Night of the Spadefoot Toads Vocabulary ch 11-15

Front

What is the main concern Ben has about Mrs. Tibbets?

Back

Ben is concerned that Mrs. Tibbets will be in trouble even though he was responsible for letting snakes out.

Front

What is a synonym for the word 'question'?

Back

query

Front

What does it mean to 'interfere'?

Back

To get in the way of something.

Front

What are 'gestures'?

Back

Expressive hand movements.

Front

What does 'pleading' mean?

Back

Begging or making an emotional appeal.

Front

What does it mean if something is 'sinister'?

Back

It suggests something harmful or evil.

Front

What does 'murky' mean?

Back

Not clear or dark, often used to describe water.

Front

What is the meaning of 'inherited'?

Back

Received from a predecessor or ancestor.

Front

What is the purpose of a 'query'?

Back

To ask a question or seek information.

Front

How can gestures enhance communication?

Back

They can express emotions and emphasize spoken words.