The Castle on Hester Street Vocabulary

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What is a moment?

Back

A very short period of time.

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What does valuable mean?

Back

Something that is worth a lot or is important to someone.

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What does it mean when something has arrived?

Back

It means that it has reached its destination.

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What are photographs?

Back

Pictures made by a camera.

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What does whispered mean?

Back

To speak very softly so that only a few people can hear.

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What is an opportunity?

Back

A chance to do something.

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What does inspected mean?

Back

To look at something carefully to learn more about it.

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Can you give an example of a moment?

Back

The time it takes to blink your eye.

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Why is a watch considered valuable?

Back

Because it may have sentimental value or be expensive.

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What is an example of something that has arrived?

Back

A package delivered to your home.