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Understanding Key Vocabulary in Literature: Eavesdropped, Whimpers, Puny, and More

This guide explores essential vocabulary from Part 2 of the story, providing definitions and context for words like "eavesdropped," "whimpers," "puny," "facilities," "sanitation," "wilier," and "segregation." Each term is explained succinctly and illustrated with sentences from the text, enhancing comprehension and retention for readers. Whether you’re studying literature or simply enriching your language, this resource highlights the importance of vocabulary in understanding themes and character development in the narrative.

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Understanding Key Vocabulary in Literature: Eavesdropped, Whimpers, Puny, and More

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  1. Vocabulary Part 2

  2. eavesdropped p.128 • Definition: Listened secretly to a private conversation • Used in Context in the story: “When Mrs. Davidson left, Momma went upstairs and into Joey’s room. I eavesdropped.

  3. whimpers p.155 • Definition: Cries with low, broken sounds • Used in Context in the Story: “Shoot, you guys were out cold from the state line on! I threw a blanket over you in the backseat and then even those whines and whimpers and moans you guys were making didn’t bother me.”

  4. puny p.159 • Definition: Of less than normal size and strength; weak. • Used in Context in the Story: “You was so puny when you were born you nearly worried us crazy.”

  5. facilities p.140 • Definition: Something designed or built to serve a specific purpose. For example: A toilet • Used in Context in the Story: “The way she looks at it, a house is a whole lot nicer place if the facilities are outside.” Dining Facilities

  6. sanitation p.140 • Definition: Development and use of measures to maintain cleanliness and protect the public health. • Used in Context in the Story: “Wait, let me dig this, you mean if I gotta go to the bathroom I got to go outside into a little nasty thing like that? Ain’t they got no sanitation laws down there?”

  7. wilier p.163 • Definition: Craftier; sneakier • Used in Context in the Story: “Well, there ain’t too many animals wilier or tougher than an old coon.”

  8. segregation p.208 • Definition: Separation based on race. • Used in Context in the Story: “A number of organizations and individuals were working tirelessly to end segregation and discrimination.”

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