Out of the Dust vocab

What is the definition of rattler?

• A rattler is a venomous pit viper, especially the timber rattlesnake or eastern diamondback rattlesnake.
• A type of bird known for its singing
• A type of musical instrument

What is the definition of pestering?

• To ignore or neglect someone
• To help or assist someone
• To annoy or bother someone persistently

What is the definition of withered?

• To become wet and plump
• To become bright and colorful
• To become strong and sturdy
• To become dry and shriveled

What is the definition of sorghum?

• A type of tropical fruit used in desserts
• A species of flowering plant used for medicinal purposes
• A type of fish commonly found in freshwater lakes
• A cereal grain used for food, fodder, and biofuel production.

What is the definition of spindly?

• Thin and weak, often in a way that is not attractive
• Short and stout, often in a way that is appealing
• Thick and strong, often in a way that is attractive
• Round and plump, often in a way that is unattractive

What is the definition of scowl?

• To smile and look happy
• To laugh and look pleased
• To frown or look angry or displeased

What is the definition of wagering?

• To save money for the future
• To donate money to charity
• To risk money or something of value on the outcome of an event or a game

What is the definition of gripe?

• To express satisfaction or contentment
• To remain silent and not express any opinion
• To express a complaint or grumble

What is the definition of obliged?

• Unwilling to do something
• Free to do something
• Required or morally bound to do something
• Not responsible for doing something

What is the definition of mended?

• to repair, something that is broken or damaged

• to put together as a group

• to mold onto one another