| ability |
the power or knowledge to do something. |
| barrel |
a large round container with a flat top and bottom that is used to keep liquids. Barrels are often made of wood. |
| contain |
to hold or have within. |
| dusk |
the time of day just before night; last moments of twilight. |
| gap |
a space or opening between two things. |
| handkerchief |
a small piece of thin cloth that you use to clean your nose. |
| nightmare |
a frightening dream. |
| own |
belonging to oneself or itself alone. |
| plant |
a living thing that has leaves, makes its own food, and has roots that usually grow in the earth. |
| question |
a sentence that asks for an answer. |
| squad |
a small number of persons trained to work together. |
| starve |
to die or suffer from not eating. |
| teach |
to show (someone) how to do something or to help (someone) learn something. |
| trouble |
serious difficulty. |
| window |
an opening in a wall or vehicle that lets in air and light. The opening is usually covered by clear glass. |