A Long Walk to Water Flashcards Ch. 1-6

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dress

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to prepare for cooking

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the bush

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a large uncleared area thickly covered with mixed plant growth, trees, etc., as a jungle

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rebels

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one who opposes by force an existing government or ruling

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mortars

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a portable, muzzle loading cannon used to fire shells

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objected

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to argue or disagree, show disapproval

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gourd

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the hard-shelled fruit of any plants, whose dried shell is used for bowls and other utensils

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sympathy

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feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune.

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lag

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fall behind in movement, progress, or development; not keep pace with another or others.

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content

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satisfied with what one has

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furrowed

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(with reference to the forehead or face) mark or be marked with lines or wrinkles caused by frowning, anxiety, or concentration.