Zathura Vocabulary

Front

What does the word 'trotted' mean in the context of movement?

Back

To move at a pace faster than walking but slower than running, often used to describe a light, quick movement.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

Define the term 'beaned' as used in informal language.

Back

To hit someone on the head, often playfully.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What does it mean to 'mutter' something?

Back

To speak in a low or indistinct manner, often to oneself or in a way that is not meant to be heard by others.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the meaning of 'defective' when describing a product?

Back

Having a flaw or imperfection that prevents it from functioning properly.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What does 'thrashing' refer to in a physical context?

Back

To move about violently or in a wild manner, often due to pain or distress.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

Provide a synonym for 'trotted'.

Back

Jogged.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

In what context might someone 'mutter' something?

Back

When they are annoyed, frustrated, or trying to speak quietly.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What are some common synonyms for 'defective'?

Back

Faulty, flawed, broken.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

Front

What is an example of a situation where someone might be 'beaned'?

Back

During a playful game where a soft object is thrown and accidentally hits someone on the head.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the opposite of 'thrashing'?

Back

Remaining still or calm.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4