The House That Jane Built: Vocabulary

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What does 'generous' mean?

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Willing to give or share; not selfish.

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Fill in the blank: She created a ___________________ place for everyone to enjoy.

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peaceful

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What does 'vowed' mean?

Back

To promise or pledge in a serious way.

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Fill in the blank: We went to the art gallery and looked at all of the _________________ paintings.

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elegant

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What does 'transform' mean?

Back

To change the nature, character, use, or condition of.

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What does 'community' mean?

Back

A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.

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What does 'ramshackle' mean?

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In a state of severe disrepair.

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What does 'flocked' mean?

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To gather in a group or crowd.

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Fill in the blank: The garden was a ___________________ for all the neighbors.

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community space.

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What is an example of something that is 'elegant'?

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A beautifully designed dress or a finely crafted piece of furniture.