Island of Blue Dolphin Vocab 11-15

Front

Body of any dead animal

Back

carcass

Front

Sea mammal of the seal family with long tusk, flipper, and tough hide.

Back

Sea elephant.

Front

Uproar, loud sound of shouting & confusion

Back

clamor

Front

Cautious; careful to avoid danger or difficulty.

Back

Wary.

Front

Salty taste, like the sea

Back

brackish

Front

Deep bowls for holding liquid

Back

Basins

Front

A person or opponent that competes with or tries to be better than the other.

Back

rival

Front

A round part that protrudes or is set apart

Back

lobe

Front

Approaching in danger

Back

Venturing

Front

Making a harsh, scraping noise

Back

grating