The Tale of Truthwater Lake by Emma Carroll

Restful

• having a calming or peaceful quality.

• causing excitement and energy.

• lacking in activity or movement.

• full of noise and chaos.

Scorching

• extremely hot in temperature.

• mildly warm and pleasant.

• cool and refreshing.

• slightly above room temperature.

Emergency

• a serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action.

• a planned event that requires minimal preparation.

• a routine situation that can be handled later.

• a minor issue that does not require immediate attention.

Briny

• salty; often used to describe seawater.

• sweet; often used to describe fruits.

• bitter; often used to describe dark chocolate.

• sour; often used to describe lemons.

Droughts

• prolonged periods of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

• a sudden increase in rainfall causing flooding.

• a seasonal change in weather patterns.

• a type of soil erosion caused by wind.

Virus

• a microscopic infectious agent that can replicate only inside the living cells of an organism.

• a type of bacteria that causes infections in humans.

• a large organism that can be seen with the naked eye.

• a chemical substance that can cause diseases.

Protests

• to express disagreement or objection.

• to celebrate an event or occasion.

• to promote a new idea or product.

• to gather support for a political campaign.

Shingle

• small stones or pebbles, often found on beaches.

• a type of roofing material made of asphalt.

• a small, flat piece of wood used in construction.

• a term for a type of fish found in rivers.

Balcony

• a platform that projects from the wall of a building and is surrounded by a railing.

• a small room used for storage.

• a type of garden located on the roof of a building.

• a decorative element on the facade of a building.

Catastrophe

• a sudden and widespread disaster.

• a gradual improvement in conditions.

• a minor inconvenience or problem.

• a planned event or celebration.