| bookcase |
a set of shelves for holding books. |
| brain |
the organ in the body that controls thought, movement, and feeling. The brain is inside the skull. |
| breath |
the air that goes into and out of the body through the nose or mouth. |
| crack |
a break in something. |
| den |
the resting place of wolves, lions, and other large wild animals. |
| gang |
a group of people who do things together. These things may be just for fun or may involve crime. |
| hook |
a curved piece that is used for holding, hanging, or pulling things. A hook is made of metal, plastic, or another hard material. |
| law |
the set of rules that people in a society must follow. |
| news |
information about important events happening in the present. The news is presented on television or radio or in a newspaper or magazine. |
| observe |
to notice or see. |
| paddle |
an oar with a wide, flat blade and long handle. A paddle is used with both arms for moving a small boat through the water. A paddle is not attached to the boat. |
| ranch |
a large farm where cattle, horses, or sheep are raised. There are many ranches in the plains of the United States. |
| scar |
the permanent mark that remains after a wound has healed. |
| troop |
(plural) soldiers. |
| village |
a small town or community, often in the country. |