Vocabulary Flashcard: Al Capone Does My Shirts (Ch. 20-29)

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What does 'sulking' mean?

Back

To be silent and moody, often because of disappointment or anger.

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What is an example of 'whit'?

Back

A grain of sand.

Front

What does 'curdle' mean?

Back

To change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state, often used in reference to milk.

Front

What does the word 'whit' mean?

Back

A small tiny part of something.

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What does 'intently' mean?

Back

With strained or eager attention.

Front

Fill in the blank: I won’t have you ______ inside with her all afternoon!

Back

sulking

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What is the opposite of 'intently'?

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With distracted attention.

Front

Provide a synonym for 'sulking'.

Back

Pouting.

Front

What is a common context for the word 'curdle'?

Back

Cooking, especially when referring to milk.

Front

What is a 'grain of sand' an example of?

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Whit.