Story 13 - "They Called Her Molly Pitcher"
1. legendary (adj.) - something or someone who comes from legends; well known
2. formal (adj.) - something that follow set traditions
3. foes (n.) - enemies
4. revolution (n.) - a sudden change in the way things have been, usually political in nature
5. plunged (v.) - dove in suddenly
6. gushed (v.) - poured out in a very fast and forceful way
7. magnificent (adj.) - very beautiful and impressive
8. shimmering (adj.) - reflecting light to seem sparkly; glimmering
9. strategy (n.) - a plan for reaching a goal
10. retreat (n.) - a withdrawal from an attack
QUIZLET PRACTICE
Spelling Words
conflict orphan
instant complex
simply burglar
laundry laughter
employ anchor
merchant improve
arctic mischief
childhood purchase
dolphin partner
complain tremble
challenge words:
anthem
illustrate
function
conscience
apostrophe
1. legendary (adj.) - something or someone who comes from legends; well known
2. formal (adj.) - something that follow set traditions
3. foes (n.) - enemies
4. revolution (n.) - a sudden change in the way things have been, usually political in nature
5. plunged (v.) - dove in suddenly
6. gushed (v.) - poured out in a very fast and forceful way
7. magnificent (adj.) - very beautiful and impressive
8. shimmering (adj.) - reflecting light to seem sparkly; glimmering
9. strategy (n.) - a plan for reaching a goal
10. retreat (n.) - a withdrawal from an attack
QUIZLET PRACTICE
Spelling Words
conflict orphan
instant complex
simply burglar
laundry laughter
employ anchor
merchant improve
arctic mischief
childhood purchase
dolphin partner
complain tremble
challenge words:
anthem
illustrate
function
conscience
apostrophe