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Vocabulary Challenge!
See if you know what the words from each chapter mean! See if you can use the context clues from the text to figure them out. Check your answer by clicking on the word to find the definition. Discuss them at home. Then try to use the words on your own. Use them at school to impress your teacher and at home to impress your family!
Chapter 1 – The Ocean (pp. 1-3)
Chaos (1) – complete disorder and confusion
Thrashed (1) – violently jerked and/or whipped
Raged (1) – felt or expressed uncontrollable anger
Bobbing (2) – making quick, short movements up and down
Smudge (2) – a blurred or smeared mark on the surface for something
Skittered (2) – moved lightly and quickly
Horizon (2) – the line at which the earth’s surface and the sky appear to meet
Sloshed (3) – moved irregularly with a splashing sound
Glistening (3) – shining; glittering, as if wet
Heaving (3) – lifting or hauling (a heavy thing)
Crumpled (3) – crushed so that it became creased & wrinkled
Chapter 2 – The Otters (pp. 4-6)
Sparkled (4) – shined brightly with flashes of light
Scattered (4) – thrown in various random directions
Romping (5) – playing roughly and energetically
Clinking (5) – making a dinging or jingling sound by tapping into each other
Scampered (5) – run with quick light steps, especially if scared or excited
Cautiously (5) – deliberately avoids problems or danger
Gash (5) – a long deep slash, cut, or wound
Whirring (6) – making a low, continuous, regular, humming sound
Chapter 3 – The Robot (p. 7)
Automatically (7) – with no human control; spontaneously, without thought
Activating (7) – turning on; becoming operative
Booted up (7) – turned on; restarted
Chapter 6 – The Climb (pp. 13-15)
Ding (13) – make a ringing sound
Technique (14) – a way of carrying out a task
Crumbled (14) – break or fall apart into small fragments
Methodically (14) – in an orderly and systematic manner
Chapter 4 – The Robot Hatches (pp. 8-9)
Curiosity (8) – the desire to know or learn something
Absorbing (8) – taking in
Restrained (8) – unable to move; kept under control
Hatchling (8) – a young animal that has just come out of its shell
Chapter 5 – The Robot Gravesite (pp. 10-12)
Skittish (10) – very nervous
Lingered (10) – dawdled, wait
Emerged (10) – came out; exited
Scanned (10) – quickly but carefully looked at all the parts of something
Familiar (11) – well known because of a long or close association
Dented (11) – no longer smooth; marked with an impression
Instincts (11) – a fixed pattern of behavior that in inherent or unlearned
Properly (11) – correctly or satisfactorily
Urging (11) – trying earnestly or persistently to convince someone
Lush (12) – (when speaking of vegetation) rich; abundant; dense; thick
Chapter 7 – The Wilderness (pp. 16-18)
Rustlings (16) – soft, muffled crackling sounds, caused by moving leaves
Underbrush (16) – shrubs and small trees making the undergrowth in forests
Toppled (16) – became unsteady and fell over slowly
Timber (16) – wood used for building and carpentry
Irregular (16) – uneven; not balanced in shape or arrangement
Snagged (16) – caught or tore on something sticking out of place
Chapter 8 – The Pinecones (pp. 19-20)
Howling (20) – producing a long, loud, wailing sound or cry
Annoyance (20) – The feeling or state of being irritated or annoyed
Towered (20) – stood high above the rest
Chapter 9 – The Mountain (pp. 21-23)
Dense (21) – thick, impenetrable
Craggy (21) – jagged, rocky
Outcrops (21) – a rock formation that is visible on the surface
Slab (21) – a large, thick, flat piece of stone
Surveyed (21) – looked at carefully and thoroughly
Refocused (23) – adjusted the focus or attention of
Teeming (23) – full of, or swarming with
Artificial (23) – made or produced by humans; a copy of the natural
Chapter 10 – The Reminder (p. 24)
Warehouse (24) – a building where materials or goods may be stored
Cargo (24) – goods carried on a ship, aircraft, or motor vehicle
Occurred (24) – happened; took place
Chapter 11 – The Robot Sleeps (p. 25)
Peak (25) – the pointed top of a mountain
