Alice in Wonderland Vocabulary

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Members of the royal court who attend to and serve the monarch, emphasizing formality and hierarchy.

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Courtiers

Front

A term used to address royalty with great respect and reverence, highlighting authority.

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Majesty

Front

Small spiny animals used as balls in the croquet game, emphasizing the whimsical nature of the story.

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Hedgehogs

Front

A playing card with a 'face' which has a value higher than 10 and lower than Queen.

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Knave of Hearts

Front

Long-necked birds used as croquet mallets, contributing to the surreal and humorous atmosphere.

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Flamingos

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Stomp

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To strike the ground forcefully with one’s feet, a gesture that conveys the Queen’s anger.

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Engaging in a heated or intense verbal disagreement, common during the chaotic croquet game.

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Arguing

Front

Suspended in the air without visible support, as seen with the Cheshire-Cat’s ethereal appearance.

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Floating

Front

A formal judicial proceeding, referenced as the Queen eagerly anticipates the trial scene.

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Trial

Front

To find a way to get away from danger or an undesirable situation, as Alice contemplates throughout the scene.

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Escape