Vocabulary Quiz: The River Chapters 4-6

Front

What does the word "clambered" most likely mean in the context of a story?

Back

Climbed awkwardly

Front

If someone "vetoed" a decision, what did they do?

Back

Rejected it

Front

What are "amphibious floats" most likely used for?

Back

Water transport

Front

To "revert" means to:

Back

Go back to a previous state

Front

If you need to "rectify" a mistake, what are you doing?

Back

Correcting it

Front

The term "descent" refers to:

Back

A decline or downward movement

Front

What are "grubs" typically known as?

Back

Larvae or young insects

Front

A "compromise" is best described as:

Back

A mutual agreement

Front

What is a "lean-to"?

Back

A temporary shelter

Front

When might someone need to "rectify" a situation?

Back

When there is a problem