Activated (25) – turned on; became operative
Shafts (25) – beams (of light)
Illuminating (25) – lighting up
Chorus (25) – an organized group of singers; an ensemble
Anchored (25) – secured; locked in
Nonessential (25) – not absolutely necessary
Chapter 12 – The Storm (pp. 26-29)
Perched (26) – lightly resting on something
Crept (26) – moved slowly and carefully to not be noticed
Swirling (26) – moving or twisting in a spiral pattern
Unclamped (26) – released or loosened the clamp
Runoff (28) – draining water
Gloom (28) – partial or total darkness; dark or somber appearance
Plunge (28) – launch; fall; throw
Surged (28) – moved suddenly or powerfully in one direction
Chapter 13 – The Aftermath (pp. 30-31)
Clang (30) – a loud metallic sound; the sound of metal banging together
Crested (30) – reached the top of
Aftermath (30) – the negative effects of an event
Debris (30) – scattered fragments, typically
Uprooted (30) – pulled out of the ground
Submerged (30) – caused to be under water; flooded
Swarming (30) – moving in large numbers as a single unit (often of animals)
Refuge (31) – a condition of being safe or sheltered from danger
Recede (31) – go or move back or farther away from a previous position
Wading (31) – walking through water or another liquid
Trove (31) – a store or supply of valuable things
Resembled (31) – looked like (something else)
Chapter 14 – The Bears (pp. 32-34)
Nipping (32) – biting; pinching
Startled (32) – caused sudden shock or alarm
Rotten (33) – suffering from decay; disintegrated; moldy
Clumps (33) – a compacted mass or lump of something
Charging (33) – rush forward in attack
Slashed (34) – cut with a violent, sweeping motion
Massive (34) – large and heavy or solid
Chapter 16 – The Pine Tree (pp. 38-39)
Resin (38) – a sticky substance exuded by trees
Scrubbed (38) – harshly rubbed a surface to clean it
Coated (38) – covered in a layer over another substance
Screeching (38) – giving a loud, harsh, piercing cry
Fluttering (38) – hovering by flapping wings lightly
Delicate (39) – very fine in texture or structure; intricate
Splattered (39) – splashed with a sticky liquid
Chapter 15 – The Escape (pp. 35-37)
Programming (35) – the way a computer is set up to work
Lobbed (35) – throw or hit in a high arc
Accuracy (35) – correct or precise
Frenzy (35) – a state or period of uncontrolled excitement
Echoed (35) – repeated or reverberated after the original sound had stopped
Lumbering (35) – moving in a slow, heavy, and awkward way
Chapter 17 – The Camouflaged Insect (pp. 40-41)
Heap (40) – an untidy pile of things
Rigorous (40) – meticulous, proper, strict
Peculiar (40) – distinct, special, unique
Camouflaged (41) – disguised, covered, hidden
Antennae (41) – pair of long, thin, sensory appendages on an insect’s head
Chapter 18 – The Camouflaged Robot (pp. 42-44)
Desire (42) – a strong feeling of wanting something
Landscape (42) – the visible area of a countryside or piece of land
Tuft (42) – a bunch or collection of something, typically grass or hair
Nestled (43) – settled comfortably within or against something
Bramble (44) – prickly scrambling vine
Chapter 19 – The Observations (p. 45)
Scudded (45) – moved in a fast, straight line, guided by wind
Intricate (45) – very complicated or detailed
Beckoned (45) – gestured to encourage someone to come closer
Stalked (45) – secretly followed and watched something or someone
Carcasses (45) – the dead bodies of animals
Chapter 20 – The Language of the Animals (pp. 46-48)
Species (47) – a group of the same animal that can interbreed
Accent (47) – a distinct pronunciation of language, particular to an area
Chapter 21 – The Introduction (pp. 49-52)
Residents (49) – someone who lives somewhere permanently
Mysterious (49) – difficult to understand or explain; strange
Ordinary (50) – with no special or distinctive features; normal; average
Gobble (52) – eat hurriedly or quickly
Chapter 23 – The Wounded Fox (pp. 54-56)
Quills (54) – pointed spikes on a porcupine
Agony (55) – suffering, pain, misery
Winced (55) – an involuntary grimace of pain
