Island of the Blue Dolphins Vocab. Week 1

Front

Deep narrow valley with steep sides

Back

ravine

Front

Unit of length or distance

Back

league

Front

Large black sea bird with long neck and body

Back

cormorant

Front

A large brown or green sea plant used in foods and medicines.

Back

kelp

Front

Discussion between two groups to resolve an argument.

Back

parley

Front

A line of rocks or sand just above or below the sea surface, often dangerous to ships.

Back

reef

Front

Using little, without waste, in moderation

Back

Sparingly

Front

Skin and fur of a dead animal, or skin with fur removed.

Back

pelt

Front

Body of a dead animal, especially large, soon to be cut up or eaten by wild animals.

Back

carcasses

Front

A large tied amount of hay, paper, wool, or cloth.

Back

bale