Tale of Despereaux Vocabulary Chapters 1-15

Front

What is a shard?

Back

A piece of something broken.

Front

What is a diplomat?

Back

A person that represents another country.

Front

What is an abyss?

Back

A bottomless pit.

Front

What does it mean to be dismayed?

Back

You are feeling discouraged or stressed.

Front

What does burly mean?

Back

To be big, strong and muscular.

Front

What is a kingdom?

Back

A country ruled by a king or queen.

Front

What does it mean to scurry?

Back

To move quickly and hurriedly.

Front

What is a quest?

Back

A long search for something.

Front

What does it mean to be courageous?

Back

To show bravery in the face of fear.

Front

What is a dungeon?

Back

A dark, underground prison.