Clattering

• Singing

• Humming

What does "sympathetic" mean?

• To ignore someone's feelings

• To be kind and show understanding

• To laugh at someone

• To be angry with someone

What does the word "hoisted" mean?

• To lower something

• To hide something

• To raise or lift

• To break something

What does "drenched" mean?

• Slightly wet

• Completely dry

• Soaked or very wet

• Frozen

What does "looming" mean?

• Appearing small and friendly

• Disappearing quickly

• Appearing large and scary

• Being invisible

Which of the following is an example of "clattering"?

• A cat purring

• A door creaking

• Dishes falling on the floor

• A bird chirping

If someone is "sympathetic," how might they act?

• They might laugh at you

• They might help you feel better

• They might ignore you

• They might get angry

What might you do if you "hoisted" a flag?

• Lower it to the ground

• Raise it up a pole

• Fold it neatly

• Hide it away

If you are "drenched," what might have happened?

• You walked in the rain without an umbrella

• You stayed inside all day

• You wore a raincoat

• You sat by a fire