Mod 4 "A Pioneer Sampler" Critical Vocabulary

What does the word 'frolics' mean?

• To play and move about cheerfully

• To sit quietly

• To work diligently

• To sleep soundly

Jeremy’s father taught him how to cut the grass down to a stubble.

What is 'stubble'?

• Stubble is the short, stiff stalks of plants that remain in a field after harvesting.

• Stubble is a type of grass that grows in fields.

• Stubble refers to the process of harvesting crops.

• Stubble is a tool used for cutting grass.

Georgia likes to bake pies, so a good oven is indispensable to her.

What does 'indispensable' mean?

• Unnecessary

• Optional

• Necessary

• Replaceable

What does 'dainty' mean?

• Delicate and pretty

• Large and heavy

• Rough and tough

• Dark and gloomy

What does 'plod' mean?

• To walk doggedly and slowly with heavy steps

• To run swiftly and energetically

• To jump lightly and quickly

• To fly gracefully through the air

What does the word 'oblivious' mean?

• Aware of everything

• Unaware of something

• Very attentive

• Extremely cautious

What does the word 'proportions' refer to?

• Color

• Size

• Weight

• Texture

What does the word 'thresh' mean?

• To plant seeds

• To water plants

• To beat a plant to separate its grain

• To harvest fruits

What does the word 'regaled' mean?

• Ignored

• Entertained

• Bored

• Confused

Fill in the blank: If you _______ someone, you entertained them.

• regaled

• ignored

• bored

• annoyed