Vocab Refugee (Chapters 16-24)

What does "abduction" mean?

• A peaceful negotiation

• A slow-moving boat

• A type of government

• The act of forcibly taking someone away

What does "bulbous" mean?

• Long and thin

• Smooth and flat

• Small and sharp

• Round and swollen in shape

What does "lenient" mean?

• Not strict or harsh

• Extremely cruel and unfair

• Very serious and angry

• Quick to punish

What does "ominous" mean?

• Completely confusing

• Weak and unimportant

• Bright and cheerful

• Threatening or signaling something bad is coming

What does "dubious" mean?

• Very confident

• Clear and obvious

• Doubtful or suspicious

• Excited and happy

What does "sacrilege" mean?

• A peaceful prayer

• A great achievement in sports

• Disrespect toward something sacred

• A kind act toward someone in need

What does "leviathan" mean?

• A huge and powerful creature

• A tiny boat

• A small and weak animal

• A secret plan

What does "sluicing" mean?

• Talking in a whisper

• Moving very slowly

• Collecting small objects

• Rinsing or washing with a strong flow of water

What does "freeloading" mean?

• Helping people in need

• Taking advantage of others without giving back

• Working hard for success

• Donating money to charity

What does "jittery" mean?

• Focused and determined

• Completely exhausted

• Nervous or anxious

• Uninterested and bored