Numb (55) – deprived of the power of sensation; unable to feel
Briefly (56) – for a short time; fleetingly
Chapter 24 – The Accident (pp. 57-58)
Guarding (57) – watching over to protect or control
Plummeting (58) – falling or dropping straight down at high speed
Shimmied (58) – shake, wobble
Pulverized (58) – smash, crush, shatter
Rubble (58) – waste or rough fragments of stone, brick, or concrete
Chapter 25 – The Egg (pp. 59-62)
Sensitive (59) – quick to detect or respond to slight changes or signals
Muffled (59) – not loud because of being obstructed in some way; muted
Fragile (59) – easily broken or damaged
Sprawling (62) – spreading out in an ungainly or awkward way
Chapter 26 – The Performer (pp. 63-68)
Disgust (64) – a feeling of revulsion or disapproval
Marsupial (66) – a mammal which carries its baby in a pouch on its stomach
Nocturnal (66) – occurring or active at night
Mimicking (66) – imitating something’s actions or words
Triumphant (66) – having won a battle or contest
Strategy (67) – plan of action or policy designed to achieve an overall goal
Privilege (67) – a special right or advantage granted to a particular being
Chapter 28 – The Old Goose (pp. 72-77)
Soggier (72) – wetter and softer
Murky (72) – obscure, dark, dim, muddy
Pamper (75) – indulge with attention, comfort, and kindness; spoil
Runt (76) – very small; smallest sibling
Gruff (77) – abrupt or taciturn in manner; blunt; no-nonsense
Favor (77) – an attitude of approval or liking
Chapter 29 – The Beavers (pp. 78-82)
Constant (79) – occurring continuously over a period of time
Stubborn (80) – rigid, inflexible, headstrong, determined, adamant, obstinate
Rude (80) – impolite or ill-mannered
Ripple (82) – a small wave or series of waves on the surface of water
Chapter 33 – The Garden (pp. 93-95)
Brambles (93) – thorny bush
Burrowing (93) – digging a hole
Peculiar (93) – strange or odd; unusual
Festive (94) – celebratory; joyous or cheerful
Contribution (94) – a gift or payment to a common fund or collection
Transplanted (94) – moved or transferred something to another place
Scraggly (95) – thin and boney; scrawny
Chapter 30 – The Nest (pp. 83-88)
Sturdy (83) – strongly and solidly built
Hosting (84) – acting as a host; arranging and having an event
Skilled (85) – having the knowledge or ability to perform a task well
Astonished (86) – greatly surprised or impressed
Ignited (86) – caught fire or cause to catch fire
Marvelous (86) – causing great wonder; extraordinary
Mesh (87) – Material made of woven wire or thread
Interior (87) – situated within or inside; relating to the inner
Admired (88) – Regarded with respect or warm approval
Chapter 32 – The Deer (pp. 91-92)
Freshly (91) – newly; recently
Agreement (92) – harmony or consensus in opinion or feeling
Chapter 34 – The Mother (pp. 96-99)
Meandering (96) – rambling, roaming, wandering
Tottering (96) – moving in a feeble or unsteady way
Wonderland (98) – a land or place full of wonderful or exciting things
Cranky (99) – ill tempered; momentarily mean
Attentive (99) – paying close attention to something
Chapter 35 – The First Swim (pp. 100-105)
Waddled (100) – walked with short, clumsy steps
Natural (102) – caused by nature; existing in nature
Precisely (103) – exact; without question or vagueness
Tranquil (104) – quiet, peaceful, calm, gentle
Violently (104) – with violence; with strength or ferocity
Conflicted (104) – at an impasse; disagreeing with oneself or another person
Escorted (105) – went with someone; accompanied someone
Chapter 36 – The Gosling Grows (pp. 106-107)
Incident (106) – an event or occurrence
Edible (106) – able to be eaten
Curious (107) – eager to learn about things
Chapter 38 – The New Friendship (pp. 110-111)
Drey (110) – a squirrel nest
Amusement (111) – the state of finding something funny
Chapter 37 – The Squirrel (pp. 108-109)
Scurrying (108) – move along swiftly, hurry, dash
Rambled (109) – talk endlessly, babble
Introduce (109) – start a meeting between two or more beings
Chapter 39 – The First Flight (pp. 112-116)
Descended (112) – move or fall down
Soaring (113) – flying high in the sky
