TBWHTW Prologue, Ch. 1, and Ch. 2 Vocab

Front

What does 'taut' mean?

Back

Tight

Front

Which sentence uses the word 'taut' best?

Back

The rope was taut as it held the weight of the heavy load.

Front

What is the prefix for the word 'intervene'?

Back

Inter-

Front

Which of the following describes 'welded'?

Back

Joined metal by using heat.

Front

Fill in the blank: From her ________ pale face, Tom can tell that she was not healthy at all.

Back

ghastly

Front

What is the meaning of 'ghastly'?

Back

Causing great horror or fear; very unpleasant.

Front

What does the prefix 'inter-' mean?

Back

Between or among.

Front

Provide a sentence using the word 'welded'.

Back

The two pieces of metal were welded together to create a strong bond.

Front

What is the opposite of 'taut'?

Back

Loose

Front

What does 'ailment' mean?

Back

A physical disorder or illness.