| disturb |
to interrupt by making noise or doing something that draws away attention. |
| dust |
tiny, dry pieces of dirt or other material that is in the air and collects on surfaces. |
| explorer |
a person who travels through an area that is unknown to find out what is there. |
| flag |
a piece of cloth with special colors and designs used as a symbol of a country or organization. |
| flame |
the hot, bright gas that you see when something burns. |
| friend |
a person whom you know well and like and who likes you. |
| journey |
a long trip from one place to another. |
| news |
information about important events happening in the present. The news is presented on television or radio or in a newspaper or magazine. |
| originally |
at first. |
| record |
to put in writing. |
| rusty |
covered with rust; not working well. |
| safe |
providing protection from harm, loss, or damage; not dangerous. |
| squat |
to sit on your heels close to the ground. |
| surprise |
to suddenly do something (to someone) that is not at all expected. |
| van |
a tall, covered truck or car used to move people or goods. |