Angle (114) – positioning
Chapter 40 – The Ship (pp. 117-118)
Fanatic (117) – person enthusiastic about an interest, devotee, fiend
Vessel (118) – ship or large boat
Transport (118) – carry from place to place
Scrunched (118) – crumpled or creased; furrowed (of the face)
Chapter 43 – The Gosling Takes Off (pp. 127-129)
Inoperative (127) – unworkable, defective
Sprinted (129) – ran at full speed for a short distance
Chapter 41 – The Summer (pp. 119-122)
Investigated (119) – looked into the details of a specific thing or incident
Marveled (119) – looked with wonder and astonishment
Dreary (119) – gloomy, bleak, colorless, depressing
Drizzly (120) – the state of having light, patchy rain
Twinkling (121) – shining with varying degrees of brightness; sparkling
Celestial (121) – something in outer space
Orbiting (121) – going around (usually around a star, a moon, or a planet)
Identify (122) – indicate what someone or something is
Astronomer (122) – One who studies the sky and planets
Chapter 42 – The Strange Family (pp. 123-126)
Sweltering (123) – very hot, airless, stuff, scorching
Weathered (124) – toughened, worn, exposed to weathering elements
Offspring (125) – the children of someone or something
Chapter 44 – The Runaway (pp. 130-132)
Adolescent (130) – teenager, pre-adult
Moody (130) – crabby, temperamental, sulky
Predator (130) – an animal that preys (kills/eats) other animals
Chapter 45 – The Dead Robots (pp. 133-138)
Looming (133) – appearing as a large, shadowy, and threatening form/figure
Gritty (133) – rough, as if covered in or damaged by sand
Inhabited (133) – lived in
Remarkably (136) – in a way worthy of attention or wonder
Furrowed (137) – made a rut or groove in the surface of something
Negotiating (138) – trying to reach an agreement
Hoisted (138) – lifted, raised
Chapter 46 – The Fight (pp. 139-144)
Bickering (139) – arguing, disagreeing, quarrelling, squabbling
Defend (141) – protect from attack
Furious (141) – extremely angry
Wilted (142) – sag, fall, cave in, droop
Plummeted (143) – fell or dropped straight down very quickly
Whimpered (144) – quietly whined or cried
Chapter 47 – The Parade (pp. 145-149)
Forgiveness (146) – the pardon of someone who has wronged you
Procession (147) – a large group moving together in order; a parade
Chapter 48 – The New Foot (pp. 150-154)
Squinted (150) – looked closely with the eyes partially closed
Modifications (151) – alterations, changes, adaptations
Assistance (152) – help, aid, support
Indestructible (153) – unbreakable, durable, lasting, enduring
Chapter 49 – The Flier (pp. 155-156)
Exceptional (155) – unusual, not typical; extraordinary
Gaggle (155) – a term for a flock of geese, that is not in flight
Updraft (156) – an upward current or draft of air
Chapter 51 – The Autumn (pp. 161-163)
Gradually (161) – slowly; by degrees; little by little
Withered (161) – (of a plant) become dry and shriveled
Hibernation (162) – the condition of an animal spending winter asleep
Chapter 52 – The Flock (pp. 164-166)
Migrate (164) – (birds/fish) moving from one area to another, due to weather
Chapter 53 – The Migration (pp. 167-171)
Fitfully (167) – not regularly; intermittently, not peacefully
Preparations (168) – advanced planning
Chapter 54 – The Winter (pp. 172-176)
Foreign (175) – characteristic of a country or language other than one’s own
Devastating (175) – highly destructive or damaging
Chapter 55 – The Lodgers (pp. 177-180)
Blustery (177) – characterized by strong winds
Huddled (177) – crowd together; nestle closely
Carnivorous (179) – an animal who feeds on other animals
Chapter 56 – The New Lodges (pp. 181-183)
Frigid (181)
Expertise (182) – knowledge, competence, know-how, skill
Chapter 57 – The Fire (pp. 184-187)
Eerie (185) – spooky, creepy, bizarre, scary
Murmur (185) – low, continuous sound, hum, muttering
Engulfed (185) – overwhelm, encompass
Raging (185) – turbulent, very active and unpredictable
Chapter 58 – The Conversations (pp. 188-192)
Truce (188) – peaceful solution
Harmonious (188) – agreeable, peaceful
Scavenge (192) – search far and collect from discarded waste
