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Explore key vocabulary words from chapters 9-18 of "Freak the Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick. This guide includes comprehensive definitions and example sentences for each word, aiding in understanding both language and context within the story. Key terms like "steed," "pledge," and "injustice" enrich the narrative and contribute to character development. Perfect for students and educators looking to enhance comprehension and vocabulary skills in a literary context.
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Freak the MightyBy: Rodman Philbrick VOCABULARY:Chapters 9-18 *Copy the definitions onto the lines adjacent to the word boxes.*
STEED • Definition: high-spirited horse • Sentence: The knight rode his trusty steed into the darkness.
PLEDGE • Definition: serious promise OR to seriously promise • Sentence: The athletes pledged to follow school rules at away games.
OATH • Definition: formal statement of a promise • Sentence: The kids took an oath never to what was said in their secret club.
YONDER • Definition: that place over there • Sentence: The dog ran through the hills and fields over yonder.
OPTIMUM • Definition: best, most favorable, ideal • Sentence: They raced the Ferrari at optimum the speed of 90 mph.
HOLY GRAIL • Definition: a sacred object • Sentence: The signed Michael Jordan rookie card is the Holy Grail of basketball keepsakes.
INJUSTICE • Definition: unfair action or treatment • Sentence: Never allowing the 7th graders to attend school dances is an injustice.
URGENCY • Definition: requiring speedy action or attention • Sentence: There was urgency to evacuate the building during the fire.
DEPRIVED • Definition: lacking the necessities of life • Sentence: The deprived children could not afford food and water.
TRUSSED • Definition: tied up • Sentence: Her hair was trussed as she tucked it into her helmet.
DIVULGE • Definition: to make known; reveal • Sentence: The band divulged the dates of their next tour on Twitter this morning.
ABIDE • Definition: to put up with or tolerate or follow • Sentence: The students abide by the school rules.
DYSFUNCTIONAL • Definition: impaired, not working • Sentence: The dysfunctional team lost every game.
OBLIGATION • Definition: a binding promise or sense of duty • Sentence: He had an obligation to care for his ill mother.
REDEEMED • Definition: cashed in, or to have made a situation better • Sentence: He redeemed his gift certificate for a free meal at the restaurant.