ALWTW pre reading/week 0 vocab FaC

What is the definition of "drone"?

• A type of bird known for its colorful feathers

• A continuous low humming sound

• A sudden loud noise

• A type of musical instrument

What does "grouse" mean?

• To complain or grumble

• To jump with joy

• To run swiftly

• To sing loudly

What does "backfire" mean?

• To succeed unexpectedly

• To have an opposite effect than intended

• To start a fire

• To move backward

What is a "hunch"?

• A type of dance

• A feeling or guess based on intuition

• A large group of people

• A type of bird

What does "tense" mean?

• Relaxed and calm

• Stretched tight or rigid

• Full of energy

• Very colorful

What does "gingerly" mean?

• In a rough manner

• In a careful or cautious manner

• Very quickly

• With great strength

What does "restless" mean?

• Unable to relax or be still

• Very sleepy

• Extremely happy

• Full of energy

What does "hazy" mean?

• Very clear and bright

• Unclear or foggy

• Extremely hot

• Very cold

What is a "gourd"?

• A type of fruit with a hard shell

• A small insect

• A type of fish

• A musical instrument

What does "claim" mean?

• To give something away

• To assert ownership or right to something

• To hide something

• To destroy something