Chapter 59 – The Spring (pp. 193-195)
Expose (193) – make something visible, typically by uncovering it
Nourished (195) – fed, cared for
Chapter 60 – The Fish (pp. 196-199)
Nuisance (196) – annoyance, bother
Remedied (198) – set right; cured, relieved
Chapter 61 – The Robot Stories – page 200)
Barren (200) – too poor to produce much or any vegetation
Chapter 63 – The Journey (pp. 203-211)
Greenhouse (205) – a glass building in which plants are grown
Factory (209) – a building where goods are manufactured by machine
Chapter 64 – The Special Robot (pp. 212-213)
Forged (212) – made, created
Chapter 65 – The Invitation (pp. 214-215)
Patiently (214) – in a way that is tolerant of delays, without becoming annoyed
Dusk (215) – the darker stage of twilight
Chapter 66 – The Celebration (pp. 216-219)
Glided (217) – moved with a smooth continuous motion, with little noise
Embers (218) – a small piece of burning of glowing ash in a dying fire
Shaggy (219) – long, thick, unkempt; tangled; bushy
Chapter 67 – The Sunrise (pp. 220-221)
Dwindled (220) – diminish gradually in size, amount
Smoldering (220) – burn slowly with smoke, but no flame
Chapter 68 – The RECOS (pp. 222-225)
Migratory (222) – denoting an animal that migrates (moves areas)
Sleek (222) – smooth and glossy; shiny
Lurking (223) – be or remain hidden so as to
Hovered (223) – float over, drift, fly
Chapter 69 – The Defective Robot (pp. 226-229)
Refurbish (227) – spruce up, fix up, modernize, remodel
Indefinitely (227) – for an unlimited or unspecified period
Deactivate (227) – shut off, make inoperable
Defective (227) – broken, not working, damaged, abnormal
Uproar (229) – a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance
Foliage (229) – leaves, vegetation, plant growth
Chapter 70 – The Hunt Beings (pp. 230-231)
Scrambled (230) – make one’s way quickly or awkwardly
Fanning (231) – moving out in the shape of a fan
Chapter 71 – The Forest Assault (pp. 232-235)
Midst (232) – in the middle of
Coordinated (232) – brought aspects together in an efficient way; organized
Luring (232) – tempting (something) to do something or go somewhere
Bombardment (233) – a continuous attack with objects from above
Trudged (234) – walked slowly and with heavy, difficult steps
Squelched (235) – made a sucking sound like that made by walking in mud
Chapter 72 – The Mountain Rumble (pp. 236-242)
Muscled (236) – having well- developed muscles
Avalanche (237) –tons of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountain
Roiling (238) – upset, agitated
Frothing (238) – form or contain a rising or overflowing mass of small bubbles
Torpedoes (239) – a self-propelled underwater missile fired from a ship
Strewn (242) – scattered or spread untidily over a surface or area
Chapter 73 – The Chase (pp. 243-248)
Swiveled (243) – spun
Craters (244) – a large bowl-shaped cavity in the ground or surface of a planet
Tiers (244) – levels, layers, rows
Caving (245) – falling in; disintegrating
Taut (245) – stretched or pulled tight; not slack
Grasped (248) – seized and held tightly & firmly
Chapter 74 – The Click (pp. 249-251)
Grappled (249) – engaged in a close fight or struggle without weapons; wrestle
Brutal (249) – savagely violent; wicked; merciless
Combat (251) – battle, fight, war
Chapter 75 – The Last Rifle (pp. 252-256)
Trigger (254) – a small device that releases to set off a device, especially a gun
Brilliant (254) – very bright and radiant
Gaping (254) – wide open; cavernous
Scorching (256) – very hot; burning
Chapter 76 – The Broken Robot (pp. 257-258)
Bustling (257) – move in an energetic or noisy manner
Mangled (257) – severely mutilate, disfigure, or damage
Trembling (257) – shake involuntarily, typically as a result of anxiety
Chapter 77 – The Meeting (pp. 259-262)
Nimble (259) – quick & light movement or action
Weary (260) – feeling or showing a tiredness; worn out; exhausted
Gurgling (260) – make a hollow bubbling sound like that made by moving water
Eternally (261) – in a way that continues or lasts forever; permanently
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