Vocabulary Flashcard: Ivan Parts 6-9

Front

What does 'spry' mean in the context of wild gorillas?

Back

Active and energetic

Front

The word 'untamed' in the passage means:

Back

Wild and free

Front

When something is 'brittle,' it is:

Back

Easily broken

Front

What does 'teeming' mean in the text?

Back

Full of life

Front

If someone does something 'reluctantly,' they:

Back

Do it unwillingly

Front

What does 'wistful' suggest about the gorillas?

Back

They are sad and longing.

Front

The word 'placid' describes gorillas that are:

Back

Calm and peaceful

Front

When gorillas 'bicker,' they:

Back

Have small arguments

Front

What does 'disarray' mean?

Back

In a messy state

Front

The word 'distinguished' means:

Back

Important and respected