Hugo Cabret Vocab #1

What is the meaning of the word "cavernous"?

• Complicated or twisty, like a confusing maze or a pattern with many parts.

• Feeling very happy, joyful, or excited.

• Big, deep, or hollow like a large cave; often describes something that feels large and empty.

• • Full of a large amount of something, like when a place is crowded or overflowing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the word "intricate"?

• Having many small parts or details that are put together in a complicated or detailed way.

• Feeling calm or peaceful, like being in a relaxed state of mind.

• Very large or important, like something huge or grand.

• Full of energy or movement, like something lively and exciting.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of the word "staggered"?

• Feeling confused or uncertain, like when you don’t understand something.

• Completely focused or paying close attention, like being very concentrated on something.

• To hurry or move quickly, like rushing to get somewhere fast.

• To move unsteadily or nearly fall, like when you lose your balance. It can also mean arranged in a way that isn’t in a straight line or in an alternating pattern.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the word "eventually"?

• Happening right away, without any waiting.

• Describing something that happens over and over again in a loop.

• After some time has passed; it means something will happen in the end, even if it takes a while.

• Very carefully or with a lot of attention to detail, like doing something slowly to get it just right.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the word "precisely"?

• Very quickly, without stopping or pausing.

• Exactly or perfectly; doing something with complete accuracy, with no mistakes.

• Kindly or gently, like handling something with care.

• Mostly or almost; doing something in an approximate way, but not exact.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of the word "mechanical"?

• Feeling excited or full of energy, like someone who is enthusiastic.

• Natural and easy, like doing something without any effort.

• Creative or artistic, like making something by hand with unique designs.

• Related to machines or the way they work; operates using moving parts or machinery.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of the word "decrepit"?

• Old and worn out; something that is in very poor condition because it’s been used for a long time.

• Very neat or clean, like something that is carefully maintained.

• Extremely large and strong, like something built to last forever.

• Fancy or stylish, like something that looks impressive and new.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the word "interior"?

• The outer part of something, like the outside walls of a building.

• A place that’s very far away, like a distant or remote area.

• The inside part of something, like the inside of a building or room.

• Something very small and hidden, like a tiny detail you might overlook.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the meaning of the word "shuddered"?

• Laughed out loud or giggled, like when something is really funny.

• Jumped up or moved quickly, like when you’re in a rush.

• Spoke in a loud voice, like when yelling to get someone’s attention.

• Shook or trembled suddenly, often because of fear, cold, or a strong feeling.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of the word "filtered"?

• Moved in and out quickly, like something that changes directions all the time.

• Passed through something that removes unwanted parts, like when water goes through a filter to clean it.

• Added extra parts to something, like putting extra ingredients into a recipe.

• Destroyed or broken apart, like when something is ruined or shattered.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4