Chapter 5
Chapter 5
Contraption-a mechanical contrivance; gadget; device.
Drat-used to express mild disgust, disappointment, orthe like
Limerick-a kind of humorous verse of five lines, in which the first, second, and fifth lines rhyme with each other, and the third and fourth lines, which are shorter, form a rhymed couplet.
Static cling-the adhering of clothing to other clothing or a person's body, caused by an accumulation of static electricity in the materials, especially those containing synthetic fibers.
Adhere-to stay attached; stick fast; cleave; cling
Haiku-a major form of Japanese verse, written in 17 syllables divided into 3 lines of 5, 7, and 5 syllables, often on the subject of nature or one of the seasons.
Tactful-a keen sense of what to say or do to avoid giving offense; skill in dealing with difficult or delicate situations.