Baked Earth - Unit 12 Vocabulary

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parched

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extremely dry or thirsty

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drought

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a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water

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curious

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eager to know or learn something

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stunned

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so shocked that one is temporarily unable to react

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banquet

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a large formal meal for many people, often followed by speeches

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audibly

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in a way that can be heard

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gulped

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swallowed quickly or in large mouthfuls, often due to fear or excitement

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doubt

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a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction